Arona

A Historic Town on the Southern Shore of Lake Maggiore

Arona is a charming town on the southern shore of Lake Maggiore, known for its historic sites and stunning lakeside views. One of its most famous landmarks is the San Carlo Borromeo Statue, the largest statue in Italy, standing 35 meters tall and offering breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and surrounding area. The town is also home to picturesque streets, a relaxing lakeside promenade, and fascinating ruins, making it an ideal stop for visitors.

What to do in Arona?

In Arona, you can visit the San Carlo Borromeo Statue (ticket price is 7€ or 10€ according if you want to visit statue and terrace), which is the largest statue in Italy and offers incredible views of the lake and mountains. Explore the old town with its quaint streets and Piazza del Popolo, or visit the Park of the Rocca di Arona ruins (free entry). Don’t miss a leisurely stroll along the Lungolago promenade, where you can enjoy beautiful lakeside views and relaxing cafés.



A perfect stop to get off the boat and experience the towns’ charm

With our private boat tours, you can admire Arona from the water, taking in the impressive San Carlo Borromeo Statue and the beautiful town as part of the stunning southward view of Lake Maggiore. This picturesque scenery is an essential highlight of our longer tours. Once ashore, explore the old town, visit the Rocca di Arona park, or simply relax along the Lungolago promenade. Arona offers a peaceful and scenic stop to enjoy the beauty of Lake Maggiore. 

You can also design to be Arona the star of your boat tour on Lake Maggiore, usually you need to plan a few hours tour to be able to get to the iconici spots.

Best Pier for Picking Up in Arona for boat tour

Pick-up is available along the long pier on Lungolago Marconi in Arona, which is easily accessible on foot and ideal for quick boarding and drop-off.

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