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Things to do in Lake Maggiore

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Top 25 things to do in Lake Maggiore

  1. Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Lake Maggiore, Lake Maggiore01

    1. Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Lake Maggiore

    5 hoursFrom₹14,771/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

  2. Isola Bella Fishermen's Island Private Tour with Guide Micaela, Lake Maggiore02

    2. Isola Bella Fishermen's Island Private Tour with Guide Micaela

    5.0· 14 reviews3 hoursFrom₹30,820/ person
    Free cancellation

    Hello, I'm Micaela Lucini, an expert local guide. Please get in touch with me if the tour is not bookable online. This is one of my tours to discover isola Bella and Pescatori with a private guide. Do not hesitate to get in touch with me should you wish a customized tour. Make the most of your time at Lake Maggiore with this 3-hour private tour by private taxi boat. Visit Isola Bella - 'Beautiful Island' - and the name does not lie -- with your own private certified guide and go to Isola dei Pescatori, Fishermen's Island, and stroll around the old fishermen's village, learning about the history and culture of the area from your local guide. This tour starts in Stresa but please get in touch if you would like to arrange for a different start point and I will see if it is possible!

  3. Dining Experience at a local's Home in Stresa with Show Cooking, Lake Maggiore03

    3. Dining Experience at a local's Home in Stresa with Show Cooking

    5.0· 13 reviews2.5 hoursFrom₹11,930/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmationLikely to sell out

    Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Stresa treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

  4. Malpensa Lake Orta Private Taxi Transfer with David, Lake Maggiore04

    4. Malpensa Lake Orta Private Taxi Transfer with David

    5.0· 12 reviews1 hoursFrom₹23,103/ person
    Free cancellation

    Take a reliable private taxi transfer between Milan Malpensa Airport and Orta San Giulio on Lake Orta. A private English-speaking driver in a comfortable Mercedes vehicle will drive you to your destination. Transportation can take up to 8 people and luggage.

  5. Micaela's exclusive private sunset cruise on lake Maggiore, Lake Maggiore05

    5. Micaela's exclusive private sunset cruise on lake Maggiore

    5.0· 10 reviews1 hoursFrom₹39,868/ person
    Free cancellation

    Feel like a Vip and enjoy a private cruise on lake Maggiore before sunset! This is a beautiful and relaxing way to discover lake Maggiore's beauties accompanied by an experienced tour guide. Admire lake Maggiore's coastline dotted with old towns, lovely gardens and historical villas; the Italian Alps that surround the lake, the islands in the Borromean gulf. You will be accompanied a knowledgeable local guide - fluent in English - who will be happy to answer your questions, tell you interesting stories, point out the most picturesque sites abd by an expert captain in a comfortable private boat. The cruise takes place in the late afternoon, before sunset, when the colours of lake Maggiore are at their best. So whether you are a couple, a family with children, a small group of friends or a larger party, this can really be a very special moment during your stay or trip to lake Maggiore.

  6. Private Tour to Bellagio on Lake Como from Stresa, Lake Maggiore06

    6. Private Tour to Bellagio on Lake Como from Stresa

    5.0· 9 reviews8 hoursFrom₹82,033/ person
    Free cancellation

    Dear customers, this online tour is an itinerary idea. Please get in touch with David's BlueTaxi should you wish a custom lake Como tour with other timings, more passengers, differents stops on lake Como or pick up locations. Also if you just need a private transfer. This is a day trip to the town of Bellagio that you will explore on your own from Stresa, Baveno or lake Orta. Just choose a day and book a private driver for your tour to Bellagio on lake Como!

  7. Slow boat tour for small groups with appetizer on Lake Maggiore, Lake Maggiore07

    7. Slow boat tour for small groups with appetizer on Lake Maggiore

    5.0· 7 reviews3 hoursFrom₹10,226/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Cool, slow and delicious appetize on Lake Maggiore with fantastic and unique panorama for small groups

  8. Food and Wine Tasting in the Ossola Valley, Lake Maggiore08

    8. Food and Wine Tasting in the Ossola Valley

    5.0· 6 reviews2 hoursFrom₹4,431/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Through our path you can discover the wines of the territory and learn to refine your senses like all the best sommeliers!

  9. Half day tour: Isola Bella and Fishermen's Island with a tour guide, Lake Maggiore09

    9. Half day tour: Isola Bella and Fishermen's Island with a tour guide

    5.0· 3 reviewsFrom₹34,086/ person
    Free cancellationLikely to sell out

    Visiting lake Maggiore and the famous islands: isola Bella and Fishermen's Island with a tour guide. Admiring the scenery of the lake and the beautiful gardens. Wandering around the narrow streets of the Fisherman's Island.

  10. Ebike Tour Stresa with fantastic views and local aperitif, Lake Maggiore10

    10. Ebike Tour Stresa with fantastic views and local aperitif

    5.0· 2 reviewsFrom₹14,202/ person
    Free cancellation

    Discover the beautiful landscapes around Stresa with guided e-bike tours. Ride through lush forests and charming villages, admiring postcard views of Lake Maggiore and the picturesque Borromean Islands. Enjoy pleasant excursions suitable for all levels, from beginners to nature lovers, with stops at local farmhouses to taste regional specialties such as cheeses, cold cuts and wines. Whether you prefer a half-day adventure or a full-day excursion, tours offer a unique mix of culture, gastronomy and stunning scenery. - Guided e-bike tours from Stresa, suitable for all levels - Explore the beautiful Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands - Tasting of cheeses, cold cuts and local wines - Flexible tour options : half-day or full-day experiences available

  11. Italian Wine and Food Tasting in Stresa Lake Maggiore, Lake Maggiore11

    11. Italian Wine and Food Tasting in Stresa Lake Maggiore

    5.0· 1 reviews1 hoursFrom₹5,113/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Discover rich flavors on a wine and food tasting in Stresa, two minutes walking from Lake Maggiore. Enjoy four wines, a regional digestif and a selection of traditional Italian foods in a cozy wine shop.

  12. Stresa, Lake Maggiore to Malpensa Airport Milan (MXP)-Departure Private Transfer, Lake Maggiore12

    12. Stresa, Lake Maggiore to Malpensa Airport Milan (MXP)-Departure Private Transfer

    5.0· 1 reviews1 hoursFrom₹19,656/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Book your Departure Private Transfer from Stresa, Lake Maggiore to Malpensa Airport Milan (MXP) from any hotel or address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. We will contact you immediately after your booking to confirm it and will request any missed details of your trip if any. One day before the trip, you will receive the phone number of your driver for your convenience. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • No Hidden Charges • Door-to-door Service • We track your Flight

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The activities ranked above are sorted by traveller rating and review count — start with the top 3 if you're short on time. Lake Maggiore is strongest on heritage walks, food tours and outdoor day trips; the listicle covers all three categories. Most experiences are 3–6 hours and can be combined with a morning visit to a landmark.

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