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Lugano: 4.5-Hour Monte Bré Visit w/ Funicular Ride
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What to do in Lake Maggiore
Popular places to visit

Piazza Grande
Home to one of Europe’s most picturesque outdoor cinemas, this town square is the cultural hub of Locarno.

Isola Bella
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Isola Bella during your travels in Stresa. Wander the picturesque gardens and lakeside in the area.

Cannobio Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Cannobio with a trip to Cannobio Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Villa Taranto Botanical Garden
Experience a fascinating and exciting glimpse into the natural world at this oasis of lawns, gardens, flowers and ornamental features.

Isola Bella Botanical Garden
Spend time at one of the most popular attractions on Lake Maggiore, a centuries-old island garden of great beauty.

Old Town
You can find out about the history of Locarno when you stop by Old Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso
Find out about the history of Leggiuno when you spend time at Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso. Wander through the lakeside and picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.

Madonna del Sasso
Board a scenic funicular or embark on a hike to reach this church overlooking the Swiss city of Locarno.

Villa Giulia
Take your seat for a concert performance, peruse art exhibits and amble through a lakeside park at one of Verbania's cultural gems.
Areas of Lake Maggiore

Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso.
Porto Ronco
Porto Ronco is well liked for its mountain views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ronco sopra Ascona area, you might plan a trip to Brissago Islands or Monte Verità.

Profarè
While there might not be top attractions in Profarè, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal and Funivie del Lago Maggiore.

Sasso Moro
While Sasso Moro may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arolo Beach and Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso.

Gattirolo
Gattirolo might not have many top sights, but Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso and Laveno Mombello Ferry Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Quassa
While Quassa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pista Ciclopedonale del lago di Comabbio and Porto Valtravaglia Ferry Terminal.