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It's worth making the trip here just for the views of the city and Lake Lugano. Opposite stands San Salvatore, Monte San Giorgio looms above the lake and dam of Melide and the Valais Alps can be seen to the west.

Villa Carona – Bee Edition: In the blooming Mediterranean garden of the historic Villa Carona near Lugano, a unique refuge for up to 30,000 honeybees is taking shape. Designed by Sarah Rittmann, this miniature bee hotel mirrors the architecture, colors, and proportions of the original villa. Elevated on elegant stilts and equipped with a professional beekeeping system, it meets all standards for species-appropriate care. A hinged roof, single flight entrance, and space for ten Dadant frames make maintenance by a local beekeeper efficient and sustainable. Surrounded by nectar-rich blossoms, the Bee Edition offers ideal conditions for honeybees – all in a heritage-inspired setting.

Villa Negroni is one of Ticino’s most important villas. One of the reasons is the valuable expansive garden surrounding the villa. There is a clear division into two contrasting elements: an Italian flower garden and an English-style park.

The old centre of the village of Brè is studded with artistic details and sculptures. Discover works by local artists, such as Wilhelm Schmid or Pasquale Gilardi “Leièn”.

Since September 2015, LAC (Lugano Arte e Cultura) has been an impressive platform for contemporary creativity from southern Switzerland. The building by Ticino architect Ivano Gianola offers visitors art across 2500 square metres and a modern theatre and concert hall with space for 1000 guests.

Siddhartha, Narziss and Goldmund or Klingsors letzter Sommer - some of the most important works by Hermann Hesse were written in Montagnola, in the Casa Camuzzi. Today you can visit the Museo Hermann Hesse - located in an idyllic spot above Lake Lugano.

Who has what it takes to be a farmer? Show your skills in typical Swiss posts.

The EGO Gallery at Via Canonica 9 in Lugano was opened to meet a need: it aspires to provide a platform for young artists while at the same time presenting audiences with the latest developments in contemporary art.

Located in the heart of the city, opposite the Museo d'Arte, Lido Riva Caccia features a floating wooden deck that rocks gently to and fro like a boat.

Beatrice the Hedgehog: LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel. At the heart of the LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel, a touch of nature blends seamlessly with outstanding hospitality thanks to our Urban Farming initiative — a unique project developed in collaboration with various local associations. Among the many wonders of this initiative, one space stands out: a dedicated sanctuary for hedgehogs, where these small, fascinating creatures can find shelter, heal from injuries, and recover in a safe and welcoming environment.

You will experience and discover how the delicious specialities are produced.

In Lugano, the fox takes chasers across the entire Mediterranean-style town. You'll search for secret treasure and will need to rescue knights, decipher ancient lettering and follow traces of blood.

Together with a city tour guide, guests can take a leisurely walk to Gandria or mosey through the streets of this picturesque village.

Past and present: this exceptional tour through classical Lugano is packed with surprises for visitors. Historic figures appear along the way, presenting scenes from the past in entertaining ways.

Set in a context of pure fun, the team puts into practice collaboration and listening skills, it finds the energy required to complete the project and the attention and the ability to join in. It’s an opportunity for everyone to get to know each other in an active and enjoyable way outside the working environment. It’s a completely new, unexpected and inspiring experience, the effects of which will stay with the participants on return to their daily work.

Monte San Salvatore in Lugano offers unique views over Lake Lugano, the Alps and the Po Valley. The funicular takes you to the summit in 12 minutes, where hiking trails, a viewing platform, a museum and a restaurant serving Ticino specialties await you.

The three-floor winery was designed by the famous architect Mario Botta. The top floor of the building features a sober yet elegant tasting room where seminars, events, wine tastings, cooking courses and dinners can be organised.

The Lugano swimming resort "Lido", a place which everyone loves in Lugano, has managed to preserve its attractiveness and charm throughout years.

A singularly beautiful panorama of the pre-Alpine landscape, the lakes and the snow-capped Alps. The Santa Maria degli Angeli chapel, designed by world-famous architect Mario Botta, is a marvel of contemporary architecture and features paintings by Enzo Cucchi.

First branch on foreign soil of the "Musée en Herbe", Paris, which, for the last 25 years, has been organising didactic exhibitions on art and ethics for children.

Lugano’s home mountain and pinnacle of enjoyment - that’s San Salvatore! The striking mountain south of the town boasts 360° views over the lake and environs, far south and to the high Alps in the west.The funicular railway up this landmark mountain starts in Lugano-Paradiso.

Every Saturday from the beginning of April to the end of October, there is an interesting guided walking tour of the city. It offers the chance to discover the new Lugano train station, and the recently restored cathedral and to see the city from above.

Did you know that Lugano boasts a unique Mediterranean-style climate that allows olive trees, cork oaks and palm trees to flourish side-by-side?

The summer toboggan run above Lugano surprises visitors not only with a high fun factor but also with a magnificent view of the valley.

The lakeshore promenade in Lugano with its Mediterranean atmosphere is an inviting place for tourists and locals to enjoy a stroll.

With Mediterranean flair, Lugano offers all the advantages of a world-class city combined with the cachet of a small town.

Practical, environmentally friendly and appealing: PubliBike’s bike hire system is the ideal way to explore the area around Lugano without getting stuck in traffic or wasting time looking for a parking space.

Tassino Park, a glorious haven of peace, is graced with lush vegetation thanks to its sun-drenched position. If you like roses and English-style gardens then this is the place for you. What is now Tassino Park was at one time the hunting lodge of the wealthy Enderlin family, who in the 19th century were the owners of a beautiful villa on the hill of Tassino.

In the heart of the historic city centre, just behind the lakefront promenade, lies Lugano’s principal shopping street.