Why travelers love it
Como CathedralA marble Gothic and Renaissance cathedral on Como's main square, beside the old town hall.Lakefront PromenadeThe flat lakeside walk that runs from Como's piers toward Villa Olmo.Como–Brunate FunicularA funicular railway from Como up to the hill village of Brunate, with wide lake views.BellagioBellagio is a lakeside town on Lake Como with waterfront walks and historic streets.Gardens of Villa MelziLakeside gardens just south of Bellagio, known for azaleas, rhododendrons and a Japanese pond.Villa CarlottaAn 18th-century villa and botanical garden in Tremezzo with sculpture by Canova inside.
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Lake Como questions
Is 3 days enough for Lake Como?
Yes, 3 days covers Como town, Bellagio and the central lake villas. Base yourself in Bellagio so ferries reach most stops in under 30 minutes.
Do I need to book Villa del Balbianello in advance?
Yes, visits are booked on the official FAI site, and it is closed Mondays and Wednesdays. Book a few days ahead in high season and check current prices there.
How do you get around Lake Como without a car?
Use the public Navigazione Laghi ferries, which link Bellagio, Tremezzo, Lenno, Varenna and Como. A day pass is usually better value than single tickets.
When are the Lake Como villas open?
Most gardens open from about late March to October or early November. Villa Carlotta posts its yearly dates on its site, so check before you go.