Ascona Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
municipality in the canton of Ticino, Switzerland
About Ascona
Ascona was able to maintain its charm as a colony of artists and drop-out even as the touristyLocarnodeveloped into a big tourist destination. Strict limitations for cars ensure that the main center of the town is car free. Its tranquil people make this town a calming and refreshing visit. The old buildings have been beautifully kept restored. Ascona is popular for day trips and boat tours to the Brissago Islands. The Lake Maggiore cools the town in summer and ensures a Mediterranean feeling in winter.
Top Attractions in Ascona
Explore the best things to see and do in Ascona:
- ★Ascona Locarno and the Magic Valley
- ★Brissago Islands
- ★House Serodine
- ★JazzAscona
- ★Museo Castello San Materno
- ★Museo Comunale d'Arte Moderna
- ★Musical weeks of Ascona
- ★Street Artists' Festival
Where to Eat in Ascona
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Osteria Nostrana
Where to Stay in Ascona
- 🏨Hotel La Perla, Ascona
Ascona Travel Guide Sections
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