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City break in Ticino. Active leisure ideas for Ticino - attractions, recreation and nightlife
The mild climate makes Ticino attractive for recreation literally all year round. Fans of water sports, which have long chosen local lakes, arrive to this canton in summer months. It is a great time for windsurfing; vacationers can practice water skiing or just enjoy the hot sun on one of the local beaches. Lake Lugano is considered the most beautiful in the region; the whole its coastline is given into the disposal of tourists. There are little hotels, countless restaurants and entertainment venues, as well as a beautiful promenade for walks and, of course, well-equipped beaches.
Ticino has amazing cultural traditions; natives gladly explain them to foreign visitors. The most anticipated and well-known national holiday is Festa d'autunno; it is held in early October … 
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Lugano is the capital and the largest city of Ticino. That’s the incredibly beautiful and charming southern city with an abundance of interesting attractions. There is a unique … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Ticino and surroundings
Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Ticino
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale della Val Grande' , 42.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Monte San Giorgio' , 47.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ World Heritage Site 'Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch' , 58.9 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Ticino
♥ Amusement park 'Volandia' Somma Lombardo, 78.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Safari Park' Pombia, 78.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Jungfrau Park' Interlaken, 80.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Greenland' Limbiate, 85.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Amusement park 'Minitalia' Capriate San Gervasio, 98.8 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Ticino
♥ Water park 'Alpamare' Freienbach, 96.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'Gardaland waterpark' Milano, 98 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'Ondaland' Vicolungo, Novara, 99.2 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Ticino
♥ Restaurant 'senza punti' Contra. Type - Modern cuisine. 16.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'il Ristorante' ORSELINA. Type - Italian. 17.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Lago' Minusio . Type - International. 17.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'lachiesa' Locarno-Monti Trinità. Type - Mediterranean cuisine. 17.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Green da Lorenzo' LOSONE. Type - International. 17.7 km from the center. On the map
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Sites around Ticino from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Verzasca Dam
From the series “Thrilling Points for Bungee Jumping”
Check on the map: Distance from Ticino center - 15.5 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. …
Read further Distance from Ticino center - 15.5 km.
Borromeo Palace
From the series “The Most Wonderful Castles and Palaces”
Check on the map: Distance from Ticino center - 52.8 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. …
Read further Distance from Ticino center - 52.8 km.
Photogallery of picturesque Ticino
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Guide to your best city break in Ticino - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Ticino - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Ticino?' disappears immediately.
