Carrara Modellismo

Carrara Modellismo is a long-established hobby and model shop in Chiasso selling model railway items, static kits, radio-control vehicles and paints/accessories. The shop is family-run and listed in Swiss business directories under Carrara l'arte del modellismo.

Visitors can browse shelves of kits and parts, get localised product advice from staff, and order specific items by phone. The shop is compact—best for focused purchases or specialist questions rather than large-scale displays.

You’ll browse shelves of plastic model kits, RC cars/boats, model-railway items, paints, glues and spare parts. Staff are available for product recommendations and to take orders for out-of-stock items.

Highlights

• Wide selection of model kits (cars, planes, trains) and paints/finishing supplies.
• RC models and replacement parts for common hobby brands.
• Staff advice on kit choice, materials and basic troubleshooting.
• Phone ordering available at +41 91 682 45 07 for pickup.

• Small, specialist retail space—limited browsing room.
• Primary language likely Italian; staff may also speak German or English.
• Limited on-street parking—best to arrive on foot or by public transport.
• Check opening hours before you go (phone contact listed).