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Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)

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A holiday on Lake Maggiore takes you to the southern side of the scenic Alps. This lake is the second biggest in Italy, and the largest in south Switzerland. The area enjoys a mild climate throughout the year, ensuring a pleasant time no matter when you choose to take a trip to Lake Maggiore.
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Top Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland) tours

4-Day Italian Lakes and Verona Tour from Milan BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $1,161
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Lake Maggiore Half-Day Trip from Milan BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $81
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Lake Maggiore Day Trip by Train from Milan Including Cruise to Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $116
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Places to visit in Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)

Stresa BEST FOR: Art Gallery, Zoo, Nightlife
Lake Maggiore BEST FOR: Island, Castle, Flea Market
Verbania BEST FOR: Garden, Water Body, Outdoor Activity
Arona BEST FOR: Monument, Historic Site, Scenic Walking Area
Locarno BEST FOR: Landmark, Zoo, Water Park
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Popular things to do in Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)

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Botanical Gardens Of Villa Taranto
Verbania
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Lago Maggiore
Verbania
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Isola Bella
Lake Maggiore
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Duration: 1h 30 min
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Park Pallavicino
Stresa
3.8
Duration: 4 hours

Nature in Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)

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Isola Madre
Lake Maggiore
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Duration: 1h 30 min
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Island of the Fishermen (Isola dei Pescatori)
Lake Maggiore
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Isole Borromee
Lake Maggiore
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Cardada
Orselina
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Historic Sites in Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)

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Rocca Borromeo
Angera
3.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Parco della Rocca Borromea
Arona
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Sacromonte e Santuario Madonna del Sasso
Orselina
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Chiesa di San Michele
Palagnedra
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min

Kid-friendly things to do in Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)

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Falconeria Locarno
Locarno
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Lido Locarno
Locarno
4.2
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Museo Gottard Park
Castelletto sopra Ticino
3.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Spiaggia di Cerro
Laveno-Mombello
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min

Hidden gems in Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)

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Piazza G. Motta
Ascona
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Lungolago Stresa
Stresa
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Cimetta
Locarno
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Borromeo Palace
Lake Maggiore
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Outdoors in Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland)

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Gordola
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
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Suna Beach - Pool & Lounge Bar
Verbania
4.0
Duration: 4 hours
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Scuola Nautica Sonia
Gordola
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
DK Summer Club
Ispra
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min

Featured attractions

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Un Sogno di Lago - Guida turistica lago Maggiore, lago d'Orta e valli dell'Ossola
Stresa
5.0
Duration: 4h 30 min
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Palazzo Borromeo
Isola Bella
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Statue of San Carlone
Arona
3.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Alpyland Mottarone
Stresa
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
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