Upper Ticino

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Above the beautiful city of Locarno in Ticino, Switzerland! I took this photo from the Cardada tourist resort area. One of my best memories from my Switzerland trip :). I was there in May 2016. You can definitely see that Spring is alive!
Above the beautiful city of Locarno in Ticino, Switzerland! I took this photo from the Cardada tourist resort area. One of my best memories from my Switzerland trip :). I was there in May 2016. You can definitely see that Spring is alive!
Springtime in Switzerland! Blenio consists of several villages and hamlets and offers breathtaking views. I'd say that Blenio was the most picturesque place I visited in Ticino, which is saying a lot, because there's so many beautiful places there!
Like out of a fairy tale, got this shot of the stunning Madonna del Sasso on our hike up to Cimetta #Ticino #Switzerland #Explore
Pizzo di Claro summit, july 2015

Where to stay in Upper Ticino

Schweiz - Ronco sopra Ascona

Porto Ronco

Porto Ronco is well-liked for its mountain views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ronco sopra Ascona area, you might plan a trip to Brissago Islands or Monte Verità.

Porto Ronco
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Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino

Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino

4 out of 5
Via Campagna n. 9 Locarno
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$200 nightly
The price is $220 total per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
$220 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Go kart Locarno Magadino and Cantina Böscioro are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (131 reviews)
It's more a family hotel. Check in is good and friendly. Breakfast is good. The location is a little far from the center but it's near to a train station

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino
Hotel Bellinzona Sud Swiss Quality

Hotel Bellinzona Sud Swiss Quality

3 out of 5
Raststätte Bellinzona Süd, A2 Bellinzona TI
$136 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
$153 total
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bellinzona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (523 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable bed. The room was very clean and quiet. The free tea, coffee and cake was a nice amenity. I would definitely recommend this hotel

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

Hotel Bellinzona Sud Swiss Quality
Hotel Belvedere Locarno

Hotel Belvedere Locarno

4.5 out of 5
Via ai Monti della Trinita 44 Locarno TI
$374 nightly
The price is $401 total per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
$401 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Locarno. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Piazza Grande and Old Town are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (356 reviews)
Lovely lake-facing room with a wonderful view. Comfortable bed. Spacious shower with lots of hot water. Friendly and helpful staff. Close to the convent and funicular. The walk back up from town could be a bit challenging for older or unfit people, but we enjoyed it.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Hotel Belvedere Locarno
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Miralago Locarno Easy Rooms

Miralago Locarno Easy Rooms

3.5 out of 5
1 Via San Vittore Muralto
Stay at this apartment in Muralto. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Giardini Pubblici and Città ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Great location, 5 minutes from the train station. Spotless rooms, great Wi-Fi, and the best value, perhaps, in all of Switzerland. And just for cred, I have been to Europe more than 250 times, so I know hotels.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Miralago Locarno Easy Rooms
Chalet del Sole

Chalet del Sole

2 out of 5
Altanca Quinto TI
Stay at this vacation home in Quinto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Ritom Funicular and Gottardo Arena are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
A unique experience
Clean room, lovely location, wonderful hospitality

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Chalet del Sole
Small rustic dream in a quiet location with a view of the mountains

Small rustic dream in a quiet location with a view of the mountains

Indemini TI
Stay at this vacation home in Gambarogno. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Monte Gambarogno and Monteviasco are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Beautiful spot
It was a beautiful little rustic cabin and nice setting! I didn’t think to check if there was a washer or dryer and was slightly disappointed that there was none. However, we really enjoyed our stay!

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Small rustic dream in a quiet location with a view of the mountains
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Popular places to visit

Piazza Grande showing road cycling as well as an individual femail

Piazza Grande

Home to one of Europe’s most picturesque outdoor cinemas, this town square is the cultural hub of Locarno.

Piazza Grande
Verzasca Dam - Locarno, Switzerland

Verzasca Dam

You can find out about the history of Gordola when you stop by Verzasca Dam. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Verzasca Dam
Piazza Grande

Old Town

You can find out about the history of Locarno with a trip to Old Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Old Town
Madonna del Sasso which includes a lake or waterhole and a small town or village

Madonna del Sasso

Board a scenic funicular or embark on a hike to reach this church overlooking the Swiss city of Locarno.

Madonna del Sasso
it was ffffreeezzzzing!

Sasso San Gottardo Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Sasso San Gottardo Museum in Airolo. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Sasso San Gottardo Museum
Castello Visconteo featuring a ruin and heritage architecture

Castello Visconteo

Visit this medieval defense structure overlooking Lago Maggiore to browse its archaeological museum and learn about the history of the Visconti from Milan.

Castello Visconteo

Cities near Upper Ticino

Lugano featuring flowers and a garden

Lugano

Adobe

Bellinzona

Madonna del Sasso showing landscape views, a coastal town and a lake or waterhole

Locarno

Harbour Town of Ascona in Ticino, Switzerland

Ascona

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