Lake Lugano is a glacial lake named after the city where it is located. Palm trees in Switzerland? You bet! Lugano and its lake have a certain Mediterranean flair, a lazy place for visitors to relax. Weary travellers will find boutiques for shopping, places to hike, and boats on the water. Relax and grab an Italian gelato or cappuccino in one of the cafés. Go for a stroll around the lake to the Grand Café al Porto, which opened the year the Ticino canton joined the Swiss Federation in 1803. It’s where the United States Intelligence officers met with Nazis and Italians to try to end the war. Go to one of the markets held in the Piazza Della Riforma, or to the Church of San Rocco. Don’t miss the Parco Civico Villa Ciani, the park where nobles enjoyed a leisurely day or a romantic walk. Above all, spend a day at the waterfront promenade.
The nearest international airport is Malpensa.
Walking is the best way to explore the lake from the city center.
One can also take a taxi or line 12 bus.
Sunday: Open 24 hours.
Monday: Open 24 hours.
Tuesday: Open 24 hours.
Wednesday: Open 24 hours.
Thursday: Open 24 hours.
Friday: Open 24 hours.
Saturday: Open 24 hours.
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