2 days in Canton of Ticino Itinerary

Locarno's Mediterranean climate, palm trees, and 2,300 hours of sunlight per year make this city the warmest in Switzerland.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Fri): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Monte Tamaro and then kick back and relax at Lido di Lugano. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat): take in the awesome beauty at Cardada, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Falconeria Locarno, and then explore the historical opulence of Castelgrande.

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Zurich to Locarno is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or fly. In July, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) early enough to drive back home.