Lugano Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide
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3 Ratings
Lugano
Explore the ancient history and Mediterranean ambiance of Lugano on a private walking tour with a professional guide. Discover the city's strategic position, Roman ruins, and vibrant culture.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lugano - You will see:
    Villa Ciani
    Piazza Indipendenza
    Chiesa di San Rocco
    Via Canova
    Piazza Riforma
    Piazza Cioccaro
    Cattedrale di San Lorenzo
    Via Pessina
    Via Nassa

You will learn about:
Ancient Celtic and Roman influence
Building of the Gotthard Pass
3 Centuries conflict over the control of the region of Ticino
Napoleon, the Helvetic Republic and the independent Republic of Ticino
Influence in the Risorgimento (Italian unification)
The rise of tourism and the arrival of the banking system.

What's Included
  • Customizable tour with your local guide
  • Private guided tour for personal attention
  • Dedicated local guide exclusively for your group
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Welcome to Lugano, the heart of the Ticino canton in Switzerland, where a touch of Italy is noticeable. The city’s development is attributed to its advantageous location, nestled beneath prominent alpine passes. Traces of its usage by Celts can be found, as well as the Romans, who established the oldest holy structure in the country here. Lugano presents a Mediterranean vibe, thanks to the Italian influence, featuring consistent sunlight, lush vegetation, a welcoming lake, and retail establishments. But Lugano offers more than just shopping and relaxation, join us to unearth the fascinating history of this striking city.

Location
Piazza Riziero Rezzonico 7
Piazza Riziero Rezzonico
Riva Vincenzo Vela, in front of Hotel Walter Au Lac
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Kim_k
May 25, 2024
Knowledgeable and personable tour guide - The guide seemed very knowledgeable about the area. She also gave great suggestions of places to eat and a great place for ice cream! Would highly recommend this tour!!
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Shawn_f
Jun 4, 2023
Wonderful City & History Walk for Whole Family - Carin is a wonderful guide. She met us at the hotel and then led a comfortable 2 hour city walk. Showed us places we would have missed and gave good blend of history and contemporary notes. She provided her cell for follow up on dinner or other suggestions. EXCELLENT.
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Bill_h
Jun 27, 2022
No Guide for Our Tour - Our guide did not show up for the tour. No one contacted us from Viator. It is impossible to contact Viator when this happens. You have to use a 3rd party service. If you book a private tour with a guide through Viator make sure you have contact information in advance
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