Lugano Food Tour

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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 8 guests
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English, Italian
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Discover Lugano through its food and history! Join a guided tour to taste local cuisine, explore hidden gems, and immerse yourself in the culture of Ticino's largest city.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Prepare yourself for an authentic and extraordinary journey through Swiss culture & cuisine! Immerse yourself in the life of Lugano and learn about the history, culture and food of this enchanting town and how this small fishing village became the largest city of Canton Ticino today.


Join our small group of food lovers and follow your foodie guide to bakeries, wine shops, cafés and restaurants, and taste local fare along with wines from distinctive cellars.


Explore hidden quarters which you may otherwise have missed and receive personalised attention while mixing with the local community to make new friends and finish creating your memorable Swiss experience.



What You Get

Delicious, genuine typical food samplings in several authentic locations
Receive personalised attention in a small group limited to 8 (minimum number: 2 people)
Friendly English speaking tour guide
Gratuities
Extra drinks and meals not included in the program
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Good To Know

  • We highly recommend you bring a reusable bottle of water on this walking tour as we are on the way to reducing single plastic.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

Lugano (Pass By)

A guided food tour to discover Lugano’s historic center while sampling a variety of delicious tastings.
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Church of S. Maria degli Angioli

You will meet your guide outside the Church of Santa Maria degli Angioli, built at the end of the XV century. The ancient church houses one of the great masterpieces of the early Renaissance: the fresco of Leonardo's disciple, Bernardino Luini, who began his artistic career at the the Chiaravalle Abbey, in Lombardy.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura (Pass By)

It's the largest cultural center in the city of Lugano focused on artistic production and the meeting between the arts, with attention to theatre, music and visual arts.
2

Piazza della Riforma

Lugano’s main square where locals love to meet. An ideal location to relax and enjoy the many elegant cafes and restaurants.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Cattedrale di San Lorenzo

Admire the white marble XVI century facade of the Roman Catholic cathedral dedicated to Saint Lawrence in Lugano.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Parco Ciani

Before visiting Parco Ciani, where art and nature merge among century-old trees, statues, and the elegant Villa Ciani, you will stroll along Via Nassa (one of the world's most exclusive luxury streets of Lugano with its 270 metres of covered arcades, boutiques and jewelry stores) and Via Pessina (a favorite place where foodies can shop at traditional markets and enjoy authentic gastronomic specialties at historic cafes and restaurants).
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Piazza Bernardino Luini, Lugano Ticino, Switzerland, CH, 6900

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Meet us at Piazza Luini, outside Santa Maria degli Angioli Church in Lugano. Look out for our "Taste & Travel Italy" tour guide.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

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A lovely walking tour of Lugano with food and wine tasting
March 23, 2025
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Lovely walking tour. Patricia was an excellent guide and gave us an insight into the history and culture of Lugano. The food and wine tasting was great.

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Great tour highly recommend!
September 08, 2024
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We had a great time with Brian! He had so much great information for us. And we sampled some amazing food.

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Earliest available date: July 16, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
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