Family trip to Locarno with children. Ideas on where to go with your child
Locarno is a great place for an active family vacation. The city has many attractions and interesting entertainment centers. Its main attraction is the ancient castle Visconti – an amazing fortress that will be interesting to visit even for kids. This fortress was built more than a thousand years ago. Over the years of its existence, the caste has been rebuilt many times and its appearance changed. Today, an interesting museum is operational in the fortress. Among its exhibits are antique furniture, old photographs, and artworks. This historical building occupies a vast territory. Visitors will have the opportunity to stroll along the quiet inner courtyards of the ancient fortress and look into the most hidden corners.
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Those who like to relax in picturesque places will definitely enjoy the park “Minigolf Bosco Isolino”. This is a very large and beautiful park which sinks in an abundance of flowers and greens in the warm season. The main features of the park are mini-golf courses located on its territory. This will appeal to both children and adults. During the warm season, interesting entertaining activities, master classes, as well as sports competitions in golf, are regularly conducted in the park for children.
For those who are most fond of water activities, it is worth visiting the complex “Lido Locarno” during summer. This wonderful recreation center is located on the lake shore. It offers its guests luxurious swimming pools with slides, spacious green terraces for sunbathing, a cozy café, and plenty of free space for active games and entertainment. There is also a large indoor pool in the center which you can visit at any time of the year.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Locarno and surroundings
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Amusement parks near Locarno
♥ Amusement park 'Volandia' Somma Lombardo, 60.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Safari Park' Pombia, 60.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Greenland' Limbiate, 68.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Minitalia' Capriate San Gervasio, 85.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Minigolf Adventure' Milano, 85.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Volandia' Somma Lombardo, 60.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Safari Park' Pombia, 60.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Greenland' Limbiate, 68.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Minitalia' Capriate San Gervasio, 85.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Minigolf Adventure' Milano, 85.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Locarno
♥ Water park 'Gardaland waterpark' Milano, 80.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Ondaland' Vicolungo, Novara, 82 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Alpamare' Freienbach, 114.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'River Park' Rivergaro, 152.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Gardaland waterpark' Milano, 80.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Ondaland' Vicolungo, Novara, 82 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Alpamare' Freienbach, 114.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'River Park' Rivergaro, 152.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Aquariums in Locarno and nearby
♥ Aquarium 'Civic Aquarium of Milan' , 82.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Civic Aquarium of Milan' , 82.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Zoos and gardens in/near Locarno
♥ Zoo 'Parco della Villa Pallavicino' Stresa, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, 37.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Parco Faunistico La Torbiera' Agrate Conturbia, Novara, 57.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Safari Park Pombia' Pombia, Novara, 60.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Faunistic Park Le Cornelle' Valrembo, Bergamo, 80 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Tierpark Goldau' Goldau, 99.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Parco della Villa Pallavicino' Stresa, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, 37.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Parco Faunistico La Torbiera' Agrate Conturbia, Novara, 57.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Safari Park Pombia' Pombia, Novara, 60.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Faunistic Park Le Cornelle' Valrembo, Bergamo, 80 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Tierpark Goldau' Goldau, 99.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Famous sights of Locarno
Borromeo Palace
From the series “The Most Wonderful Castles and Palaces”
Check on the map: Distance from Locarno center - 36.7 km.
The design of the surrounding territory was done just as carefully as building the palace. In addition to the building, there were some excellent views and terraces from which you can enjoy the panorama of Lake Magiore. The adjoining territory is adorned with the exotic plants that were made for the garden of England. Among the luxuriant undergrowths of the rare trees and flowers you can see many beautiful sculptures and fountains. One of the most important modern peculiarities of the castle park complex are the rare white peacocks. …
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Verzasca Dam
From the series “Thrilling Points for Bungee Jumping”
Check on the map: Distance from Locarno center - 5.2 km.
According to the script, James Bond has jumped during the pursuit of this dam. Thousands of people from all over the world wanted to repeat his heroic deed. The attraction is not only accessible during the day, but also at night. At dawn the jump becomes a bit more expensive. In order to enjoy the unforgettable entertainment, you have to go through the medical examination, book the time of the jump and pay the jump price to one of the organizing companies. …
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Photogallery of best places of Locarno
Children attractions (aquaparks, zoos, amusement parks) on the map of Locarno
Guide to sightseeing and entertainment for children in Locarno - parks, attractions, museums, zoos, water-parks. All fascinating and educational sites of Locarno, which are must visit and see for your child. Find out the best discovery routes and places for kids (local theaters, exhibitions and museums), where you can spend quality time together. Locarno for families with children.