Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Stresa March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Stresa Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Stresa.dx4874)[Hotels in Stresa](https://expedia.co.uk/Stresa-Hotels.d4874.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Stresa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Stresa.d4874.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Stresa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Stresa.d4874.Car-Hire-Guide)[Stresa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Stresa.d4874.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Stresa ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Stresa Types of activities [Stresa travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Stresa.dx4874) ![Stresa showing a small town or village, a sunset and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4874/089b5ed2-fd67-44bc-8d20-0e72fb3fc673.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stresa showing a small town or village, a sunset and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4874/089b5ed2-fd67-44bc-8d20-0e72fb3fc673.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Borromeo Palace and Garden featuring a river or creek, a small town or village and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320471/f969b134-1442-4575-9e69-d6c7dd7a2e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stresa which includes a small town or village and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4874/8a38e44e-5643-4915-960c-649cced4cc6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stresa which includes a garden and wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4874/af448915-1de5-4657-9447-9d4455f735b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Stresa Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Stresa has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Stresa, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Stresa with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Stresa Stresa is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Stresa, and make it a breeze to explore Stresa and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Stresa to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Stresa, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Stresa. #### Stresa attractions Stresa has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Stresa to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Stresa. Looking for things to do in Stresa can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Stresa ### Tours & day trips [See all 31 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Stresa: Alpyland Alpine Coaster Ride on Mount Mottarone](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49512271/deb0ab3f-947e-4a0c-adbe-8982312e404f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stresa: Alpyland Alpine Coaster Ride on Mount Mottarone 9.4/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £6 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stresa-alpyland-alpine-coaster-ride-on-mt-mottarone.a49512271.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48152047/7b8234a4-92b4-4963-9d49-77df1856bf52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour 9.4/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-the-3-borromean-islands-free-departure.a48152047.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/756755/cdb1ea0c-61d1-4e66-a767-39a2e35aac7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour 6h+ 9/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-day-pass-borromean-islands-hop-on-hop-off-tour.a756755.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48306093/86797252-0963-4a81-ba9a-2a0812e05d43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Locarno and Ascona: Scenic Electric Bike Cycling Tour 5h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/locarno-and-ascona-scenic-e-bike-cycling-tour.a48306093.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Lake Maggiore Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50266675/ec0d9e88-1e42-489b-9a20-a867f5391722.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Maggiore Boat Tour 3h Free cancellation available £583 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-boat-tour.a50266675.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Domodossola: Centovalli Train & Valle Vigezzo Museums Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47910725/7e7f0f3b-f4b0-4340-8c4a-e9200217a917.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Domodossola: Centovalli Train & Valle Vigezzo Museums Ticket Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/domodossola-centovalli-train-valle-vigezzo-museums-ticket.a47910725.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Castle Winery Tour & Tasting near Lake Maggiore](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51513443/1cb61a45-1de7-4086-a7e7-3eefb0344dfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Castle Winery Tour & Tasting near Lake Maggiore 1h 30m Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/castle-winery-tour-tasting-near-lake-maggiore.a51513443.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Orta: Private Lake Orta and Isola San Giulio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49779230/230a0b91-16b9-4740-8a59-12a11d52d516.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Orta: Private Lake Orta and Isola San Giulio Tour 2h Free cancellation available £335 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/orta-private-lake-orta-and-isola-san-giulio-tour.a49779230.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Lake Maggiore: Stresa and Isola Madre Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47351342/5e5296ab-a342-4c86-a0e4-716d9a9b33df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Maggiore: Stresa and Isola Madre Private Tour 3h Free cancellation available £387 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-stresa-and-isola-madre-private-tour.a47351342.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Create your own garment with dye](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50678450/18233a81-cab4-4541-9848-ac66103dd586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Create your own garment with dye 2h 30m Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/create-your-own-garment-with-dye.a50678450.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/756755/cdb1ea0c-61d1-4e66-a767-39a2e35aac7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour 6h+ 9/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-day-pass-borromean-islands-hop-on-hop-off-tour.a756755.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Orta: Private Lake Orta and Isola San Giulio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49779230/230a0b91-16b9-4740-8a59-12a11d52d516.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Orta: Private Lake Orta and Isola San Giulio Tour 2h Free cancellation available £335 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/orta-private-lake-orta-and-isola-san-giulio-tour.a49779230.