Switzerland in miniature as a theme park.
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The top of this mountain has a restaurant, hiking paths and a look-out tower offering an amazing panoramic view of Lugano, the lake and surrounding area. It is possible to hike up to the mountain (about 2 hours), or take the cable car.
The museum also offers an audio guide for a walk in the steps of Hesse, which is an extremely good choice on a beautiful day. Besides the exhibition there is also a film on Hesse shown, duration approximately 50 minutes. Friendly and helpful staff. English, German and Italian spoken.
Museum of Modern Art
It has an impressive full-wall 16th-century fresco by Bernardino Luini.
Palazzo Riva
Lugano's City Hall
Old town