Borromean Islands

Archipelago · Verbano-Cusio-Ossola

Borromean Islands

Archipelago · Verbano-Cusio-Ossola

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28838 Stresa, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Italy

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Nestled in Lake Maggiore, the enchanting Borromean Islands are a picturesque escape, famed for their stunning palaces and lush gardens.  

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"A group of islands in Lake Maggiore known for outstanding palaces and gardens, owned by the Borromeo family." - Elizabeth Heath Elizabeth Heath Elizabeth Heath is a writer and editor living on a hill in Umbria, from where she writes about travel in Italy, the rest of Europe, and farther afield. Travel + Leisure Editorial Gui

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Amelia Dysert

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Beautiful small island town. We were there around 1400 and everything was shut down, except for a hotel coffee shop which was delightful but make sure you are there at the correct time or you will be out of luck for food. The surroundings are gorgeous though !

Bruna Fernandes

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We visited two of the islands: Pescatori and Isola Bella. We thought that it was too much to do 3 islands on a day and for sure this was the best choice since traveling with a kid. The boat trip to the islands is beautiful, at Pescatori we had lunch with a great view and Isola Bella is all about the beautiful palace and its gardens. The ticket costs 20 euro per adult, we thought it was worth it cause you get to see the inside of the palace and the gardens which on top have amazing views. Also the windows from the palace have beautiful views and it is stunningly decorated. Definitely a beautiful place to visit in Italy and shouldn't be missed if you are in the area.

Isa Maz

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Isola Bella is worth visiting! Definitely go to the palace and visit the Gardens . Id spend here most of the time. Isola dei pescatori has only shops and restaurants, but very cute. On the Isola Madre you cannot do anything if you don't buy a ticket to enter the house/Gardens and they don't tell you in advance. So either don't go or buy a combined ticket when you to to Isola bella.

Samy Guerra

Google
The pricing structure for visiting the islands is unclear and unsatisfactory. Initially, it costs 15 CHF for access to all three islands by boat. However, if you want to explore the islands further, there are additional charges: 19 CHF for one island and 22 CHF for another (or 34 CHF for both). This lack of transparency feels misleading and is not worth the cost. Tourists often feel taken advantage of due to these hidden fees. I do not recommend this experience.

Marina Šango

Google
One of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. Definitely a must - visit place.

Giuseppe Baldassarri

Google
Explore Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands by boat from Stresa. Admire the beautiful scenery of the lake and visit the superb panoramas of the islands.

Keith bates

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We stayed at the Regina Palace Hotel in stresa it was brilliant

Yofrank klein

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Can’t say enough about the views and the grounds