Things to do in Lake Maggiore

Italy·80 bookable experiences

Lake Maggiore sits in Italy, and there are 80 bookable experiences there — tours, entry tickets, day trips and transfers. These are the ones Viator ranks highest, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card, so you can compare before you commit.

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Stresa: 1-Day 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

3.8 (293)6h

Spend a day island hopping around the Borromean Islands with a 1-day hop-on hop boat ticket around Italy’s Lake Maggiore. Departing from the lakeside town of Stresa Piazza Marconi, create your own sightseeing schedule…

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Micaela's exclusive private sunset cruise on lake Maggiore

5.0 (10)1h

Feel like a Vip and enjoy a private cruise on lake Maggiore before sunset! This is a beautiful and relaxing way to discover lake Maggiore's beauties accompanied by an experienced tour guide. Admire lake Maggiore's…

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Visit and tasting of 4 D.O.C.wines Fontechiara

4.8 (11)2h

If you are looking for a charming and welcoming place to savor excellent wines and food and enjoy peace and tranquility surrounded by greenery, the Fontechiara winery is what's right for you. Come and visit us, you can…

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Unique Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan

4.5 (103)8h 30m

Explore scenic Lake Maggiore in Italy's beautiful Lake District on a day trip from Milan. The fashionable lakeside town of Stresa is an approximate 1.5-hour drive from Milan and is surrounded by majestic snowcapped…

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Lake Maggiore: Sightseeing Cruise from Stresa

4.0 (6)1h 30m

Soak up stunning lake scenery during a private boat tour of Lake Maggiore to the Borromean Islands and Hermitage of Santa caterina cruise. With your own private vessel and captain, travel in style and enjoy total…

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Savor Ossola Wines & Local Treats in a Scenic Vineyard

4.9 (37)2h

Discover the unique flavors of Valli Ossolane, a hidden gem in the Piedmont wine scene, recognized with DOC status in 2009. Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of northern Piedmont, this experience offers a true taste…

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Ebike Tour Stresa with fantastic views and local aperitif

5.0 (5)3h

Discover the beautiful landscapes around Stresa with guided e-bike tours. Ride through lush forests and charming villages, admiring postcard views of Lake Maggiore and the picturesque Borromean Islands. Enjoy pleasant…

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Dining Experience at a local's Home in Stresa with Show Cooking

5.0 (15)2h 30m

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Stresa treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the…

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Stresa: Private Cooking Class at Local's Home by Cesarine

4.5 (22)4h

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of the Italian cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the…

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Stresa: Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off boat tour

3.7 (25)5h

Depart from Stresa and discover the wonderful Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella. Enjoy a lakeside lunch at the former and see the fantastic Palazzo Borromeo at the latter (not included in the cost of the tour).

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Cheese Experience: Tour & Tasting at Guffanti near Lake Maggiore

4.9 (12)2h

Embark on Italy’s Ultimate Underground Cheese Experience at Guffanti Fiori near Lake Maggiore. Delve into a cool, 10°C (50°F) cellar stocked with over 200 varieties of Italian and international cheeses. Learn expert…

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Private Tour of Borromean Islands with Micaela Guide

5.0 (78)5h

Hello, my name's Micaela Lucini and I'm a private local guide in Stresa. Get in touch with me if a date is not available! Please before booking read carefully what is included in the online price and what is not (…

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Stresa to Isola Bella Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Ticket

3.2 (25)3h 30m

Enjoy a boat tour of the beautiful Lake Maggiore and visit the stunning Isola Bella, one of the Borromean Islands. Enjoy traveling at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off boat tour from Stresa. Once on the island, you…

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Private Tour on a Sailing Boat on Lake Maggiore with Aperitif and Music

4.8 (5)2h 45m

The experience of stopping in one of the most evocative places of Lake Maggiore listening to the live notes of an accordion while enjoying a "special" aperitif, the result of a sophisticated search for local products.

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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Lake Maggiore

4.3 (13)3h

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your…

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Slow boat tour for small groups with appetizer on Lake Maggiore

5.0 (10)3h

Cool, slow and delicious appetize on Lake Maggiore with fantastic and unique panorama for small groups

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The three Borromean Islands with a private tour guide

4.9 (20)7h

Discovering the three Borromean Islands: isola Bella, Fishermen's Island and isola Madre with a tour guide. Admiring the scenery of the lake and the beautiful gardens. Wandering around the narrow streets of the…

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

3.5 (4)3h 30m

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,…

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A unique private boat tour of isola Bella with guide Micaela

5.0 (12)2h

Discover isola Bella, the jewel of lake Maggiore, on a unique private tour. Explore the sumptuous Borromeo palace and the incredible gardens on this lovely island in a peaceful atmosphere in the late afternoon ( but…

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Lake Maggiore Boat Tour

5.0 (19)3h

Experience the beauty of Lake Maggiore on a private boat tour that blends history, culture, and relaxation. Cruise past Isola Madre, admiring its lush botanical gardens and the elegant Palazzo Borromeo from the water.…

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Italian Wine and Food Tasting in Stresa Lake Maggiore

5.0 (3)1h

Discover rich flavors on a wine and food tasting in Stresa, two minutes walking from Lake Maggiore. Enjoy four wines, a regional digestif and a selection of traditional Italian foods in a cozy wine shop.

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Borromean Islands Private Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour from Stresa

4.0 (23)4h 30m

Explore Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace with a private hop-on and hop-off boat service from Stresa. Admire the beautiful scenery and visit the enchanting islands of Isola Madre, Isola dei…

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Private Tour to Bellagio on Lake Como from Stresa

5.0 (9)8h

Dear customers, this online tour is an itinerary idea. Please get in touch with David's BlueTaxi should you wish a custom lake Como tour with other timings, more passengers, differents stops on lake Como or pick up…

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Discover lake Orta - Private tours from Stresa, Baveno, Verbania

4.9 (23)5h 30m

A tour to magnificent lake Orta from Stresa, Baveno or Verbania on lake Maggiore! An English-speaking driver will pick you up at your hotel and will drive you to the beautiful village of Orta San Giulio on lake Orta…

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