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Lake Maggiore: Isola Bella & Fishermen's Island Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47330308/53954630-d759-438d-9521-b9e53dcda5e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Maggiore: Isola Bella & Fishermen's Island Guided Tour 3h Free cancellation available £435 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-isola-bella-fishermens-island-guided-tour.a47330308.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Private romantic sunset cruise on Lake Orta sipping wine on board](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49835210/09a1839a-b71f-4587-9a7d-20ce6d9afe0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private romantic sunset cruise on Lake Orta sipping wine on board 1h 30m £272 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/a-private-romantic-sunset-cruise-on-lake-orta-sipping-wine-on-board.a49835210.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Segeltour mit Skipper - Cannero Riviera am LagoMaggiore](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47806097/a773490b-0998-409b-a6e8-35a97de44db5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Segeltour mit Skipper - Cannero Riviera am LagoMaggiore 7h Free cancellation available £173 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/segeltouren-mit-skipper-ab-cannero-riviera-am-lagomaggiore.a47806097.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Borromean Gulf: Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44633494/0446207f-377d-49d2-ac02-6d426f17889e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Borromean Gulf: Sightseeing Cruise 40m Free cancellation available £131 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/borromean-gulf-sightseeing-cruise.a44633494.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44634997/5fc58dd5-a2bf-43a0-bc3b-3af20492b0c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stresa: Private Cruise to Santa Caterina del Sasso 40m 6/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £131 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stresa-private-cruise-to-santa-caterina-del-sasso.a44634997.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Domodossola: Centovalli Train & Valle Vigezzo Museums Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47910725/7e7f0f3b-f4b0-4340-8c4a-e9200217a917.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Domodossola: Centovalli Train & Valle Vigezzo Museums Ticket Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/domodossola-centovalli-train-valle-vigezzo-museums-ticket.a47910725.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Castle Winery Tour & Tasting near Lake Maggiore](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51513443/1cb61a45-1de7-4086-a7e7-3eefb0344dfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Castle Winery Tour & Tasting near Lake Maggiore 1h 30m Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/castle-winery-tour-tasting-near-lake-maggiore.a51513443.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46410979/38a69058-3070-4d33-a208-1560789b878d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £113 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/italian-cooking-private-class-on-lake-maggiore.a46410979.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Orta San Guilo: Village Private Tour with Cake Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47342472/c818e4e1-af42-4256-955b-eac9deff76f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Orta San Guilo: Village Private Tour with Cake Tasting 3h Free cancellation available £407 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/orta-san-guilo-village-tour-with-cake-tasting.a47342472.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Lake Maggiore: Arona & Stresa, Cooking Class with Dinner and Music](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51788661/8fb13bd1-0602-4227-8f59-7926843f5394.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Maggiore: Arona & Stresa, Cooking Class with Dinner and Music 4h Free cancellation available £86 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-arona-stresa-cooking-class-with-dinner-and-music.a51788661.activity-details?&rid=4874&location=Stresa&swp=off) ![Tour Palazzo Borromeo to Isola Bella, Isola Pescatori and DRINK!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49729796/6c975711-6b1a-44ee-9b62-0f001d1a31b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour Palazzo Borromeo to Isola Bella, Isola Pescatori and DRINK! 3h 25m Free cancellation available £161 includes taxes & fees per adult 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_4874) ## Recommended things to do in Stresa | Number of things to do | 38 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Stresa: Alpyland Alpine Coaster Ride on Mount Mottarone](/things-to-do/stresa-alpyland-alpine-coaster-ride-on-mt-mottarone.a49512271.activity-details): £6 | | Top 5 things to do | [Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour ](/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-day-pass-borromean-islands-hop-on-hop-off-tour.a756755.activity-details)[Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour](/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-the-3-borromean-islands-free-departure.a48152047.activity-details)[Stresa:Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off boat tour](/things-to-do/stresa-isola-pescatori-and-isola-bella-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a45264054.activity-details)[Stresa: Isola Madre & Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off Boat tour](/things-to-do/stresa-isola-madre-isola-bella-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a45264125.activity-details)[Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour](/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-isola-bella-lake-maggiore.a47799865.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Italian Wine and Food Tasting in Stresa Lake Maggiore](/things-to-do/italian-wine-and-food-tasting-in-stresa-lake-maggiore.a51253861.activity-details)[Casalzuigno: Villa della Porta Bozzolo](/things-to-do/casalzuigno-villa-della-porta-bozzolo.a48207356.activity-details)[Create your own garment with dye](/things-to-do/create-your-own-garment-with-dye.a50678450.activity-details)[Castle Winery Tour & Tasting near Lake Maggiore](/things-to-do/castle-winery-tour-tasting-near-lake-maggiore.a51513443.activity-details)[Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore](/things-to-do/pizza-course-and-tasting-on-lake-maggiore.a46383650.activity-details) | | With kids | [Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour ](/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-day-pass-borromean-islands-hop-on-hop-off-tour.a756755.activity-details)[Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour](/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-the-3-borromean-islands-free-departure.a48152047.activity-details)[Stresa:Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off boat tour](/things-to-do/stresa-isola-pescatori-and-isola-bella-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a45264054.activity-details)[Stresa: Isola Madre & Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off Boat tour](/things-to-do/stresa-isola-madre-isola-bella-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a45264125.activity-details)[Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour](/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-isola-bella-lake-maggiore.a47799865.activity-details) | ## What to do in Stresa --- ### Popular places to visit ![Panorama view of a room in the Borromean Palace on Isola Bella, an island in Lake Maggiore! The total beauty of the room required a panorama!