Ticino

This natural history museum fascinates children with fossils, animals and interactive displays about the local environment.

A spectacular waterfall in a picturesque valley where families can enjoy easy walks, picnic spots and nature play.

The fossil museum brings prehistoric creatures to life, sparking kids’ imaginations about dinosaurs and ancient seas.

Perched above Bellinzona, this castle lets children explore towers, walls and views that feel straight out of a fairy tale.

Castelgrande’s huge ramparts, open spaces and panoramic views are great for a family castle adventure and picnic.

Children enjoy wandering the walls and courtyards of this UNESCO-listed castle while learning about medieval life.

A former military fortress turned museum, with tunnels and exhibits that captivate kids interested in history and bunkers.

This museum at the Gotthard Pass introduces families to the story of crossing the Alps through engaging displays.

Located on Monte San Salvatore, it pairs a panoramic mountain outing with a small museum about local history and rescue.

A regional museum where children can discover mountain valley life, old tools and local traditions.

This small museum explains how people lived in the Verzasca Valley, complementing a family day out in nature.

Families can learn about the valley’s history, crafts and way of life through accessible exhibits.

A traditional Walser house museum where kids see how mountain families once lived under one roof with their animals.

This ethnographic museum introduces children to rural life and customs in a scenic Ticino valley.

Hands-on exhibits and objects show how farming families lived and worked in the Mendrisiotto region.

A modern arts centre with family-friendly performances and exhibitions for a cultural break in Lugano.

Chiasso works as a practical base with parks and nearby museums for cross-border family excursions.