Villa Taranto, Lake Maggiore: Wonderful Garden Tour

2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

The tour of the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, in Verbania on Lake Maggiore, begins at the main entrance and immediately introduces the site’s rich botanical and scenic heritage.

You walk along the Conifer Avenue, with panoramic views, and reach the Italian Garden, featuring geometric flowerbeds, fountains, and fragrant rose gardens. The Tulip and Dahlia Maze offers spectacular seasonal blooms, while the Path of Essences hosts aromatic and tropical plants.

The Serra Vittoria leads into exotic atmospheres, followed by the Maple Avenue and the Rhododendron Woods. Among the greenery stands the elegant Mausoleum Chapel.

In the upper area, admire the Lotus Flower Pond, the Water Lily Pond, and the Terraced Gardens, with waterfalls, manicured lawns, and views over the lake and surrounding mountains.

The route continues through the Winter Garden and the succulent area, then crosses the Villa Taranto Garden Bridge. The return passes by the Columned Well and the Staircase of Amphorae.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Italian
Operated by: ITALYGONIA TRAVEL

Ages: Adults (14–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Enjoy the Villa Taranto Garden Bridge and the Staircase of Amphorae
Included: Panoramic views of Lake Maggiore and Borromean Islands
Included: Admire the Italian Garden, the Tulip and Dahlia Maze, and the Path of Essences
Included: Private walking tour of Villa Taranto with licensed tour guide
Included: Walk through the Winter Garden
Included: Explore the Serra Vittoria, the Rhododendron Woods, and the Mausoleum Chapel
Included: Discover the Lotus Flower Pond, the Water Lily Pond, and the Terraced Gardens

Not included

Not included: Entrance ticket: Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens

Itinerary

The Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens in Verbania, on Lake Maggiore, are among Italy’s most famous botanical attractions. They feature thousands of plant species from around the world arranged in themed gardens and seasonal displays that change throughout the year. Visitors can stroll through elegant Italian-style gardens, exotic greenhouses, lily and lotus ponds, and beautifully designed landscapes that combine nature and horticulture. One of the highlights is the stunning panoramic view over Lake Maggiore, where terraces and viewpoints offer breathtaking scenery of the lake framed by surrounding mountains and lush greenery. The result is a peaceful and scenic destination where nature, color, and landscape design come together to create an unforgettable experience.