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Lake Maggiore
Lake Maggiore: Isola Bella Ticket & Boat Tour
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Overview
Lake Maggiore: Discover Isola Bella (Ticket) & Pescatori by Boat. See the beautiful islands of Lake Maggiore on this boat tour! Starting from Stresa, this trip takes you to Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen's Island) and Isola Bella.
What to expect: ride a hop-on hop-off taxi boat, giving one the freedom to explore at one's own pace. The tour includes a ticket to Isola Bella, where visitors can see the famous Palazzo Borromeo and its gardens. Isola dei Pescatori is a charming fishing village with great restaurants.
This boat tour includes on-board commentary and landing fees for Isola dei Pescatori, plus the Isola Bella entrance fee. It does not include gratuities or a licensed tour guide. Please note that land taxes must be paid in cash on site. 
Highlights
Explore Two Islands: See Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori on one tour.
Hop-On Hop-Off Fun: Travel at your own pace with a taxi boat.
Isola Bella Ticket Included: Entry to Isola Bella's palace and gardens is covered.
See a Fishing Village: Visit the charming Isola dei Pescatori.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the flexibility and beautiful scenery, especially Isola Bella. The need to pay land taxes in cash and lack of guided tour were minor drawbacks.
Many customers loved the flexibility of the hop-on-hop-off boat.
Visitors enjoyed the beautiful views of Lake Maggiore.
The trip to Isola Bella was a highlight for many, especially the gardens.
The chance to explore two islands in one trip was well-received.
Some visitors found the land tax payment in cash inconvenient.
A few wished there was a guided tour included.
The Journey
Isola Bella, Lake Maggiore
Isola Bella, a jewel of Lake Maggiore, is a Baroque masterpiece transformed by the Borromeo family in the 17th century. Explore the opulent Borromeo Palace, adorned with lavish frescoes and antique furnishings, and wander through its breathtaking ten-tiered Italian gardens. Marvel at the statues, fountains, and rare flora, while graceful white peacocks roam freely. This island paradise offers stunning lake views and a sensory feast of art, history, and nature, easily accessible by boat. A visit here is a step into a world of aristocratic splendor and horticultural artistry.
Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen's Island)
Isola dei Pescatori, or Fishermen’s Island, offers an authentic glimpse into Lake Maggiore's past. Unlike its more lavish neighbors, this charming island retains its historic fishing village atmosphere, with narrow cobbled streets and quaint houses. It's the only Borromean Island permanently inhabited, allowing you to experience its living heritage. Stroll through the picturesque lanes, browse local craft shops, and savor fresh lake fish at family-run restaurants with stunning lakeside views. Don't miss the 11th-century church of San Vittore. Isola dei Pescatori provides a tranquil escape and a taste of traditional Italian life.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes public transportation via hop-on hop-off boat, on-board commentary, landing on Isola dei Pescatori, and the entrance fee to Isola Bella. Gratuities and a licensed tour guide are not included. Remember to bring cash for land taxes, which are to be paid on site.
Hot Tip
Bring a hat and sunscreen, especially during the summer months, as there is limited shade on the boats and islands. Also, allow plenty of time to explore Isola Bella's gardens; they are larger than they appear!
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