What to do and see in Canton of Ticino, Swiss Alps: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

August 7, 2021 Cedrick Jardin

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. Teatro Dimitri

Caraa du Teatro Dimitri 1, Verscio 6653 Switzerland +41 91 796 25 44 [email protected] http://www.teatrodimitri.ch
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Teatro Dimitri

Located in the beautiful countryside of the Terre di Pedemonte area near Locarno, the Teatro Dimitri was founded in 1971 by Clown Dimitri and his wife Gunda. Initially, its tradition lay within the art of clowning, non-verbal theatre and burlesque theatre. Nowadays it combines its traditional history with a dynamic and up-to-date cultural program: contemporary theatre, dance performances, live concerts, family and children’s performances and thematic festivals. It is completed by shows featuring members of the Dimitri family, as well as students and graduates of the Accademia Teatro Dimitri, one of four national theatre schools in Switzerland. More than a place for high-quality performing arts, the Teatro Dimitri aims to be a space for inspiring meetings, a place for shared experiences, for interesting talks and for time spent in the middle of nature. You will be able to enjoy this in three indoor stages, an outdoor space in the park and a pleasant restaurant.

2. Museo d'arte Mendrisio

Piazza San Giovanni, Mendrisio 6850 Switzerland +41 58 688 33 50 http://museo.mendrisio.ch/
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Museo d'arte Mendrisio

3. Teatro DI Locarno

via della Pace 5, Locarno 6600 Switzerland +41 1 756 10 93 [email protected] http://www.teatrodilocarno.ch
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Teatro DI Locarno

4. Church of S. Maria degli Angioli

piazza Bernardino Luini 6, Lugano 6900 Switzerland +41 91 922 01 12 http://www.ticino.ch/en/commons/details/Church-of-S-Maria-degli-Angioli-Lugano/2682.html
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Church of S. Maria degli Angioli

Reviewed By petecmalta - Island of Malta, Malta

Walking along the beautiful lakeside, we decided to cross the road and visit this small church. Upon entering, we were quite surprised to see a beautiful fresco depicting the 'Passion and Crucifixion of Christ' covering the whole wall of the nave. As it turns out, this Renaissance fresco defined by its expressiveness and vividness is Switzerland's most famous.

5. Fishing Museum

via Meriggi 32, Caslano 6987 Switzerland +41 91 606 63 63 http://www.museodellapesca.ch
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Fishing Museum

This fascinating exhibition gives us an idea of fishing from prehistoric times to today, touching upon several subjects like boat construction, the fish trade, the production of fishing nets, fish species found in our rivers and lakes, ancient fishing techniques, all this, in a relaxing environment close to the lake shore.

6. Galleria Baumgartner

Via Stefano Franscini 24, Mendrisio 6850 Switzerland +41 91 640 04 00 [email protected] http://www.galleriabaumgartner.ch/
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4.5 based on 70 reviews

Galleria Baumgartner

7. Sasso San Gottardo

Gotthardpass, Airolo 6781 Switzerland +41 844 116 600 [email protected] http://www.sasso-sangottardo.ch/
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4.5 based on 115 reviews

Sasso San Gottardo

8. Pinacoteca Casa Rusca

Antonio, piazza Sant' 5, Locarno 6600 Switzerland +41 91 756 31 85 http://www.ascona-locarno.com/it/commons/details/St%C3%A4dtische-Pinakothek-Casa-Rusca/2743.html
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Pinacoteca Casa Rusca

9. Chiesa San Rocco Lugano

Piazza San Rocco, Lugano Switzerland +41 76 479 97 89
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4.5 based on 71 reviews

Chiesa San Rocco Lugano

10. Centro Dannemann - Fabbrica Tabacchi

via R. Leoncavallo 55, Brissago 6614 Switzerland +41 91 786 81 81 [email protected] https://www.brissago.ch/it/fabbrica-tabacchi
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Centro Dannemann - Fabbrica Tabacchi

The CENTRO DANNEMANN Brissago is a modern and versatile event location on the banks of Lake Maggiore. Special experiences for your enjoyment, dream weddings, exclusive corporate events – we fulfil your individual requirements to the highest standards, from room hire to our full service options.

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