Activities in Locarno
Whether you're after relaxation or adrenaline, Locarno and its surroundings have something for everyone: couples looking for a romantic escape, families with young children, groups of friends chasing a bit of adventure, and travellers young and old. From gentle lakeside strolls to adrenaline-fuelled jumps, there's an activity here to match however you want to spend your day.
Boccia al Bosco - Verzasca Valley
Carry a wooden ball along playful trails through the Verzasca Valley, with zip lines and catapults, a great pick for families with kids.
DiscoverMaggiore Lake Experience
Private boat tours and sunset aperitifs on Lake Maggiore, tailored to how you want to spend the day.
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Brissago Islands
A scenic boat ride out to Isola Grande for a stroll through its subtropical botanical garden, the smaller of the two islands is private.
DiscoverFalconeria Locarno
See majestic birds of prey in their enclosures, with the real highlight being the show where they fly freely overhead.
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River & BBQ at Meriggio
A sand beach on the river with self-service BBQ stations, beach volleyball, soccer, a bar and a swim, great for families and friends.
DiscoverTermali Salini & Spa Locarno
A relaxing spa right next to Lake Maggiore, with pools, saunas and treatments, ideal for couples and a day of total relaxation.
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Paragliding Cimetta - Locarno
Soar from Cimetta down to the Maggia delta for sweeping views over the lake and valleys.
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A tandem free fall over Locarno and Lake Maggiore, for an unforgettable adrenaline rush.
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Bungee Jumping Verzasca Dam
220 metres of free fall from the Verzasca Dam, the same dam where James Bond jumped in the movie GoldenEye.
DiscoverBouldering in Ticino
An indoor gym minutes away, plus some of Europe's most famous outdoor boulder fields nearby.
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Monte Tamaro
Cable car up to Alpe Foppa, with a rope park, zip line and toboggan run at the top.
DiscoverGordola Adventure Park
The largest rope park in Ticino, with routes for every age among the treetops.
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Go-Kart Magadino
An open-air kart track on the Piano di Magadino, with karts for adults and children, best reached by car.
DiscoverCentro American Bowling
12 bowling lanes, pool tables, darts, table football and a pizzeria, all under one roof.
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