Alprose Chocolate Museum
Lugano, Switzerland • USD 2.2 - USD 5.5 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
16°C – 25°C, june brings warmer temperatures and frequent sunshine, with occasional afternoon thunderstorms, medium crowds, peak season
16°C – 25°C, june brings warmer temperatures and frequent sunshine, with occasional afternoon thunderstorms, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Museum has flat access, ramps, and seating, suitable for mobility aids.
Museum has flat access, ramps, and seating, suitable for mobility aids.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews, tastings and shop are well-regarded.
Mixed reviews, tastings and shop are well-regarded.
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Summarised by AI
Sweet Escape
Couples loved the chocolate tastings and the charming setting near Lugano. Highly recommend!
Fun Outing
Perfect for a relaxed day. Easy access by train, and free parking if you drive.
Delicious Treats
The factory shop offered great prices and variety. A sweet memory for couples.
Small Museum
Some couples felt the museum itself was too small for the price of admission.
No Weekend
Factory not in production on weekends. Couples missed seeing the process.
Limited Samples
A few couples felt the free tastings had a smaller variety than expected.
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
MEDIUM
1-8°C
Cold winter weather, possible light snow; festive atmosphere in Lugano.
Cold winter weather, possible light snow; festive atmosphere in Lugano.
Open
No seasonal restrictions; museum open daily except possibly certain public holidays. Factory not in production on weekends.
No seasonal restrictions; museum open daily except possibly certain public holidays. Factory not in production on weekends.
Recommended
A festive time to visit; indoor attractions are popular, and the museum is a cozy option.
A festive time to visit; indoor attractions are popular, and the museum is a cozy option.
January
LOW
1-7°C
January in Lugano is cold, with average temperatures around 4°C, lows near 1°C, and highs up to 7°C. It is the driest month, but rain can still occur. Days are short and the weather is often humid.
January in Lugano is cold, with average temperatures around 4°C, lows near 1°C, and highs up to 7°C. It is the driest month, but rain can still occur. Days are short and the weather is often humid.
Closed
Closed on January 1st. Otherwise open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. No production viewing on weekends.
Closed on January 1st. Otherwise open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. No production viewing on weekends.
Not recommended
Visiting in January offers a quiet experience, but the museum may be closed on New Year's Day and the weather is chilly. Indoor activities are comfortable, but factory production is not active on weekends.
Visiting in January offers a quiet experience, but the museum may be closed on New Year's Day and the weather is chilly. Indoor activities are comfortable, but factory production is not active on weekends.
February
LOW
2-9°C
February remains cold but slightly milder than January, with average temperatures around 5.5°C and a low chance of rain or snow.
February remains cold but slightly milder than January, with average temperatures around 5.5°C and a low chance of rain or snow.
Open
Open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. No production viewing on weekends.
Open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. No production viewing on weekends.
Not recommended
A quiet month with easy access. Factory production is not active on weekends, but the museum and shop are open.
A quiet month with easy access. Factory production is not active on weekends, but the museum and shop are open.
March
LOW
5-14°C
March marks the beginning of milder weather, with average temperatures climbing to around 9°C. Rainfall is still moderate.
March marks the beginning of milder weather, with average temperatures climbing to around 9°C. Rainfall is still moderate.
Open
Open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. No production viewing on weekends.
Open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. No production viewing on weekends.
Recommended
March is a pleasant time to visit with improving weather and few crowds. Factory operations are not visible on weekends.
March is a pleasant time to visit with improving weather and few crowds. Factory operations are not visible on weekends.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus routes, including lines 429, V111, and 433, stop near the museum at Caslano, Stazione, from which it's a short walk.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis provide direct access to the museum from Lugano, with a travel time of approximately 10-13 minutes.
Train
Recommended
Take the S60 train line from Lugano FLP station to Caslano. The museum is a 150-meter walk from Caslano train station.
Bike
Bike routes are available, with a dedicated path from Agno to Caslano. The final approach from Caslano station is walkable.
Car
From the A2 highway, take the Lugano Nord exit and follow signs to Caslano. Free parking and electric car charging are available on site.
Ferry
Ferry services to Caslano (Lago) and Ponte Tresa (Lago) are available, with a 16-20 minute walk to the museum.
Walking
The museum is a short walk from the Caslano train station and bus stops.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required