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Lugano, Tur Del Parco SwissMiniatur with lunch at the Grotto
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Tasting in the cellar
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Rivera-Ticino: Splash e Spa Tamaro 4-Hour SPA Entry Ticket
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Lugano & Morcote, Lake Lugano, private guided tour, from Lugano
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.
Isola Bella Botanical Garden
Spend time at one of the most popular attractions on Lake Maggiore, a centuries-old island garden of great beauty.
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 when you stop by Old Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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.
Borromeo Palace and Garden
Beautifully landscaped Italianate gardens and a sumptuous Baroque palazzo almost entirely encompass the second largest of the Borromean Islands.
Madonna del Sasso
Board a scenic funicular or embark on a hike to reach this church overlooking the Swiss city of Locarno.
Areas of Lake Maggiore
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.
Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso.
Centro Storico
If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Funivie del Lago Maggiore are top sights worth seeing.
Gattirolo
Gattirolo might not have many top sights, but Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso and Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sasso Moro
While Sasso Moro may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso and Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal.
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.
