Stresa to Isola Bella Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Ticket
Lake Maggiore, Italy
- 1 to 6 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the ‘Beautiful Island’ of Isola Bella at your leisure with a hop-on hop-off ferry ticket departing from Stresa. Glide across Lake Maggiore to this most renowned of the Borromean Islands, where you can visit the Palace Museum and Gardens, grab a bite to eat or simply stroll around the palazzos and villas that decorate the port. Ferries run every 30 minutes, so you can customize your day.
- Hop-on hop-off ferry service from Stresa to Isola Bella
- Cruise across Lake Maggiore to the gem of the Borromean Islands
- Explore the picturesque island at your leisure
- Visit the stunning Palace Museum and Gardens (optional)
- Create your own itinerary, with ferry service running every 30 minutes
- Lake Maggiore cruise also available
What's Included
- Non-scheduled public service: shared transfer to Isola Bella
- Multilingua Captains
- Hop-on hop-off boat ticket
- Isola Bella Palace and Garden Entrance Ticket (euro 20,00 each person)
- Food and drinks
- Landing tax (euro 0,50)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Navigazione Isole Borromee Lago Maggiore S.N.C.Piazza Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy
Il punto di incontro sarà presso la biglietteria del servizio pubblico non di linea
End point
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Itinerary
This boat service between Stresa and the Isola Bella departs every 30 minutes, making it easy to fit it into your schedule and explore the “Beautiful Island” of the Borromean islets at your own pace.
Board at the ferry landing in Stresa and relax aboard the modern vessel. Catch unobstructed views of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands from your ferry as you make the short journey to Isola Bella.
Hop-off the boat on arrival and visit the Palace Museum and Gardens, grab a bite to eat, or stroll around the palazzos and villas at your leisure—you even have enough time to walk to the fishing village on the other side of the island.
The boats continue to the other two islets comprising the Borromeans—leave the boat at any of the islands and hop back on when you want to return to Stresa.
Board at the ferry landing in Stresa and relax aboard the modern vessel. Catch unobstructed views of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands from your ferry as you make the short journey to Isola Bella.
Hop-off the boat on arrival and visit the Palace Museum and Gardens, grab a bite to eat, or stroll around the palazzos and villas at your leisure—you even have enough time to walk to the fishing village on the other side of the island.
The boats continue to the other two islets comprising the Borromeans—leave the boat at any of the islands and hop back on when you want to return to Stresa.
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Isola Bella
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and weather conditions
- Palace museum and botanical garden on the islands are opened from March 19, 2022 to November 1 , 2022
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
3.3
based on 24 reviews
Lynne B, Sep 2017
The service was good, but limited time on islands would use other ferry services which were more frequent and offered more options, it was not really hop on hop off as we had to get to all 3 islands in a set time as last pick up was 13:50 which meant we rushed.
Cathy F, Jul 2017
I have read a few reviews saying that the ferries are chaotic, but I found them very easy to navigate once you had found the right boat to accept your particular ticket. They come at the same time every hour, so you can spend as long as you like on each one. The islands are stunningly beautiful, and have lots to explore. Although I travelled on a Sunday and it was busy, there are parts of each island where the crowds can be escaped. Definitely a great trip.
WhonYoung_C, Apr 2017
it's not easy to find your boat with no signs whatsoever. You had to ask around, not to mention that you also need to exchange your voucher with boat driver! Other than this, islands are great places to visit.
ANNA S, Jul 2016
Very well organized service.Boat is small and comfortable.the island is beautiful.Worth to go!
Sebastian_M, Aug 2022
Überteuerte Museen + Gärten. Die Bootsfahrt an sich war ok. Aber 18€ Eintritt für einen Garten und ansonsten 0 Attraktionen bei z.b isola madre, sind ein Witz!
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Musei e giardini non sono ovviamente inclusi come indicato!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
AnnaMarie_S, Sep 2020
Die Buchung ging online ganz einfach, die Adresse war auch angegeben, ein Parkplatz ist direkt bei der Fähre und die Bootsfahrten waren super. Wir hatten nichts zu meckern.
Sophie J, Apr 2017
Plus d'une heure et demie d'attente avant d'avoir la navette Interlaghi pour nous déposer sur Isola Bella alors qu'en fait il y avait beaucoup d'autres compagnies sur place! De plus, ce n'est pas un circuit à arrêt multiples mais juste un aller retour et l'île se visite en un quart d'heure si on ne visite pas le palais. Décevant!
michel c, Aug 2016
les iles sont exceptionnelles et le temps était au rv. Le guide du programme était juste le capitaine de chaque bateau. Ponctualité à 15 min près mais pas grave. 1er embarquement un peu difficile à trouver.
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