Lugano - Guided City Walk (Free Tour)

14.01 – 28.10.2023

Every Saturday.

An interesting walk discovering Lugano’s new train station, the recently restored Cathedral and the city seen from above.

The route will then continue through the historic streets to discover a different Lugano through the eyes of those who live there.

Take the time to photograph the historic buildings and the lush parks, to discover its broad cultural offering and chat with the locals.

Reservation required

14.01 – 28.10.2023

Meeting point at 10:00 am (Lugano Region Tourist Information, SBB Railway Station Lugano) and arrival at 12:00 pm (city center).

Every Saturday, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Information

Meeting Point Lugano Railway Station at 10 a.m.
Groups over 8 pax not admitted.
Max. 25 pax
Tour organisation on request.
The guided tour will be held in the two prevalent languages.
The guide can decide to break off or cancel the excursion in case of bad weather.
Difficulty level / walking: easy.

Bike

Swiss Bike Hotel

The Colorado is Swiss Bike Hotel certified, thanks to our equipment and experience in the field

Free Bicycles

During your stay you can take advantage of our bicycles available free of charge to our guests. Ask at the reception!

Services

If you arrive by bike, of course we have a closed room for storing it, but also repair tools and everything you need

SOS Merida

As a Merida partner, we host one of the SOS stations in the region for repairing your bike

Exhibition

Discover the latest market news thanks to our bike exhibition of the best brands in collaboration with Belimport SA

Transportation

Parking

Parking spaces are available on site for only CHF 10.- per night, with electric vehicles charge station (CHF 20.- including charging).

Public Transportation

City bus stop in front of the hotel. Line nr.2 is convenient to go to the station, which is only 800 meters, but also to reach Mount San Salvatore and Mount Brè, two of the main tourist attractions of the city

on foot

Hotel Colorado is located only 800m from the train station; 300 meters from the LAC, Lugano Art and Culture, where large exhibitions, concerts and theatre performances are held; 300 meters from the beginning of Via Nassa and the pedestrian area of the city; 300 meters from Lake Lugano

Ticino Ticket

Free public transportation

From the moment you arrive at the hotel until and including the day of your departure, take advantage of free public transport throughout Ticino thanks to the Ticino Ticket, always included in your reservation

Discounts

In addition, Ticino Ticket offers numerous discounts from 20% to 30% on many tourist attractions such as museums, funiculars, Swissminiatur, Splash&Spa and many others throughout the canton