Verbania

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Verbania showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and a small town or village
Verbania showing a small town or village, a lake or waterhole and mountains
Verbania featuring a bay or harbor
Verbania featuring mountains, a river or creek and boating
Verbania featuring a sunset, a lake or waterhole and mountains

Vacation in a lakeside town in northern Italy that enthralls with its scenic majesty, beautiful churches and cultural and horticultural treasures.

Gorgeous vistas, sumptuous gardens, ancient buildings and clear blue waters make Verbania a seductive place to relax. This northern Italian town lies on the western shores of Lake Maggiore, an area that is surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps. Tour island gardens, enjoy long lakeside walks and discover the town's artistic heritage in its museums and churches.

Many visitors come to Verbania to be dazzled by its horticultural splendor. See this at Villa Taranto Botanical Garden. Devote several hours to exploring its flower-filled acres, walking among a scenic landscape of terraced gardens, waterfalls and rare botanical treasures. For more delights in nature take a short boat trip out to the lake's Borromean Islands, which are noted for their gardens. These include the Isola Bella Botanical Garden, which covers most of the small island it sits on, and the botanical gardens of Isola Madre.

In addition to its natural charms, Verbania's cultural jewels and historical buildings are not to be missed. Go to the hillside Oratory of San Remigio, which dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries and browse the centuries-old religious frescoes of the Madonna di Campagna Church. Inside the Church of St. Stephen, find a Roman marble tablet from the beginning of the 1st century.

There are more artistic masterpieces on display at the Paesaggio Museum. View frescoes and paintings that are hundreds of years old and include interpretations of Lake Maggiore and its surroundings. The museum also houses Roman artifacts and religious devotional paintings from the 16th century to the 20th century. Continue your cultural journey with a visit to Villa Giulia. This 19th-century former home hosts temporary art exhibitions and concerts and has a beautiful lakeside garden that is now a public park.

To get to Verbania fly into Milan–Malpensa Airport in Milan, approximately 44 miles (70 kilometers) away. This is the closest international airport. Complete your journey by public transportation or rental car to unwind amid the garden delights and cultural riches of this serene lakeside town.

Europalace Hotel

Europalace Hotel

3 out of 5
Viale delle Magnolie 16, Verbania, VB
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Verbania. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions San Leonardo Church and Pallanza Ferry Terminal ...
8/10 Very Good! (210 reviews)
"Europalace exceeded all expectations. We got a corner lake view room and it was absolutely stunning! The hotel room was spacious, clear and you could tell that the bathrooms had recently been renovated. The location is perfect, and walkable to all the necessary areas around. The only difficult thing ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024

Europalace Hotel
Hotel Belvedere San Gottardo by LVG Hotel Collection

Hotel Belvedere San Gottardo by LVG Hotel Collection

4 out of 5
Via delle Magnolie 6, Verbania, VB
The price is ¥14,163 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
¥14,163
¥18,154 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Verbania. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions San Leonardo Church and Pallanza Ferry Terminal ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (253 reviews)
"An absolutely fantastic stay, directly adjacent to the ferry terminal, with excellent views over the lake, and a great breakfast. I like that Verbania is less full of tourists than Stresa, but still has a wonderful waterfront, great restaurants, etc."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Hotel Belvedere San Gottardo by LVG Hotel Collection
Grand Hotel Majestic

Grand Hotel Majestic

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 32, Verbania, VB
The price is ¥45,006 per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
¥45,006
¥50,365 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Verbania. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Villa Rusconi-Clerici and Villa Giulia ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (220 reviews)
"Older property well maintained . Shower in bathtub spilled water all over the bathroom . Poor design"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Grand Hotel Majestic
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Verbania - Luxury Italy Apartments

Verbania - Luxury Italy Apartments

Vicolo Jacchini, 6, Verbania, VB
Stay at this aparthotel in Verbania. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (39 reviews)
No communication, no directions, no parking
"Terrible communication with owner. She claims to speak English, but doesn't answer your question/request because she doesn't understand you. NO PARKING possible at all! You have to walk over a very very long distance with all your suitcases. Parking is a nightmare, because there are not enough parking ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2024

Verbania - Luxury Italy Apartments
Residence Tre Ponti

Residence Tre Ponti

3 out of 5
Via P. Troubetzkoy, 254, Verbania, VB
Stay at this 3-star residence in Verbania. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
"Het was netjes en ruim. Vooral veel loze ruimte. Keuken weg gestipt terwijl er genoeg ruimte was."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2019

Residence Tre Ponti
Residenza Montebello

Residenza Montebello

17 Via Vittorio Veneto, Verbania, VB
Stay at this residence in Verbania. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Villa Rusconi-Clerici and Villa Giulia are ...
Residenza Montebello
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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