About
A group of five islands in Lake Maggiore, three of which are open to visitors.
Why go
- Often called the crown jewels of northern italy
- Genuinely unforgettable
- Feels like a hidden gem in north italy
Must try
- Visit the palace and gardens on isola bella
- Explore the exotic gardens on isola madre
- Eat at a waterfront restaurant on isola dei pescatori
- See the ornate gardens and white peacocks
- Visit the palazzo borromeo
Pro tips
- Take a day trip from stresa
- Ferries run regularly from stresa
- Buy tickets for gardens on islands
- Consider a combined ticket for multiple islands
- Take a boat tour of the islands
Good to know
- Don't rush the islands, give at least half a day
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Rating
4.5 / 5 (297 reviews)