Things to do in Stresa

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Stresa featuring a sunset, a river or creek and a small town or village
Borromeo Palace and Garden showing a small town or village, a river or creek and heritage elements
Stresa featuring a river or creek and a small town or village
Stresa featuring a garden and wild flowers
Funivia Stresa-Alpino-Mottarone featuring rides and tranquil scenes

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

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

Activity duration is 6 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$22 per adult
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Lake Maggiore: Isola Bella & Fishermen's Island Guided Tour

Lake Maggiore: Isola Bella & Fishermen's Island Guided Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$748 per traveller*
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Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore

Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$195 per adult
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What to do in Stresa

Popular places to visit

Borromeo Palace and Garden featuring interior views, heritage elements and art

Isola Bella

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Isola Bella during your travels in Stresa. Wander the picturesque gardens and lakeside in the area.

Isola Bella
Mottarone showing mountains, snow and landscape views

Mottarone

The Western Alpine peak standing between Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore is renowned for its magnificent views, hiking trails, ski resort and local produce.

Mottarone
Isola Bella Botanical Garden showing heritage elements, wild flowers and a garden

Isola Bella Botanical Garden

Spend time at one of the most popular attractions on Lake Maggiore, a centuries-old island garden of great beauty.

Isola Bella Botanical Garden
Isola Madre Botanical Garden showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and a small town or village

Isola Madre Botanical Garden

Experience the grandeur of this island paradise halfway between Baveno and Pallanza, where exotic flowerbeds provide a home for peacocks, parrots and pheasants.

Isola Madre Botanical Garden
Villa Ducale featuring wild flowers and a park

Villa Ducale

Find out about the history of Stresa when you spend time at Villa Ducale. Wander the picturesque gardens and lakeside in the area.

Villa Ducale
Borromeo Palace and Garden showing a small town or village, a river or creek and heritage elements

Borromeo Palace and Garden

Beautifully landscaped Italianate gardens and a sumptuous Baroque palazzo almost entirely encompass the second largest of the Borromean Islands.

Borromeo Palace and Garden

Stresa Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Stresa with a trip to Stresa Ferry Terminal. Wander the picturesque gardens and lakeside in the area.

Stresa Ferry Terminal

Villa Pallavicino Park

After visiting Villa Pallavicino Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Stresa. Wander the lakeside and picturesque gardens in the area.

Villa Pallavicino Park

Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore

After visiting Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Stresa. Wander through the picturesque gardens and lakeside in this quaint area.

Sapori d'Italia, Lago Maggiore

 

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Laveno Mombello

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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.