Como - Lugano

Route: Milan - Como - Lugano - Milan
Duration: 7 h
Our first stop in this tour will be at Como city which located  at  Lake Como  one of the most beautiful areas in Italy, as it boasts breathtaking landscapes, historic and picturesque towns, elegant villas, Mediterranean-style gardens, a mild and pleasant climate. All these beautiful characteristics were already known in Roman times when Como was one of the main centers along Via Regina, a historic route that used to link the Po Valley with the northern areas of the Alps. Our city tour will begin from the beautiful public garden near the lake, with an imposing Memorial to the Fallen of the Great War and Tempio Voltiano (Volta Temple), built in remembrance of Alessandro Volta, inventor of the electric batteries who was born in this city. After a pleasant walk along the lakeshore, we will reach the neoclassical Villa Olmo , whose name comes from a magnificent elm that used to be in the villa's garden ("olmo" is the Italian word for elm). Next will go back to the city center and Piazza Cavour is a magnificent square that overlooks the lake. From here, we will head towards the historic center and get to the monumental Piazza Duomo, overlooked by the thirteenth-century Torre del Comune. Other remarkable buildings located in the square are Broletto, the historic home to the town hall, and the majestic Cathedral dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta. The interiors are worth a visit thanks to the paintings, the altars and the decorated tapestries. Walking along the quaint streets of Como is an attraction itself, being the city really charming in every corner. While walking, we will stop and have a deeper look at Basilica di San Fedele , a former Romanesque Cathedral, the Civic Museums, the Art Gallery, Piazza Vittoria, and Porta Torre, a twelfth-century tower-shaped fortification. Just a few hundreds of meters away there is another beautiful city church, the Basilica di Sant'Abbondio, a masterpiece of the Romanesque style with its five-aisle decorated interiors, facade and two towers. After free time we will drive to Lugano. Lugano is the largest and most important town in Ticino; its beauty and gorgeous setting make it one of Switzerland's most popular holiday resorts. The picturesque lakeside city of Lugano is famous for its beautiful quasi-Mediterranean scenery, its Film Festival, and for being the residence of the Nobel Prize winner, Hermann Hesse. Nicknamed the “Monte Carlo of Switzerland”, the city is a popular destination for its lovely scenery and its laid back lifestyle, and it attracts several notable people to its shores. The Ticino architectural tradition has its roots before the year 1000. Maestri Comacini, Intelvesi and Campionesi were born in this region. This tradition was renewed over the centuries. Fall in love with Lugano in guided tour. Our tour will begin front of the Museo Delle Culture, where we will embark on a journey through the history, the local lifestyle, and the contemporary transformation of the city. As you stroll through this Swiss city's picturesque streets, discover its parks, monuments, and historical architecture. Get the opportunity to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants, and bars to visit during your time in Lugano in order to make the most out of your visit. Don't miss the opportunity to see Lugano through the eyes of a local, discover what daily life looks and soak up some of the city's characteristic ambience.  During the tour you will see Lake Lugano, Lugano's Lakeside Parks and Promenade, Monte San Salvatore, Santa Maria degli Angioli, Cattedrale San Lorenzo, Hesse Museum, Monte Brè, Lugano's Old Town,Centro Storico,Via Nassa, Parco Civico and more. After free time we will return to Milan.