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4874/6e94ebfe-1519-4d9e-825e-5b341a12f6d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isola Bella 4.5/5(17 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Isola-Bella-Stresa.d553248635157711321.Attraction) ![Mottarone which includes landscape views, snow and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320463/6b119190-47ba-4a13-9523-0ded53136724.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mottarone 4.5/5(15 reviews) The Western Alpine peak standing between Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore is renowned for its magnificent views, hiking trails, ski resort and local produce. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mottarone-Stresa.d6320463.Attraction) ![Isola Bella Botanical Garden which includes a garden, heritage elements and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076928/073e2c0e-cd56-48a3-9c86-fad08072aa8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isola Bella Botanical Garden 5/5(39 reviews) Spend time at one of the most popular attractions on Lake Maggiore, a centuries-old island garden of great beauty. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Isola-Bella-Botanical-Garden-Stresa.d6076928.Attraction) ![Isola Madre Botanical Garden featuring a lake or waterhole, mountains and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076932/4272ca8c-009d-4f0d-84d9-fcdfd68f56af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isola Madre Botanical Garden 5/5(2 reviews) Experience the grandeur of this island paradise halfway between Baveno and Pallanza, where exotic flowerbeds provide a home for peacocks, parrots and pheasants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Isola-Madre-Botanical-Garden-Stresa.d6076932.Attraction) ![Borromeo Palace and Garden featuring a river or creek, a small town or village and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320471/f969b134-1442-4575-9e69-d6c7dd7a2e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Borromeo Palace and Garden Beautifully landscaped Italianate gardens and a sumptuous Baroque palazzo almost entirely encompass the second largest of the Borromean Islands. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Borromeo-Palace-And-Garden-Stresa.d6320471.Attraction) ![Villa Ducale featuring a garden and wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076992/c48591d2-952b-4ee4-9cc6-d81d3d2746be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Villa-Ducale-Stresa.d6076992.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Villa-Pallavicino-Park-Stresa.d6076994.Attraction) #### Stresa Ferry Terminal 4.5/5(24 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Stresa with a trip to Stresa Ferry Terminal. Wander the picturesque gardens and lakeside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Stresa-Ferry-Terminal-Stresa.d6277760.Attraction) #### Carciano Ferry Terminal Explore the waterfront in Stresa with a trip to Carciano Ferry Terminal. Wander the lakeside and picturesque gardens in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carciano-Ferry-Terminal-Stresa.d6321359.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Stresa ![Belgirate](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4836/e7f27c1e-0f59-4d3a-929f-e71482ae8ee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Belgirate ![Verbania showing mountains, a lake or waterhole and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55450/1a44a6de-502c-44b6-884b-596498a273ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Verbania ![Baveno which includes mountains, a small town or village and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034041/8220f98f-908e-4dd3-96b3-a1af910d0ee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Baveno ![Mottarone featuring landscape views, a coastal town and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320463/d813fdf9-6d96-4cc4-a55d-36808ed087bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Omegna ![San Gregorio Armeno church, Naples Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054537/3eb2e5b4-7e8e-4c67-9f04-edd6f2aec56e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Armeno ![lake maggiore night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048875/6c2e50cc-824c-4a9b-b476-54d5a223d674.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lesa ![Laveno Mombello, Italy - September 18, 2019: Promenade on the shore of Lake Maggiore in Laveno Mombello, province of Varese, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134955/64d961fe-7644-4026-a449-9fbfb05430c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Laveno Mombello ![Lago Maggiore fotografato in tarda serata da Alpino di Gignese (VB), Piemonte, Italia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139896/2c2511f5-583a-4272-b999-35feb95dbeca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gignese ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stresa worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Stresa? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Stresa? ### Is three days enough to stay in Stresa? ### Is Stresa a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Stresa with kids? > - [Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour ](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-day-pass-borromean-islands-hop-on-hop-off-tour.a756755.activity-details) > - [Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-the-3-borromean-islands-free-departure.a48152047.activity-details) > - [Stresa:Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off boat tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stresa-isola-pescatori-and-isola-bella-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a45264054.activity-details) > - [Stresa: Isola Madre & Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off Boat tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stresa-isola-madre-isola-bella-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a45264125.activity-details) > - [Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-isola-bella-lake-maggiore.a47799865.activity-details) ### What to do in Stresa for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Stresa? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - Flights - Packages - Cars - Holiday Homes - Other - [5 Star Hotels in Pallanza ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Pallanza-Hotels.s50-0-d6342180.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Alpinia Botanical Garden ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alpinia-Botanical-Garden-Hotels.0-l6281207-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Alpino Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alpino-Hotels.d553248635975851342.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - 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