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Things to do in Lake Maggiore

82+ tours, tickets and activities in Lake Maggiore, Italy. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in Lake Maggiore

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Ticket for Isola Pescatori from Stresa

We know that flexibility in this moment is necessary to organize a trip out of town; for this reason we want to make the Flex service available. We guarantee flexibility on all available dates, you can book your next tour in complete freedom. Should your plans change, you can change the date of your Flex-Ticket by easily requesting a voucher for the new date. No cost for changing the reservation…

4.5(4)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 4 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £7.65 per person

Stresa: Private Cruise to Verbania or Santa Caterina del Sasso

Panoramical Tour by boat around the Borromean Gulf. Admire historical villas and get stunning panoramas on a scenic cruise from Stresa to Hermitage of Santa caterina del sasso or Verbania Pallanza. Enjoy a 360-degree view of Lake Maggiore, sailing out towards the Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso or Verbania pallanza

3.3(8)Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 8 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £254.99 per person

Half day tour: Isola Bella and Fishermen's Island with a tour guide

Visiting lake Maggiore and the famous islands: isola Bella and Fishermen's Island with a tour guide. Admiring the scenery of the lake and the beautiful gardens. Wandering around the narrow streets of the Fisherman's Island.

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £254.99 per person

Exclusive tour of isola Bella with private boat cruise

Hello, I am Micaela, an official local guide. This is a very special tour that will enable you to visit isola Bella accompanied by your expert private tour guide that will show you the sumptuous Borromeo palace with its treasures and isola Bella's amazing gardens. The private cruise around isola Madre and Fishermen's islands at the end of the private guided tour to enjoy the views will make this…

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £246.62 per person

Stresa: Isola Madre & Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off Boat tour

Admire the wonderful gardens of Isola Madre, an ancient hunting reserve of the Borromeo family. Sail to Isola Bella for the elegant Borromean Palace, Italian garden terraces, and boutique shops. Explore Lake Maggiore, Isola Madre, and Isola Bella on a hop-on hop-off cruise from Stresa. Admire the gardens of Isola Madre and see the fantastic palace and Italian terraces.

3.4(5)Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 5 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £11.05 per person

Private tour to the Angera castle from lake Maggiore and Orta

Step back in time and explore an old castle in Angera - the Rocca or Borromeo fortress - on lake Maggiore, still beautifully preserved, also housing an interesting antique dolls' museum. Enjoy a stroll and free time in the pretty lakeside town of Arona and see the colossal statue of Saint Charles Borromeo, one of the highest in the world. A private tour to discover lovely corners of lake Maggiore!

4.5(2)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews4 h 30 min

From £229.73 per person

Private cruise on Lake Maggiore, Isola Bella and aperitif onboard

The two sides of lake Maggiore are amazingly different: Westwards, the sweet sines of the gulf on which Stresa and Baveno lay, in front of the charming Borromean Islands with their botanical gardens and villas. Eastwards, the deep waters in which high and wooded cliffs tumble down. This private tour will allow you to enjoy this beautiful diversity, taking you to the discovery of the amazing palac…

3.5(2)Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews3 h

From £610.34 per person

Private tour on isola Bella with a tour guide and sunset cruise.

Discover this enchantment island still belonging to a noble family, with a private tour guide. Admire the fantastic halls still all furnished and cross the rooms of the grottoes until you get to the Italian gardens. Reach the highest part of the garden and admire the view of Stresa and the lake. Relax on a beautiful 30-minute lake cruise.

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 h 40 minFree cancellation

From £221 per person

Ticket to ride: a panoramic train running close to Lake Maggiore

Built on the track of an ancient Roman way, connecting Oscella (Domodossola) and Leocarnum (Locarno), the Vigezzina railroad was inaugurated in 1923, becoming a strategic connection for several small villages in the valleys close to lake Maggiore. Still today, even after severe damages caused by a flood in 1978, the railroad has a strong commercial and touristic function, connecting Sempione and…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews7 h

From £618.60 per person

Art and food on lake Maggiore: Stresa and Isola Bella

Stresa, known as the pearl of lake Maggiore, stands in front of the Borromean Islands, which got their name by the ancient family who owned them since the 16th century. One one of these, Isola Bella, Carlo III Borromeo built a gorgeous baroque mansion, dedicated to his wife Isabella. This private guided tour will allow you to explore Isola Bella and the splendor of the palace and its garden; once…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews4 h

From £342.36 per person

Private Boat & Picnic Escape on Lake Maggiore

Enjoy an unforgettable experience aboard a private boat on Lake Maggiore! Our tour gives you the opportunity to explore the wonders of the lake, admiring the breathtaking views of its crystal clear waters and surrounding mountains. During the cruise, you will be served a delicious picnic on board, with a rich platter of cold cuts and mixed cheeses, accompanied by fresh bread and crispy breadstick…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews4 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £934.98 per person

A Winter Experience on Lake Maggiore with a Local Guide

This is a nice tour to discover the famous Borromean islands off season, when they are like Sleeping Beauty. The Borromeo's properties - palaces and gardens - are closed to the public, but the two picturesque villages on isola Bella and Fishermen's island can be discovered. Being accompanied by an experienced tour guide, you will be able to enjoy your visit, learning more about the area, the isla…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £450.49 per person

