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Lugano: 3-Hour Monte San Salvatore Tour with Funicular Ride
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Transfer INTERLAKEN from Lake Como or Milan
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Italian Cooking Private Class on Lake Maggiore
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Rivera-Ticino: Splash e Spa Tamaro 4-Hour SPA Entry Ticket
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Cannero Riviera: Sunset Sailing Lago Maggiore
What to do in Lake Maggiore
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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.

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.

Villa Taranto Botanical Garden
Experience a fascinating and exciting glimpse into the natural world at this oasis of lawns, gardens, flowers and ornamental features.

Old Town
You can find out about the history of Locarno with a trip to Old Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Isola Bella Botanical Garden
Spend time at one of the most popular attractions on Lake Maggiore, a centuries-old island garden of great beauty.

Madonna del Sasso
Board a scenic funicular or embark on a hike to reach this church overlooking the Swiss city of Locarno.

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.

Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso
Find out about the history of Leggiuno when you spend time at Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso. Wander the lakeside and picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in 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
Though Cerro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso.
Centro Storico
While visiting Centro Storico, you might make a stop by sights like Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Funivie del Lago Maggiore.

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 Funivie del Lago Maggiore.

Sasso Moro
While there might not be top attractions in Sasso Moro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arolo Beach and Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso.

Gattirolo
Though Gattirolo might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso and Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal.
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