Hidden Stories of Gandria Lugano

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About the Activity

Book a fascinating cultural and historical tour through the picturesque alleys of Gandria (Lugano), a beautiful, lakeside Swiss village right on the Italian border. You will discover hidden stories across many centuries from a passionate storyteller who has lived here for 20+ years. Many tourists only know Gandria as a "fishing village". After your guided tour, you will have much deeper knowledge that makes the past and the present of this magic place come alive!

1 hour

Private Tour

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

English and German Guides

There are no entrance fees to sites visited on the tour

Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water

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Locations in the itinerary

Gandria

Gandria, Switzerland1. Archeological signs of ancient Celts (400 BC) 2. Artist Fritz Meijer's house 3. Site where movie "The Last Chance" (1945) was filmed 4. Beautiful baroque Church of St. Vigilio (1463) 5. Gandria's special location on Italian border 6. Explanation about "Cellars of Gandria" and Swiss custom's house across the lake 7. Casa Communale (town hall) 8. Pass by typical restaurants and boat dock 9. Filanda silk factory 10. Exterior of house of famous architect Vigilio Rabaglio These are just some of the highlights. There are many more stories and insights, based on 20+ years of living here, woven into the tour. And participants benefit from images, movie clips and songs on the guide's iPad that bring the history and culture of this picturesque village to life. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Tours start at the entrance of the Church of St. Vigilio in the center of the village of Gandria (part of greater Lugano)View Location

End point

Tours start at the entrance of the Church of St. Vigilio in the center of the village of Gandria (part of greater Lugano)View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

German
English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Zurich time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Gandria ToursCreated on 12 Oct 2024Created on 27 Jun 2025

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