Hello everyone, my name is Matteo, a local from Lugano in the Ticino region of Southern Switzerland and the founder/guide of Lugano Free Walk. My travels around the world have helped me develop a deep sensitivity in connecting with people of all cultures, and after experiencing wonderful free tours abroad—but often struggling with availability, cost, or schedules—I decided to bring the same concept to my own city. For me, guiding is not just sharing history and culture, but also telling personal anecdotes, family traditions, and my love for our cuisine and local products crafted with care by our farmers. Our goal is to fill your stay in Lugano with beautiful emotions that make you want to return. On a Lugano Free Walk, you are free to tip as you wish, and while we prefer electronic payments in Swiss Francs for accounting purposes, we also accept cash in CHF, €uros, or USD. If you prefer a customized experience, we offer private tours—such as a 90-minute city walk for 99 CHF, booked and paid 30 days in advance. Free Walking Tours Lugano is operated by San Nicola di M. De Gasperi, a sole proprietorship registered in Lugano with full liability insurance, respecting all aspects of Swiss law.