Besso Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Santa Maria degli Angeli
Experience one of Switzerland’s most impressive Romanesque churches and its enormous 16th-century fresco.
Via Nassa
During your trip to Lugano, you can enjoy retail therapy at Via Nassa. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Mount Brè
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Brè and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Lugano. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.
Palazzo dei Congressi
Learn about the events happening in Palazzo dei Congressi during your trip to Lugano. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Monte San Salvatore
Climb to the top of this lakeside mountain to dine while enjoying panoramic views across the Swiss Alps.
Parco Ciani
Explore the lovely green spaces of Parco Ciani and also enjoy the boating in Lugano. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Activities
Rivera-Ticino: Splash e Spa Tamaro 4-Hour Waterpark Ticket
Rivera-Ticino: Splash e Spa Tamaro 4-Hour SPA Entry Ticket
Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Besso Hotel Deals
Hotel & Hostel Montarina
"Facility was nice and clean. Staff were helpful and friendly. Breakfast is not included but the price was fair."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Palace Grand Hotel Varese
"Great location and great service"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Palace Hotel
"Great breakfast options and great location. Rooms were smaller than expected and carpet in rooms are not good would of rather had a room with flooring"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Funicolare
"Absolutely beautiful location"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Admiral
"Breakfast was excellent and a good variety"
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
B&B Hotel Como City Center
"Good location, close to train station and an easy walk to the Lake. Daytime front dest clerk was very helpful, evening front dest clerk was uninterested. Room was clean and spacious."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
