Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Lugano
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Lugano, Switzerland — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Centro.
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Top pick
Centro
Lakeside historic centre — Piazza della Riforma, arcaded shopping, restaurants.
3.7 km from center
#2
Paradiso
Quieter lakefront south — the San Salvatore funicular base, family-friendly beaches.
25 min walk from center
#3
Castagnola
Quiet residential east — the Heleneum villa museum, hillside chalets, slower pace.
33 min walk from center
Getting around
Walk the lakeside centre; funiculars to Monte Brè and San Salvatore; trains to Bellinzona and Milan.
Your hotel gives you the Ticino Ticket — free transit including funiculars throughout Ticino.