What to do and see in Canton of Ticino, Swiss Alps: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

December 17, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

This Italian-speaking region in Southern Switzerland is on the border with Italy. Bellinzona is the capital, and Lugano is the most important city in the canton, known for its beautiful waterfront, steep hillsides and gorgeous lake views. Castelgrande is a lovely medieval castle overlooking the city that has recently been restored. The Centovalli Railway is a scenic train that operates between Locarno, Switzerland and Domodossola, Italy, traveling through the breathtaking "Hundred Valleys." Lake Como is nearby, the home of People magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive,” George Clooney.
Restaurants in Canton of Ticino

1. Valle Verzasca

Lavertezzo 6632 Switzerland
Excellent
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5.0 based on 552 reviews

Valle Verzasca

Reviewed By WeakKneeTraveler - Singapore, Singapore

Came here as a day trip from Zurich. This little place is absolutely gorgeous. You can go across the old stone bridge to the opposite side too. The drive up to this spot was really scenic too. Recommended.

2. Chiesa romanica di San Carlo a Negrentino

Zona Leontica Paese, Leontica 6716 Switzerland https://www.ticino.ch/it/itineraries/details/La-chiesa-romanica-di-San-Carlo-a-Negrentino/138372.html
Excellent
92%
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Chiesa romanica di San Carlo a Negrentino

3. Curzutt

Monte Carasso 6513 Switzerland +41 91 835 57 23 http://www.curzutt.ch
Excellent
45%
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39%
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16%
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

Curzutt

4. Lago Ritom

Ritom, Quinto 6776 Switzerland http://www.ritom.ch/
Excellent
72%
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24%
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4%
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4.5 based on 74 reviews

Lago Ritom

5. Gotthard Basistunnel

Bodio 6003 Switzerland +41 41 226 06 06 http://www.alptransit.ch
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Gotthard Basistunnel

6. Piazza della Riforma

Piazza della Riforma, Lugano Switzerland +41 58 866 66 00 http://www.luganoturismo.ch
Excellent
43%
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46%
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9%
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4.5 based on 606 reviews

Piazza della Riforma

Reviewed By CidB_12 - Atlanta, United States

Picturesque area in town across from the beautiful lake Lugano. Great shops to browse and plenty of restaurants and cafes to feed your cravings.

7. Chiesa San Giorgio

Parrocchia, Carona 6914 Switzerland https://www.luganoregion.com/it/cosa-fare/arte-e-cultura/detail/id/3233/chiesa-san-giorgio
Excellent
58%
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42%
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Chiesa San Giorgio

8. Chiesa San Rocco Lugano

Piazza San Rocco, Lugano Switzerland +41 76 479 97 89
Excellent
37%
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54%
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10%
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4.5 based on 71 reviews

Chiesa San Rocco Lugano

9. Borgo Antico

Centro Antico, Morcote Switzerland
Excellent
55%
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35%
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8%
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4.5 based on 40 reviews

Borgo Antico

10. Lungolago Di Ascona

Lungolago Di Ascona, Ascona Switzerland http://www.ascona.ch
Excellent
64%
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4.5 based on 329 reviews

Lungolago Di Ascona

Reviewed By Bandit-One - Lucerne, Switzerland

Ascona is always worth a visit. Been here a couple of times and still amazes every time. The town itself is a sight on its own right. Strolling through the narrow streets and lanes is just a nice thing to do. The old town's not that big, so you surely won't get lost. Besides the old town the Promenade on the lake - the Lungolago - is what you come for. It's not the biggest or longest Promenade, but it's one of the most beautiful. The Lago Maggiore is just a wonderful lake and you can see to the other side: Italy. Take a walk, take a boat...take a break and enjoy this wonderful Promenade. There's plenty of space, since the Lungolago is very wide. Along the way a good number of restaurants and of course some souvenir shops. But also a nice park at the southern end and lots of benches to stretch your legs. From the official photo op on the northern end you really can get nice pics of the Lungolago with the colourful buildings backing it up. If you're around here already, don't miss out on Locarno, another beautiful town in Ticino.

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