Borromean Islands Boat Trip from Stresa - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Borromean Islands Boat Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 16.81 USD
Rating: 7.9 (543 reviews)

The boat was easy to find (there were plenty of staff at the pier who could direct you), the service was fast and accura...

Fabrizio Foresio

Discover the beauty of Lake Maggiore as you ride on the fantastic tourist boat to the Borromean Islands. You can get on and off as many times as you want!

Details

Duration

1 day.

Included

1–day ticket for the tourist boat
English–speaking crew

Not included

Tickets
Mooring taxes on each island: 0.5EUR per person

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Piazza Guglielmo Marconi square, Stresa

Reviews of our customers

7.9

Very good 8,627 Travelers·543 reviews

June 9, 2026
Fabrizio Foresio
Italy
The boat was easy to find (there were plenty of staff at the pier who could direct you), the service was fast and accurate, and the trip between islan...
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September 17, 2026
Jean Luc Munini
Bedarrides, France
Interesting activity
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August 26, 2026
Audrey
Lantosque, France
The activity was great; I just didn't understand at first where the ticket office was to buy the boat tickets. Once I've done that, I'd recommend arri...
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May 26, 2026
Antonella Barili
Bergamo, Italy
Fast and punctual
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May 25, 2026
Luigia
Milano, Italy
Very positive. Punctual and kind.
With friends
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May 19, 2026
Fabio
Torino, Italy
The boat service was excellent. It took a while to find the place to exchange tickets; the directions weren't very clear, but it wasn't a big deal.
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April 27, 2026
Miguel
Spain
Everything was fine, normal transport between the islands, you can buy on site without needing to book in advance.
Traveling solo
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April 9, 2026
Francesca
Italy
Punctual service and friendly staff. It's important to point out in the activity description that you must convert your reservation into a physical ti...
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June 26, 2023
Anonimo
Italy
Good organization … boats come every 30 minutes and take you to the next island. The order is as follows: Isola Madre, Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella...
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March 21, 2023
Paolo Liccardo
Bergamo, Italy
The tourist boat transfers were characterized by punctuality and the kindness of the staff. It would be preferable to improve the identification of ...
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Discover the beauty of Lake Maggiore as you ride on the fantastic tourist boat to the Borromean Islands. You can get on and off as many times as you want!

Description

No trip to Stresa would be complete without taking this brilliant boat trip to the Borromean Islands, one of the most beautiful parts of Italy's Piedmont region.

This pass gives you unlimited access to the boat for 1 full day. The ferry calls at the three main islands, Isola Madre (Mother Island), Isola Bella (Beautiful Island), and Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen's Island); all of which have their individual charms and characteristics. You can see spectacular locations such as a huge open-air botanical garden, the Borromeo Palace, and the Bella Island Palace - the choice is yours!

The order of the boat ride departing from Stresa is as follows: the first stop is on Isola Madre, the second on Isola dei Pescatori, and the third on Isola Bella. It then returns to Stresa and starts the tour again. If from Isola dei Pescatori you want to go to Isola Madre, you'll have to return to Stresa and, without getting off, wait for the boat to sail back to Isola Madre.

Times & frequency

The tourist boat sails from March to November every day approximately every 30 minutes from 9:30 am to 6 pm.

Please note:

If you want to visit all three islands, the last departure will be at 1:45 pm.
The final departure to visit Isola Madre (the first stop of the trip) is at 2:50 pm.
The palaces and gardens of Isola Bella and Isola Madre (entrance fee not included) are open from March 15 to November 5.
Remember that the timetables are flexible and are subject to change.

How it works

With this pass, you'll have access to the boat that sails from Stresa to the Borromean Islands for a whole day. You'll be able to get on and off as many times as you want during the established schedule. Please note that, although you can get on and off the boat at all stops, the first boarding must be at the time you chose upon booking.

Partial closures

As of November 2, the museums and gardens of Isla Bella and Isla Madre will be closed.

Types of activities in Stresa

Boat tours

Discover the beauty of Lake Maggiore as you ride on the fantastic tourist boat to the Borromean Islands. You can get on and off as many times as you want!

Description

No trip to Stresa would be complete without taking this brilliant boat trip to the Borromean Islands, one of the most beautiful parts of Italy's Piedmont region.

Times & frequency

The tourist boat sails from March to November every day approximately every 30 minutes from 9:30 am to 6 pm.

Please note:

If you want to visit all three islands, the last departure will be at 1:45 pm.
The final departure to visit Isola Madre (the first stop of the trip) is at 2:50 pm.
The palaces and gardens of Isola Bella and Isola Madre (entrance fee not included) are open from March 15 to November 5.
Remember that the timetables are flexible and are subject to change.

How it works

Partial closures

As of November 2, the museums and gardens of Isla Bella and Isla Madre will be closed.

Borromean Islands Boat Trip