10 TOP Things to Do in Lake Maggiore (2026 Activity Guide)

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Isola dei Pescatori which includes a lake or waterhole

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What to do in Lake Maggiore

Popular places to visit

Piazza Grande

Home to one of Europe’s most picturesque outdoor cinemas, this town square is the cultural hub of Locarno.

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.

Villa Taranto Botanical Garden

Experience a fascinating and exciting glimpse into the natural world at this oasis of lawns, gardens, flowers and ornamental features.

Cannobio Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Cannobio with a trip to Cannobio Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Old Town

You can find out about the history of Locarno with a trip to Old Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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 Bella Botanical Garden

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

Borromeo Palace and Garden

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

Villa Giulia

Take your seat for a concert performance, peruse art exhibits and amble through a lakeside park at one of Verbania's cultural gems.

Areas of Lake Maggiore

Centro Storico

While visiting Centro Storico, you might make a stop by sights like Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Funivie del Lago Maggiore.

Cerro

Though Cerro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso.

Porto Ronco

Porto Ronco is well-liked for its mountain views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ronco sopra Ascona area, you might plan a trip to Brissago Islands or Monte Verità.

Profarè

While there might not be top attractions in Profarè, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Villa De Angeli Frua.

Sasso Moro

While there might not be top attractions in Sasso Moro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arolo Beach and Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso.

Gattirolo

Though Gattirolo might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso and Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal.