Visit Lugano City-Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Monte San Salvatore
Climb to the top of this lakeside mountain to dine while enjoying panoramic views across the Swiss Alps.
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
Lugano Walking Tour: Highlights, History, Culture, & Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Lugano City-Centre
Villa Sassa
Great hotel, beautiful view, and the staff were excellent, especially Marco.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Love the location of the hotel. Pretty new hotel. Breakfast was abundant and excellent. Staff was super friendly. Five star.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Walter au Lac
If you can afford it, get a lake view. Absolutely worth it.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
Loved everything except the extra thin walls. We would likely stay again and hope for quieter neighbours next time. Great location and fantastic view from a lake facing room
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Palace Hotel
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Easy to walk to sites
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Lake Como
Great hotel, friendly staff, location is 15 minute’s walk front he city centre and station. The restaurant has a fantastic view but the food is average at best for the high prices.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lugano City-Centre
Besso
While there might not be top attractions in Besso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Lugano and Via Nassa.
Loreto
If you're spending some time in Loreto, LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Via Nassa are top sights worth seeing.
Cassarate
If you're spending some time in Cassarate, Lake Lugano and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station are top sights worth seeing.
Breganzona
Breganzona 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 Via Nassa or Piazza della Riforma.
Molino Nuovo
While Molino Nuovo isn't home to many top sights, Lake Lugano and Parco Ciani are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pazzallo
Travellers like the mountain views in Pazzallo, and Lake Lugano is a top attraction you might want to visit.