Lake Maggiore: private cruise and Villa Taranto garden

Verbania is the chief town of the district around lake Maggiore; Pallanza, one of its centers, hosts the City hall and some of its most remarkable attractions. Among these, the outstanding Museum of Landscape, located in Palazzo Viani- Dugnani, keeps a vast collection of paintings, sculptures and photographs related to the culture and history of Lombardy and Piedmont. This private tour will lead…

4.0(1)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews4 h

From £407.29 per person

Private tour on isola Bella with a tour guide

Be enchanted by the beauty of this place, intact for 400 years. I'll show you the beautiful rooms, all furnished with antiques, and lead you through the Italian gardens full of flowers and exotic plants of great rarity, which grow thanks to the particularly mild climate of the Borromean Gulf.

New3 hFree cancellation

From £212.50 per person

An art and food tour close to Arona, on lake Maggiore

Arona, a beautiful town laying on the South-Western coast of lake Maggiore, gave birth in the 16th century to the future saint and bishop of Milan Carlo Borromeo. After a few decades from his death, a huge bronze statue dedicated to the memory of the revered citizen was built close to Arona and acted as an inspiration and a technical instruction for Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, the designer of the…

New4 h

From £589.09 per person

Lake Maggiore exclusive: Isola Bella open only for you at sunset

The sunset on lake Maggiore paints the mountains around of amazing shades and fires up the water; at this time of the day, the blooming flowers in the garden of the Borromean Palace of Isola Bella become as one with the Sun reflections on the beautiful sculptures. This private tour will allow you to enjoy these unforgettable moments: after a short transfer by a fashionable vintage taxi-boat, a pr…

New2 h

From £2,678.05 per person

Sunset on Lake Maggiore: where the sky meets water

The two sides of lake Maggiore are amazingly different: Westwards, the sweet sines of the gulf on which Stresa and Baveno lay, in front of the charming Borromean Islands with their botanical gardens and villas. Eastwards, the deep waters in which high and wooded cliffs tumble down. A private cruise will take you across the lake, coasting the Islands, to reach by a cableway an amazing viewpoint on…

New4 h

From £658.74 per person

Cook, Taste, and Discover Lake Maggiore

If Lake Maggiore is one of Italy’s hidden gems, the rolling hills behind Stresa offer some of its most breathtaking views. In this exclusive experience, a private driver will meet you in Stresa and accompany you to a charming location nestled in the hills. Here, a local chef will welcome you with a glass of wine or a refreshing aperitif, setting the tone for a relaxed and convivial experience. St…

New4 h

From £409.44 per person

An exclusive food and wine tour on Lake Maggiore

The surroundings of lake Maggiore are the homeland of some of the most prestigious Italian gastronomic specialties: varieties of cheese like the "Bettelmatt" are the natural match for elegant yet full-bodied wines like Nebbiolo, the king of Piemontese vines. This exclusive tour will lead you to discover some of these mouth-watering treasures: starting form Stresa, where you'll have an espresso or…

New7 h

From £844.08 per person

A private panoramic and original tour around Lake Maggiore

The two sides of Lake Maggiore are amazingly different: westwards, the sweet sines of the gulf on which Stresa and Baveno lay, in front of the charming Borromean Islands with their botanical gardens and villas. Eastwards, the deep waters in which high and wooded cliffs tumble down. This private tour will allow you to enjoy this beautiful diversity, taking you to the discovery of two jewels, built…

New7 h

From £690.61 per person

Discovering Lake Maggiore: the best panoramic private cruise

Lake Maggiore is a land of enchantment, whose coastlines are dotted by small, charming villages, art treasures, majestic castles and gorgeous gardens. In the middle of it lay the Borromean Islands, who has been chosen through the centuries by wealthy families, especially the Borromeo, for their leisure residences. This private cruise will take you to Isola Bella, seat of a fairy palace and a terr…

New7 h

From £646.94 per person

The best tour of the Borromean Isles on Lake Maggiore

The Borromeo family has ruled the lands across lake Maggiore for centuries and their descendants still own some of the gorgeous parks and mansions scattered around. The South-Western basin of the lake, named the Borromean gulf, is dotted by some small, charming islands. This exclusive cruise will lead you to discover the wonders of the three Borromean islands: the amazing botanical garden of Isol…

New7 h

From £528.88 per person

A private tour around Lake Orta and its mounts from Lake Maggiore

Lake Orta is a small, quite unknown pearl, lying a few kilometers westwards of lake Maggiore. Its chief town, Orta San Giulio and the close by isle of San Giulio create a unique, charming "lounge" on the lake coastline. This private tour will lead you to discover the atmospheres, the fascinating alleys and the view points of these sites, connected by a short and pleasant boat cruise. Later, you w…

New6 h

From £438.17 per person

Walking and cruising around Lake Orta

Lake Orta is a small, quite unknown pearl, lying a few kilometers westwards of Lake Maggiore. Its chief town, Orta San Giulio and the close by isle of San Giulio create a unique, charming "lounge" on the lake coastline. The small alleys, the ancient churches and the enchanting landscapes merge together in a scene of rare beauty. This exclusive tour will allow you to enjoy the fascinating atmosphe…

New3 h

From £284.93 per person