Free walking tours in Lugano and what to see
Free walking tours (you tip what you think it was worth at the end), guided visits, night tours, tickets and day trips in Lugano. You book them on Civitatis, with free cancellation on most.
What to see in Lugano
Must-sees
Lugano is Italian Switzerland: a lake among mountains, a palm-lined promenade, Piazza della Riforma, the church of Santa Maria degli Angioli with its frescoes and the funiculars up Monte Brè and San Salvatore.
Free tours and guided visits
Lugano has private guided tours, and lake cruises and trips to Lake Como and Locarno leave from the city.
How long to spend
One or two days for the city, the lake and a viewpoint.
Where to stay
The centre has hotels with lake views; Paradiso and Castagnola are quieter.
Where to stay in Lugano
The areas we cover in our guide to where to stay: Centre and lake and Paradiso and Castagnola. See the areas guide and the best-rated hotels in Lugano
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Frequently asked questions about free walking tours in Lugano
Is there a free walking tour in Lugano?
Lugano has private guided tours, and lake cruises and trips to Lake Como and Locarno leave from the city.
How much does a guided tour in Lugano cost?
The paid activity currently on Civitatis costs €362.65.
How much time do you need to see Lugano?
One or two days for the city, the lake and a viewpoint.
Where should I stay in Lugano?
It depends on your trip. In our guide to the areas of Lugano we cover Centre and lake and Paradiso and Castagnola.