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Gardens of Villa Melzi

Gardens of Villa Melzi
Photo: Daderot, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons

The neoclassical villa was built for Napoleon's vice-president, Francesco Melzi d'Eril. The house is private, but the gardens and a small museum are open in season.

Updated November 8, 2026On day 2 of Lake Como in 3 Days

Visiting Gardens of Villa Melzi: what to know

Tickets
Paid entry, seasonal; check current prices
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
April and May for the blooms
Getting there
A 10-minute lakeside walk from the Bellagio ferry pier

Lake Como itineraries with Gardens of Villa Melzi

Day 2 of Lake Como in 3 Days

Bellagio and Villa Carlotta

How Gardens of Villa Melzi fits into a day.
  1. 9:30BellagioBellagio
  2. 11:00Gardens of Villa MelziBellagio
  3. 13:00Lunch by the waterBellagio
  4. 14:30Villa CarlottaTremezzo
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Gardens of Villa Melzi FAQs

Can you go inside Villa Melzi?

No, the villa is private; visitors see the gardens, chapel and small museum.

When are the gardens open?

Seasonally, from spring to autumn. Check the official site for dates.

How long does a visit take?

About an hour at a relaxed pace.

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