1-Day Swiss Adventure to Italy: Exploring Lugano and Como

Day 1: Lakeside Exploration

Lugano, Switzerland

8:00AM

Breakfast at Bar Ticino

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at Bar Ticino, where you can enjoy freshly baked croissants and a rich Italian espresso.
Head towards Bar Ticino, which is conveniently located in the city centre.
CHF15, 1 hour

9:00AM

Explore Parco Ciani

After breakfast, take a relaxing stroll through Parco Ciani, a beautiful park overlooking Lake Lugano, ideal for taking in the scenic beauty.
Walk to Parco Ciani, just a 10-minute walk from the café.
Free, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit the Swiss Miniatur

Experience the charm of Switzerland in miniature form at Swiss Miniatur, which showcases detailed models of famous Swiss landmarks.
Take a short bus ride or a 30-minute walk to reach Swiss Miniatur.
CHF32, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Train to Como

Hop on the train to Como for your cross-border adventure, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way.
Train station is a 10-minute walk from Swiss Miniatur.
CHF7, 30 minutes

12:00PM

Lunch at Ristorante Da Raffaele

Savour traditional Italian pizza or pasta at Ristorante Da Raffaele, a local favourite known for its homemade dishes.
Ristorante Da Raffaele is located near the Como train station.
EUR20, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Visit the Cathedral of Como

Admire the stunning Gothic architecture of the Cathedral of Como, one of Italy’s most breathtaking cathedrals.
A short 10-minute walk from the restaurant.
EUR5, 1 hour

2:30PM

Funicular to Brunate

Take the funicular ride up to Brunate for panoramic views of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains.
Walk to the funicular station, located 15 minutes from the cathedral.
EUR5, 1.5 hours including visit time at the top

4:00PM

Explore the Villa Olmo

Wander through the lovely gardens of Villa Olmo, a neoclassical villa with stunning lake views.
Take a 20-minute walk from the funicular station back down.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Gelato at Gelateria Cavour

Indulge in a delicious gelato from Gelateria Cavour, known for its wide variety of flavours.
Just a 15-minute walk from Villa Olmo.
EUR5, 30 minutes

5:30PM

Return to Lugano

After a day of exploration, take the train back to Lugano to wrap up your day, reflecting on the wonderful experiences.
Head back to the Como train station, which is a leisurely 10-minute walk.
CHF7, 30 minutes
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