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From Como (Italy): Private Day Trip to Bellinzona Market and Castles

ItalyOperated by Base Camp Europe Sagl

Discover the Saturday market in Bellinzona and visit three medieval castles (UNESCO World Heritage) in Ticino. Explore local specialties, historic streets, and impressive fortresses with scenic views.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before

Duration7 hrs

LanguagesEnglish

Meeting pointComo (Abholung vom Hotel nach Absprache mit dem Anbieter), auch ab Lugano möglich

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Tour stops

4 stops

1Departure · ComoReturn · Como

Your driver-guide picks you up from your hotel in a private van.
A local guide takes you through the Saturday market in the old town, where you can sample cured meats, cheese and other regional specialities.
Discover Bellinzona
Visit two of the three UNESCO castles of your choice and enjoy views over the city and valleys from the fortifications.
Discover Bellinzona Fortress
The van takes you back to your hotel.

Highlights

Explore the Saturday market in Bellinzona's old town
Try local specialties like dried meat and cheese
Visit Castelgrande, Montebello, and Sasso Corbaro
Learn about the history of Bellinzona's fortresses
Enjoy views from the medieval castles over the surroundings

Description

This tour combines Bellinzona's Saturday market with the city's three UNESCO castles. In the old town, you'll stroll through market stalls with a local guide, experiencing a tradition dating back to 1878. Discover regional products, handcrafted goods, and typical Ticino specialties.

While exploring the market, you'll taste dried meat, cheese, and other regional delicacies. You'll also gain insight into the area's culinary traditions and connect with local vendors.

Afterwards, you'll explore two of the castles: Castelgrande, Montebello, and Sasso Corbaro. Each castle reveals its unique history and architecture. From the fortresses, you'll enjoy expansive views of Bellinzona and the surrounding valleys.

Inclusions