Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Stresa October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Stresa](https://expedia.ca/Stresa-Hotels.d4874.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Stresa Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Stresa.d4874.Car-Rental-Guide)[Stresa Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Stresa.d4874.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Stresa ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Stresa Types of activities [Stresa travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Stresa.dx4874) ![Stresa which includes a small town or village, a sunset and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256875-Stresa-Lake-Maggiore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Borromeo Palace and Garden showing a small town or village, a river or creek and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256863-Stresa-Lake-Maggiore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stresa which includes a river or creek and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256872-Stresa-Lake-Maggiore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stresa showing a garden and wild flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256881-Stresa-Lake-Maggiore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Funivia Stresa-Alpino-Mottarone showing tranquil scenes and rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256866-Stresa-Lake-Maggiore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Stresa Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Stresa has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, 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 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. #### Activities and Tours Stresa is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore 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 experience 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, 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. #### Stresa Attractions Expedia 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 to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Stresa. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Stresa attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ## Recommended things to do in Stresa | Number of things to do | 30 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Orta San Giulio: Motorboat Transfer to Isola San Giulio](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/orta-san-giulio-motorboat-transfer-to-isola-san-giulio.a45893755.activity-details): CA $9 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-the-3-borromean-islands-free-departure.a48152047.activity-details) - [Orta San Giulio: Motorboat Transfer to Isola San Giulio](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/orta-san-giulio-motorboat-transfer-to-isola-san-giulio.a45893755.activity-details) - [Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-isola-bella-lake-maggiore.a47799865.activity-details) - [From Stresa: Isola Pescatori Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-stresa-isola-pescatori-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a48066861.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/pizza-course-and-tasting-on-lake-maggiore.a46383650.activity-details) - [Lake Orta: 1-Hour Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-orta-1-hour-boat-tour.a45905959.activity-details) - [Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/italian-cooking-private-class-on-lake-maggiore.a46410979.activity-details) - [Private romantic sunset cruise on Lake Orta sipping wine on board](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-private-romantic-sunset-cruise-on-lake-orta-sipping-wine-on-board.a49835210.activity-details) - [Lake Maggiore Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-maggiore-boat-tour.a50266675.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-the-3-borromean-islands-free-departure.a48152047.activity-details) - [Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-isola-bella-lake-maggiore.a47799865.activity-details) - [From Stresa: Isola Pescatori Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-stresa-isola-pescatori-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a48066861.activity-details) - [Baveno: Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour to 3 Borromean Islands](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/baveno-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour-to-3-borromean-islands.a48342105.activity-details) | ## What to do in Stresa * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Stresa ![Borromeo Palace and Garden which includes art, interior views and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257082-Borromeo-Palace-And-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Isola-Bella-Stresa.d553248635157711321.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mottarone showing landscape views, snow and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256870-Stresa-Lake-Maggiore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Mottarone-Stresa.d6320463.Vacation-Attraction) ![Isola Bella Botanical Garden which includes wild flowers, heritage elements and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257020-Isola-Bella-Botanical-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isola Bella Botanical Garden Spend time at one of the most popular attractions on Lake Maggiore, a centuries-old island garden of great beauty. [](https://expedia.ca/Isola-Bella-Botanical-Garden-Stresa.d6076928.Vacation-Attraction) ![Isola Madre Botanical Garden showing mountains, a small town or village and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/257000/257025-Isola-Madre-Botanical-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Isola-Madre-Botanical-Garden-Stresa.d6076932.Vacation-Attraction) ![Villa Ducale featuring a park and wild flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256794-Lake-Maggiore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Villa Ducale Find out about the history of Stresa with a stop at Villa Ducale. Wander the picturesque gardens and lakeside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Villa-Ducale-Stresa.d6076992.Vacation-Attraction) ![Borromeo Palace and Garden showing a small town or village, a river or creek and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256863-Stresa-Lake-Maggiore.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.ca/Borromeo-Palace-And-Garden-Stresa.d6320471.Vacation-Attraction) #### Stresa Ferry Terminal Explore the waterfront in Stresa with a trip to Stresa Ferry Terminal. Wander the picturesque gardens and lakeside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Stresa-Ferry-Terminal-Stresa.d6277760.Vacation-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.ca/Villa-Pallavicino-Park-Stresa.d6076994.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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 the picturesque gardens and lakeside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sapori-DItalia-Stresa.d553248621562148214.Vacation-Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/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 ![Verbania which includes mountains, a small town or village and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256783-Lombardy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Verbania [](https://expedia.ca/Verbania.dx55450) ![Baveno which includes a small town or village, mountains and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256839-Lake-Maggiore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Baveno [](https://expedia.ca/Baveno.dx6034041) ![Laveno Mombello](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/250b82ba0cfc839a56862dfd162d010b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Laveno Mombello [](https://expedia.ca/Laveno-Mombello.dx6134955) ![Isola dei Pescatori featuring a lake or waterhole, mountains and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256958-Isola-Dei-Pescatori.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Isola dei Pescatori [](https://expedia.ca/Isola-Dei-Pescatori.dx6320267) ## 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. > > > > - [Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-the-3-borromean-islands-free-departure.a48152047.activity-details) > - [Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/stresa-boat-tour-of-isola-bella-lake-maggiore.a47799865.activity-details) > - [From Stresa: Isola Pescatori Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-stresa-isola-pescatori-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour.a48066861.activity-details) > - [Baveno: Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour to 3 Borromean Islands](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/baveno-hop-on-hop-off-boat-tour-to-3-borromean-islands.a48342105.activity-details) ### 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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