Top Lake Maggiore Arts & Design

Step into a world where Italian luxury meets the magic of the water. Experience Lake Maggiore's ultimate golden hour aboard Aurum, a premier boutique boat designed for travelers seeking pure elegance, comfort, and authenticity. As the sun dips below the horizon, you will glide across the crystal-clear waters of the Borromean Gulf while relaxing on custom Herno designer seating and cushions—a unique luxury collaboration found nowhere else on the lake. Sip a complimentary glass of fine Italian sparkling wine, breathe in the alpine breeze, and marvel at illuminated historic villas and island palaces on this exclusive, private 1-hour escape.

The Borromean Islands are one of the highlights of Lake Maggiore, but the logistics of visiting all three in one day can be complicated. On this private tour, visit Isola Bella, Isola Madre, and Isola dei Pescatori with a boat and guide to admire their historic villas, lush gardens, and charming lanes. Stop for lunch (at your own expense) on Fisherman's Island before the boat trip back to Stresa.

Experience the best of Lake Maggiore’s culture and cuisine in a single day with this private tour that pairs visits to Stresa and Isola Bella with a wine tasting. Meet your guide for a stroll through Stresa’s old town before a private water taxi ride to Isola Bella to marvel at its villa and gardens. End with a stop at a local wine shop for a tasting paired with local specialties.

Arona, a beautiful town laying on the South-Western coast of lake Maggiore, gave birth in the 16th century to the future saint and bishop of Milan Carlo Borromeo. After a few decades from his death, a huge bronze statue dedicated to the memory of the revered citizen was built close to Arona and acted as an inspiration and a technical instruction for Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, the designer of the Statue of Liberty in New York. This exclusive tour will lead you from the charming centre of Arona to the hill where you will be able to visit the statue and enjoy a view of the lake, definitely from its "point of view". Later on, you will be guided to a local seasoning cellar, where a full tasting of wine and local, delicious varieties of cheese will be served. A day between amazing art and taste.