Tourism

Index

The Funiculars

The Lake (tours)

SchokoLand Museum

The Castles of Bellinzona

Lugano Estival Jazz 2009

Practical Information: Currency Exchange, Internet, Supermarkets.

The Funiculars

Funicular Monte Brè

From the summit of the Monte Brè, the eyesight is splendid over the lake, the city of Lugano, the splendor of Monte Rosa, the Bernese and Vallese Alps as seen from the top of Switzerland's sunniest mountain. On the other side of the lake it is also possible to see the old funicular of Lanzio d'Intelvi after the Italian border.
www.montebre.ch

Funicular Monte San Salvatore

The second pyramid which dominates the Lake of Lugano is the Monte San Salvatore (912 meters). The summit can be reached with the funicular Monte San Salvatore which was built in 1890.
From the top of the Monte San Salvatore the 360° panorama is wonderful with the Lake of Lugano, the isthmus of Mélide, the Monte Generoso and the Italian enclave of Campione on the other side of the lake. Campione if famous for its gambling Casino (gambling is forbidden in Switzerland). Note that there was a project, never made, to build a cable way from Sighignola (Italy) at the top of the mountain to allow the Italians to reach the Italian enclave of Campione from Lanzo d'Intelvi.
www.montesansalvatore.ch

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The Lake

Tour in the bay




Gandria and back: the magic atmosphere of the Lake Lugano. You can get off at any stop and take another boat later.
To visit: Swiss Customs Museum: free entry. Museum of cultures. Open from 13.30 p.m.
Duration: 60-70 minutes
Regular Tickets: 22.60CHF

More information www.lakelugano.ch


Midday Cruise




Lunch with a view! Then, in the afternoon visit Swissminiatur, Morcote, Parco Scherrer, Monte Serpiano.
Duration: Approx 2 hrs
Regular tickets: 33.00CHF
Special Ticket + dish of the day: 42.80CHF

More information www.lakelugano.ch


Como & Lugano Lakes 



Two lakes to dream about. Every day in spring and summer, with just one ticket, you will be able to travel on the Lake of Como as well as on the Lake of Lugano passing through Menaggio, Bellagio and Porlezza as you wish.
You will travel by train, by bus and by cable railway as well as cruising on historical steam boats.
Regular tickets: 46.00CHF

More information: www.lakelugano.ch

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SchokoLand Museum, the World of Chocolate 

Explore the centuries-old history of chocolate, its course in the industrial revolution and how chocolate progressed to a mass product. Learn about the pioneers of chocolate such as Henri Nestle. Display cases showcase antique chocolate molds, boxes, tins and pots.
Appropriately enough, your tour ends in the chocolate shop.
Free chocolate tasting!

Tickets:
Adults: 3 CHF
Children 6-16 years: 1 CHF
Groups from 10 pax: no entry fee

More information: www.alprose.ch

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The Castles of Bellinzona

The skyline of Bellinzona "the capital of Ticino" is defined by the powerful fortifications, comprising three of the best-preserved medieval castles in Switzerland, which are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the Castelgrande, Bellinzona's oldest and mightiest castle, there is a beautiful view over the Old Town and the surrounding area. A little museum in the Castelgrande documents the history of Bellinzona's castles and town centre. There are also museums in the other two castles.

Bellinzona is 20 minutes by train from Lugano.

Ticket for the three castles:
fr. 10.- adults / fr. 5.- adults groups (min. 10 pax)

For more information:
www.bellinzonaunesco.ch
www.bellinzonaturismo.ch

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Lugano Estival Jazz 2009

Lugano, 2-4 July 2009

Lugano Estival Jazz is the premier musical event in Southern Switzerland (Canton Ticino). Set in the heart of Lugano, in Piazza della Riforma, and in the surrounding town of Mendrisio in star architect Mario Botta's "Piazzale alla Valle", Lugano Estival Jazz attracts thousands of Jazz and World Music fans each year.
Estival Jazz Lugano celebrates in 2009 its 31st year of existence. Once again, Lugano will see its center being transformed into the most prestigious open-air and free musical stage in Europe.
All concerts are OPEN AIR and FREE.

Program here

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Practical Information

Currency Exchange

Railway Station Lugano
Piazzale della Stazione, Lugano
Opening
Weekdays: 8.20 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.
Sun: 9.00 -12.00 a.m. / 1.30 - 6.00 p.m.

Banca Migros Lugano
Via Pretorio 7a, Lugano
Opening
Mon- Fri: 8.30 a.m.-5.00 p.m.
Thursday: 8.30 a.m.- 6.00 p.m.

Cambio Parini SA
Piazza Cioccaro, Lugano
Opening
Mon-Fri: 8.15-12.15 a.m. & 1.30-6.00 p.m.

Lugachange SA
Piazza Cioccaro 12, Lugano
Opening
Mon-Fri: 9.00 a.m.-5.30 p.m.

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WiFi Lugano

Free access to Internet through WiFi technology from any point providing access to a wireless network located in the Lugano city centre, all users equipped with a mobile device, such as a portable computer or smart phone can freely connect up to the network.

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Supermarkets

There are three major supermarket chains in Switzerland: Coop, Migros and Manor. These are all fair-sized supermarkets with everything you need.

Swiss Chocolate
As you might have guessed, the Swiss love their chocolates and so do the tourists. Every grocery store has a large chocolate area with every type of chocolate bar you can imagine.

Grocery Bags
In Swiss stores, you are expected to bring a grocery bag with you. However, if you do not have one, you can get one within the store for a small fee.

Opening Hours
Stores are open from Monday to Saturday, normally from 8.00 a.m. to 12.00 a.m. and from 1.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. Big supermarkets and stores in the town centers are also open at lunch time. On Saturday, stores close at 6.00 p.m., but usually are open at lunch time. On Thursdays, many stores keep open until 9.00 p.m.


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