Visit Lugano City-Centre
Popular places to visit
Parco Ciani
Explore the lovely green spaces of Parco Ciani and also enjoy the boating in Lugano. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Palazzo dei Congressi
Learn about the events happening in Palazzo dei Congressi during your trip to Lugano. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Via Nassa
During your trip to Lugano, you can enjoy retail therapy at Via Nassa. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Monte San Salvatore
Climb to the top of this lakeside mountain to dine while enjoying panoramic views across the Swiss Alps.
Mount Brè
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Brè and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Lugano. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.
LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura
Enjoy an outing to LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura during your stay in Lugano. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Lago di Como: Pasta and Tiramisù Cooking Class with Prosecco
Top hotels in Lugano City-Centre
Villa Sassa
"Beautiful room and great staff."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
"We liked the hotel. Great central location. Very good breakfast with large selection. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Walter au Lac
"Its location is perfect. Right next to a bus stop to the station, right behind it is a grocery and department store. Get a room with a view of the lake, it’s worth it! Breakfast is also very good, lots of variety."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hotel Funicolare
"The room was clean and spacious. The view was like something out of a movie, amazing! Slightly disappointed to find out the restaurant was pizzas only but the pizza was nice. Breakfast was also a slight let down, not much hot food to offer there than hotdog sausages and eggs. There were no pastries ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Palace Hotel
"Clean rooms, pleasant staff, great breakfast"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Grand Hotel Menaggio
"The hotel is right on the lake and our room had a lake front balcony that provided stunning views of the lake and the mountains. The pool is a great amenity. The room was spacious and cheery. The staff that greets you is excellent. A shout out to Captain Roberto, who provides private lake tours by ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre
Cassarate
If you're spending some time in Cassarate, Lake Lugano and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station are top sights worth seeing.
Carona
You'll enjoy the mountain views and parks in Carona. You might want to make time for a stop at Monte San Salvatore or Schwimmbad Carona.
Viganello
Viganello is well liked for its mountain views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Lugano area, you might plan a trip to Lake Lugano or Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station.
Loreto
If you're spending some time in Loreto, Via Nassa and MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland are top sights worth seeing.
Pazzallo
Travellers like the mountain views in Pazzallo, and Lake Lugano is a top attraction you might want to visit.
