Verbania Travel Guide

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Verbania

Vacation in a lakeside town in northern Italy that enthralls with its scenic majesty, beautiful churches and cultural and horticultural treasures.

Gorgeous vistas, sumptuous gardens, ancient buildings and clear blue waters make Verbania a seductive place to relax. This northern Italian town lies on the western shores of Lake Maggiore, an area that is surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps. Tour island gardens, enjoy long lakeside walks and discover the town's artistic heritage in its museums and churches.

Many visitors come to Verbania to be dazzled by its horticultural splendor. See this at Villa Taranto Botanical Garden. Devote several hours to exploring its flower-filled acres, walking among a scenic landscape of terraced gardens, waterfalls and rare botanical treasures. For more delights in nature take a short boat trip out to the lake's Borromean Islands, which are noted for their gardens. These include the Isola Bella Botanical Garden, which covers most of the small island it sits on, and the botanical gardens of Isola Madre.

In addition to its natural charms, Verbania's cultural jewels and historical buildings are not to be missed. Go to the hillside Oratory of San Remigio, which dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries and browse the centuries-old religious frescoes of the Madonna di Campagna Church. Inside the Church of St. Stephen, find a Roman marble tablet from the beginning of the 1st century.

There are more artistic masterpieces on display at the Paesaggio Museum. View frescoes and paintings that are hundreds of years old and include interpretations of Lake Maggiore and its surroundings. The museum also houses Roman artifacts and religious devotional paintings from the 16th century to the 20th century. Continue your cultural journey with a visit to Villa Giulia. This 19th-century former home hosts temporary art exhibitions and concerts and has a beautiful lakeside garden that is now a public park.

To get to Verbania fly into Milan–Malpensa Airport in Milan, approximately 44 miles (70 kilometers) away. This is the closest international airport. Complete your journey by public transportation or rental car to unwind amid the garden delights and cultural riches of this serene lakeside town.

Hotel Ancora

Hotel Ancora

4 out of 5
Corso Mameli, 65, Intra, Verbania, VB
The price is ₹19,161 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹19,161
₹21,578 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Verbania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (505 reviews)
"Very friendly atmosphere! We especially appreciated the welcome bar with champagne, all day access to water, coffee, the and yummy snacks, the lovely breakfast, and friendly staff. Of course the location of the hotel was excellent as well!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Hotel Ancora
Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa

4 out of 5
Via Tesserete 10, Lugano, TI
The price is ₹23,385 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹23,385
₹25,272 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (865 reviews)
"Immaculate, spacious room, and comfortable bed. Strong, hot, shower. Decent air conditioning. The only oddity is lack of microwave, but you get an oven instead (and food reheated that way tastes better, anyway). If you like windows open, the road by the property is not quiet on weekday mornings, ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Villa Sassa
Dolce by Wyndham Milan Malpensa

Dolce by Wyndham Milan Malpensa

4 out of 5
Via G. Mazzini, 63, Somma Lombardo, VA
The price is ₹8,846 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹8,846
₹9,931 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Somma Lombardo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"This was a great hotel location for those looking to easily get access to MXP. They have a convenient shuttle (for free) and very accommodating staff. Affordable, clean, updated hotel. My wife and I enjoyed our quick stay."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Dolce by Wyndham Milan Malpensa
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Verbania - Luxury Italy Apartments

Verbania - Luxury Italy Apartments

Vicolo Jacchini, 6, Verbania, VB
Stay at this aparthotel in Verbania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (37 reviews)
No communication, no directions, no parking
"Terrible communication with owner. She claims to speak English, but doesn't answer your question/request because she doesn't understand you. NO PARKING possible at all! You have to walk over a very very long distance with all your suitcases. Parking is a nightmare, because there are not enough parking ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2024

Verbania - Luxury Italy Apartments
Residence Tre Ponti

Residence Tre Ponti

3 out of 5
Via P. Troubetzkoy, 254, Verbania, VB
Stay at this 3-star residence in Verbania. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
"Het was netjes en ruim. Vooral veel loze ruimte. Keuken weg gestipt terwijl er genoeg ruimte was."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2019

Residence Tre Ponti
VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano

3 out of 5
17A Viale Carlo Cattaneo, Lugano, TI
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Lugano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Lake Lugano and Parco Ciani are ...
7.4/10 Good! (15 reviews)
"We really appreciated the ability to use the laundry room. We used it twice during our stay. The rooms were nice with a beautiful view from the balcony, but definitely could have been cleaner ahead of our check in."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

VISIONAPARTMENTS Lugano
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Verbania is a good base to explore Lago Maggiore while it isn't as busy as Stresa.

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Verbania was a pleasant experience although not the best town around lake maggiore, Stresa to the south and Locarno to the north are very pretty, The roads leading to Locarno can be tricky to drive, Over all a nice part of Italy.

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