Upper Ticino
Travel Guide
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Visit Upper Ticino
Where to stay in Upper Ticino
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.
![Dorint Resort & Spa Locarno Riazzino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104820000/104812600/104812552/8e9b4d36_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2025
![Hotel Bellinzona Sud Swiss Quality](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/47100/47087/f3c3db9a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2025
![Seven Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15281200/15281150/110959f2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2024
![Chalet del Sole](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102990000/102982000/102981910/96e10f3f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on May 24, 2024
![Hapimag Resort Ascona](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39160000/39155300/39155220/ba162af5_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2023
![Residenza Motta](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30210000/30203900/30203845/94211132_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Sep 3, 2019
Popular places to visit
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Piazza Grande
Home to one of Europe’s most picturesque outdoor cinemas, this town square is the cultural hub of Locarno.
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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.
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Three Castles of Bellinzona
Find out about the history of Bellinzona when you spend time at Three Castles of Bellinzona. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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Madonna del Sasso
Board a scenic funicular or embark on a hike to reach this church overlooking the Swiss city of Locarno.
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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.
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Funivia Orselina - Cardada
Hit the slopes in Orselina with a visit to Funivia Orselina - Cardada. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.