Overlooking the shores of the lake, Ciani Civic Park is one of the city’s most iconic and beloved places. A large historic garden that combines nature, architecture and landscape in a rare balance, offering a relaxing and refined experience just a few steps from the city centre.

Well-kept avenues, open lawns and centuries-old trees accompany visitors on a walk that changes with each season. Here, time seems to slow down: the gaze is lost among the intense greenery, the waters of Lake Lugano and the mountains that frame the horizon, creating an intimate and harmonious atmosphere.

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The Park

Ciani Park is the green heart of Lugano. Originally a private garden, it is now a public space of great historical and scenic value. It is home to elegant villas, such as Villa Ciani and Villa Malpensata, romantic bridges, discreet sculptures and views of the lake that invite contemplation.

It is a place designed for everyone: families, sports enthusiasts, travellers and residents. Some people walk through it for a morning stroll, others stop to read in the shade of a monumental tree, and others choose it as the setting for a quiet break during a busy day.

An experience between lake and city

Walking in Parco Ciani means experiencing Lugano from a privileged perspective. On one side, the dynamism of the city; on the other, the calm of the water and greenery. The paths run alongside the lake, offering ever-changing views, while the large grassy areas invite you to stop, sit and simply observe.

The park is also a natural link between the historic centre and the lakefront, making it a spontaneous and unmissable stop for anyone visiting the city.

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Origins

Parco Civico Ciani takes its name from the Ciani family, who in the 19th century transformed this area into an elegant private garden overlooking the lake. Only later was the park donated to the city, becoming a public space open to all. Even today, walking along its avenues, you can still feel its original spirit: a place designed for the pleasure of walking, contemplation and slow living.

Ciani Park is one of those places that does not need to impress: it wins you over with its discretion. We like it because it manages to be elegant without being distant, lively without being chaotic. It is perfect for those looking for a moment of respite, for those who love photography, for those who want to get to know the most authentic soul of Lugano.