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Visit Isole: Tour Hop-on Hop-off Isola Bella e Pescatori
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour
9.6 out of 10 with 8 reviews
9.6/10
8 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: Alpyland Alpine Coaster Ride on Mount Mottarone
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
9.6/10
4 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h+
7.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
7.6/10
5 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Baveno: cooking lesson in a typical Italian osteria
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso
Activity duration is 40 minutes
40m
6.0 out of 10 with 1 review
6/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Castelli di Cannero Boat Transfer & Audio Guide
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Italian Wine and Food Tasting in Stresa, Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Verbania: Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto - Entry Ticket
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
8/10
2 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
See all 16 activitiesStresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso
Activity duration is 40 minutes
40m
6.0 out of 10 with 1 review
6/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Stresa: Private Sunset Walking Tour with Aperitif
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Lake Maggiore Boat Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
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Lake Maggiore: Stresa and Isola Madre Private Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
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Lake Maggiore Daytrip from Milan - Private
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Lake Maggiore: Romantic couple photoshooting on the islands.
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
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Lake Orta: Canadian Canoe Tour, Waterfall, and Picnic
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Maggiore: Isola Bella & Fishermen's Island Guided Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
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Private romantic sunset cruise on Lake Orta sipping wine on board
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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A private tour around Lake Orta and its mounts from Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife
See all 9 activitiesBaveno: cooking lesson in a typical Italian osteria
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Italian Wine and Food Tasting in Stresa, Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Maggiore: Arona & Stresa, Cooking Lesson with Dinner and Music
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Maggiore: cheese workshop with tasting of local specialities
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Castle Winery Tour & Tasting near Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Domodossola: Centovalli Train & Valle Vigezzo Museums Ticket
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Orta San Guilo: Village Private Tour with Cake Tasting
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
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Tour Palazzo Borromeo to Isola Bella, Isola Pescatori and DRINK!
Activity duration is 3 hours and 25 minutes
3h 25m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Classes & workshops
See all 5 activitiesBaveno: cooking lesson in a typical Italian osteria
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Maggiore: Arona & Stresa, Cooking Lesson with Dinner and Music
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Segeltour mit Skipper - Cannero Riviera am LagoMaggiore
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Create your own garment with dye
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
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Frequently asked questions
Is Stresa worth visiting?
Known for its walking trails and watersports, finding awesome things to do in Stresa is a cinch. Remember to add Villa Pallavicino Park to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Stresa?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Villa Pallavicino Park and Borromeo Palace and Garden. Then, tour different parts of Stresa for tasty eats and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Stresa?
Villa Pallavicino Park is one of the top tourist attractions in Stresa and deserves a spot on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Stresa?
You can easily tour top attractions like Villa Pallavicino Park, Funivie del Lago Maggiore and Borromeo Palace and Garden with a three-day stay in Stresa. On average, most travellers plan three days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a little longer and head to Como.
Is Stresa a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Stresa, including Villa Pallavicino Park and Borromeo Palace and Garden, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 3 kilometres from the city centre of Stresa is Gignese and Brisino is 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Stresa with kids?
Deciding what to do in Stresa with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or toddlers, there are many family-friendly tours and activities to keep them entertained here.
What to do in Stresa for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or adventure seeker, there's no shortage of things to do in Stresa for adults including Arona City Hall and Museo dell'Ombrello e del Parasole.
Are there free things to do in Stresa?
In Stresa, Arolo Beach is a top spot for anyone wishing to see the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, check out the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and speak with a local tour guide. It's a great way to learn about the best free things to do in Stresa.
