What to do in Arona
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Visit Isole: Tour Hop-on Hop-off Isola Bella e Pescatori
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour
9.4 out of 10 with 9 reviews
9.4/10
9 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: Alpyland Alpine Coaster Ride on Mount Mottarone
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
9.6/10
4 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: 1-Day Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h+
7.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
7.6/10
5 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Baveno: cooking lesson in a typical Italian osteria
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tasting in the cellar
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: Isola Bella Boat Tour
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
8/10
2 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Italian Wine and Food Tasting in Stresa, Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
10/10
7 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Maggiore: Arona & Stresa, Cooking Lesson with Dinner and Music
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Maggiore: cheese workshop with tasting of local specialities
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
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Stresa: Private Sunset Walking Tour with Aperitif
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Lake Orta: Canadian Canoe Tour, Waterfall, and Picnic
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Maggiore: Stresa and Isola Madre Private Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
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Lake Maggiore Daytrip from Milan - Private
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Lake Maggiore: Romantic couple photoshooting on the islands.
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
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per traveller*
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Private romantic sunset cruise on Lake Orta sipping wine on board
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
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per adult*
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A private tour around Lake Orta and its mounts from Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
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per adult*
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Riva boat One Hour tour Borromean Islands
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
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per traveller*
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Lake Maggiore: Stresa and Isola dei Pescatori Private Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
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per traveller*
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Orta San Guilio: Tour of village, Sacro Monte, and Lake
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
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per traveller*
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Water activities
See all 11 activitiesVisit Isole: Tour Hop-on Hop-off Isola Bella e Pescatori
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off Boat
9.4 out of 10 with 61 reviews
9.4/10
61 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sirens and Treasures by speedboat between the Islands of Lake Maggiore
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa Borromean Islands Boat Transfer Entry Tickets
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Stresa: Madre & Bella Borromean Islands Boat Trip
9.0 out of 10 with 37 reviews
9/10
37 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Visit Isole: Madre Island & Bella Island Tour Hop-on Hop-off
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Maggiore: Cruise from Stresa to the Hermitage of Santa Caterina
Activity duration is 45 minutes
45m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Riva boat One Hour tour Borromean Islands
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
SUP tour on Lake Maggiore: wellness & mindfulness experience
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Borromean Gulf: Sightseeing Cruise
Activity duration is 40 minutes
40m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
What to do in Arona
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Frequently asked questions
Is Arona worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Arona is visit Villa Pallavicino Park. Check this top sight off your agenda, then discover more of the area's bars and pubs and walking trails.
How do I spend a day in Arona?
Once you've checked off key attractions like Villa Pallavicino Park and La Rocca Castle, spend the rest of your day experiencing the food and retail options in Arona.
What is the top tourist attraction in Arona?
Don't leave without exploring Villa Pallavicino Park, ranked the top tourist attraction in Arona.
Is three days enough to stay in Arona?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off many city sights, such as La Rocca Castle, Parco Faunistico La Torbiera and Spiaggia Libera Rocchetta. The average stay in Arona is three days. If you have the time to extend your holiday, Como isn't far away.
Is Arona a walkable city?
That depends on what you want to do and see in Arona. Several top sights, like La Rocca Castle and Spiaggia Libera Rocchetta, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Arona's best neighbourhoods, Dormelletto is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Villaggi is 5 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Arona with kids?
Planning what to do in Arona with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there are lots of family-friendly activities to keep everyone happy here.
What to do in Arona for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Arona, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Cantine Vallana or Arona City Hall.
Are there free things to do in Arona?
In Arona, Spiaggia Libera Rocchetta is a top spot for anyone wanting to experience the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, stroll around the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's an easy way to discover the best free things to do in Arona.
