Location: Stresa
Top Things to do in Stresa
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Stresa, Piedmont
Stresa is a town and comune of about 5,000 residents on the shores of Lake Maggiore in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola in the Piedmont region of northern Italy, about 90 kilometres (56 mi) northwest of Milan. Since the early 20th century, the main source of income has been tourism. It is situated on road and rail routes to the Simplon Pass.
Restaurants in Stresa
1. Mottarone
2. Alpyland Mottarone
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4.5 based on 896 reviews
Alpyland is located at the peak of Mottarone and consists of a 1.200 meters long rail track, which boasts a 360 ° view of Alps, the surrounding lands and seven lakes. Similar to a roller coaster, the run develops with curves, bumps, changes of slope and a height difference of 100 meters. The two-seat bobsleighs are equipped with a manual braking system which the passenger can use to adjust the speed to his liking and a selective braking system that slows down all bobs at the end of the descent. Open both in summer and winter, Alpyland is fun for everyone, at any age!
Reviewed By lisahT2125RN - Swansea County, United Kingdom
We were a group of 8, aged 9 to 50 and we all loved it. The views are breathtaking, we all had the urge to belt out a bit of julie Andrew's the hills are alive;) The alpine slide is brilliant fun, definitely have at least 2 Go's each.We used a groupon 40% off voucher so great value for money, and a fantastic day out. Recommend a 100% for a afternoon out.
3. Palazzo Borromeo
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4.5 based on 2,890 reviews
In 1670 Count Vitaliano Borromeo decided to turn a rock awash in the middle of the lake into a “place of delights”. It took four centuries to complete this magnificent work that includes Palazzo Borromeo and its scenic gardens. The tour of the house is fascinating: the Throne and Queens rooms, the Napoleon's Room, the Gallery of General Berthier displaying a collection of 130 paintings. On a lower floor, six grottoes covered with pebbles, tufa rock, stucco and marble were designed to afford cool relief from summer heat. World famous, its baroque garden, with the Teatro Massimo at the centre, consists of ten terraces in the shape of a truncated pyramid. Visitors marvel at the sight of the monumental unicorn, the obelisks, the statues, the two towers and other architectural elements, as well as the mighty trees, like the camphor and citrus trees, and the collections of roses, rhododendrons and camellias.
Reviewed By BestPlaces2015 - Madrid, Spain
We went at the end of august in the late afternoon. The boat trip is less than 10 minutes and already from the water, you can enjoy the beauty of the Isola Bella ( The Beautiful Island). The entry is €17 per person and you have to go through the Palazzo first before getting into the Garden. Isola Bella’s palazzo is like a baroque chest of wonders floating on the water. You will walk through beautifully furnished halls that afford incredible views of the lake and witness many renowned artists’ exclusive paintings, precious furniture, marbles, neo-classical stuccos, shining armors and Flemish tapestries made of silk and gold. The Italian garden with a baroque taste spreads on parterres and terraces placed at different heights and sprinkled with statues, obelisks, ageless stone stairs and balustrades. This results in an impressive view, displaying the power and magnificence of the noble house. Take your time and enjoy being sound rounded by the incredible beauty of Isola bella
4. Villa Ducale
5. Lungolago Stresa
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4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By BernardBertram - London, United Kingdom
We walked from Baveno to Stressa & it was stunning. Beautiful manicured gardens all along the lakeside & nice little places to have a coffee or a drink or two. Magnificent views of the Lake & the beautiful old Hotels that line it.
6. Vetta di Mottarone
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4.5 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By AP4948 - Maidstone, United Kingdom
We visited the summit at Mottarone en route from Stresa to Orta . The views during the drive up were fabulous but these were surpassed easily by those from the top. 360 degree views of all the lakes and other mountains .There were also a decent selection of cafes and restaurants available Well worth a visit even outside the winter ski season . If your brave enough there’s also the Alpyland Toboggan ride - a rollercoaster hanging off the side of the mountain !
7. Chiesa Santi Ambrogio e Theodolo
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4.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Troutp20 - Croydon, United Kingdom
Of the boat into church look round art work fantastic, then hit the square in STRESA bottle wine paste fantastic
8. Chiesa del SS. Crocifisso
9. Piccolo Cimitero
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4.0 based on 15 reviews
10. Chiesa di San Vittore
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4.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By BernardBertram - London, United Kingdom
We stayed just a few buildings down from this lovely old church. It was closed most of the time due to Covid but was open on Sunday so we had a look in. Beautiful
