Canton of Ticino Travel Guide

Switzerland

A cobblestone square with historic buildings, a bicycle rider, and a statue.
A coastal town with a prominent church, lush greenery, and a large body of water.
A historic building with arches and a tower, surrounded by lush greenery.
An interior of a church with wooden pews, a large mural on the wall, and a man taking a photo.
A historic building with a red-tiled roof and a bell tower, surrounded by mountains and a lake.

Popular cities in Canton of Ticino

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Lugano
Known for Lakes, Dining and Shopping
Get away to romantic Lugano! Enjoy the lake views, local cuisine and museums.

Reasons to visit

  • Monte San Salvatore
  • Palazzo dei Congressi
  • Parco Ciani
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A historic church with a bell tower, surrounded by a lake and mountains.
Locarno
Known for Dining, Lakes and Shopping
Romantic Locarno awaits: its dining, lake views, archaeology and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Piazza Grande
  • Old Town
  • Castello Visconteo
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A beach with a mountain backdrop, a clear sky, and a few boats on the water.
Ascona
Known for Recreation, Sports and Hills
Explore romantic Ascona: its sports, golf, parks and more!
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A lake with a fountain, mountains, and buildings.
Paradiso
Known for Lakes, Family-friendly and Budget
Explore upscale Paradiso: its lake views, mountain views, spas and more!
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A historic European street with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and outdoor seating areas.
Bellinzona
Known for Castle, Historical and Rivers
Experience upscale Bellinzona: its castle, history, UNESCO site and more!
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A calm lake with boats, buildings, and mountains in the background.
Muralto
Known for Lakes, Coffee and Historical
Come to relaxing Muralto and enjoy its lake views, sunny weather and coffee.
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Stay near popular Canton of Ticino attractions

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Piazza Grande

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You can find out about the history of Locarno with a stop at Piazza Grande. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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