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Best Things to Do in Lake Como

Featured Lake Como Travel Tips
  • Wander through the cobblestone lanes in Bellagio
  • Plan a boat tour to experience all the villas and beauty of the lake
  • Delight in fresh-caught fish at L’Antica Como
  • Spend the morning in the olive groves in Como City to beat the crowds
  • Explore the neoclassical architecture and gardens at Villa Olmo
  • Capture memories on a Flytographer photoshoot

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Nanphanita's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Lake Como offers a variety of dining options with picturesque views and delicious food. While I can't provide personal preferences, you mentioned enjoying a few good restaurants with amazing views. If you're looking for specific restaurant recommendations, some popular choices among visitors include: 1. Il Gatto Nero - Known for its stunning lake views and delectable Italian cuisine, this restaurant is a favorite for many. 2. Al Veluu Ristorante & Suites - Offers breathtaking panoramic views and a menu filled with Italian specialties. 3. La Punta - Located in Varenna, it's famous for its seafood dishes and charming ambiance by the lake.

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Lake Como is a beautiful destination with plenty of activities and experiences to enjoy. Some popular ones include: Boat Tours: Exploring the lake by boat is a must-do. You can hop on a ferry or rent a private boat to visit different towns and take in the stunning scenery. Villa Carlotta: This historic villa in Tremezzo is known for its beautiful gardens and art collections. It's a great place to explore and appreciate the cultural heritage of the region. Hiking and Scenic Walks: Lake Como offers various hiking trails with incredible views. You can explore the Greenway del Lago, which is a walking path that connects several towns along the lake. Villa Balbianello: This iconic villa was featured in films like James Bond's "Casino Royale." It's a fantastic location for history and architecture enthusiasts. Bellagio: Often referred to as the "Pearl of Lake Como," Bellagio is a charming town known for its narrow streets, boutiques, and beautiful gardens. Watersports: You can also enjoy activities like windsurfing, sailing, and kayaking on the lake.

Visited Lake Como in October

Photo Shoot Location: Varenna

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Matthew's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

We stopped at a cute place in Varenna that had some unique items on the menu, which we really loved. It is called Osteria Quatro Pass.

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Touring the Villas! They are so stunning and the views are incredible!

Visited Lake Como in October

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Shannon's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Grand Hotel Victoria *****L Concept & Spa restaurant was fantastic!

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Villa Melzi and Villa Balbianello were both beautiful and interesting to learn about.

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in Lake Como?

Bring a swimsuit, you never know when you might need to take a sauna or a swim! 😁

Visited Lake Como in October

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


David's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

100 year old wine bar

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

The lake and city sights

Visited Lake Como in October

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Adeola's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

La Pasta Ristorante makes delicious variety of pasta. I had bolognese and was pleased it was made really moist and came with option of dried chilli which i requested. Most of the restaurants close for lunch breaks from 1pm but this restaurant was open and saved us from starving:).

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

The entire Lake como area was a beautiful view.

What is your best travel tip for Lake Como?

Be aware other areas like Menagio requires further travel by ferry when you arrive at Lake Como so keep that in mind when planning a day trip from Milan or elsewhere.

Visited Lake Como in September

Photo Shoot Location: Menaggio

Irina in Lake Como for Flytographer


Tanya's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Mistral at Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni (the duck service and presentation was incredible!) and La Grotta for authentic, local pizza and the best lasagne we've ever had!

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Our boat tour on the Riva Aquarama with Como Classic Boats!

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in Lake Como?

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni and tour on a Riva boat with Como Classic Boats

Visited Lake Como in September

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


taylor's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Lezzeno was our favorite town. We stayed at the Auora hotel. Great value for your money. Right on the water with all you could need. We will be back!

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Taxi boat tour of Villa del Balbianello

What is the best tip for going on your honeymoon to Lake Como?

Villa monterosso was not worth the time/money. Bellagio was too touristy and tough to get transportation during high season .

Visited Lake Como in September

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Susan's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

IL perlo has amazing food and a beautiful view of the lake

Visited Lake Como in August

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Monica's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

The pizzeria at Grand Hotel Tremezzo

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Seeing the lake from a boat is the most amazing experience. We highly recommend a half day boat tour.

What is the best tip for going on your honeymoon to Lake Como?

Stay at Grand Hotel Tremezzo!! The most amazing experience ever!

Visited Lake Como in August

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Nico's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Boat Tour is a necessity!

Visited Lake Como in August

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Fernando's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Restaurant at hotel Florence is definitely the best restaurant. Food is 5/5 and the views are just spectacular. You can have a table lake side and the staff is super attentive.

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Must hire a private boat tour of the lake. You will get to see the lake in a completely different way.

What is your best travel tip for Lake Como?

Enjoy all of the towns on the main part of the lake and the best way to do that is to stay in one of them. As you will get to enjoy them also in the non busy hours and its a whole different experience.

Visited Lake Como in July

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Salvatore's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

La Goletta in Villa Serbelloni or Bilacus!

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Boat ride by Bellano water taxi.

Visited Lake Como in July

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Lorenzo and Ylenia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Kamber's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Ali di Alice in Tremezzo is a hidden gem. Alice has set up a beautiful restaurant at her family’s home and the view / food is incredible.

Visited Lake Como in July

Photo Shoot Location: Varenna

Irina in Lake Como for Flytographer


Gabrielle's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Roshi House on the top floor of the Coin department store has beautiful views and good cocktails for aperitivo or an afternoon pick me up.

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Lake Como?

Many places close in the middle of the day so if you’re looking for food at off-peak hours it may be harder than expected to find a restaurant that will seat you. There’s a cute playground with public bathrooms next to Basilica di San Fedele!

Visited Lake Como in June

Photo Shoot Location: Como City

Lorenzo and Ylenia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Miroslav's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Best Italian pizza - La Grotta @ Belaggio. Truly amazing Also, very nice bar in Bellagio - Bar Sanremo The most romantic city - Varenna. Definitely have a dinner at Bar Il Molo

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Visit the famous villas, the castles in Varenna and Belaggio, see all small villages Menaggio, Belaggio, Varenna, Lenno. Book a boat and see all villas and cities from water - way different experience.

What is the best tip for going on your honeymoon to Lake Como?

One of the most romantic places for honeymoon. Truly recommend !!!

Visited Lake Como in June

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Tom's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Ristorante Pizzeria CO.RI. Amazing restaurant and very friendly staff! View was exceptional.

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Walking Tour around Bellagio

What is your best travel tip for Lake Como?

Ferry’s are very easy to use so make sure to visit each place for a day.

Visited Lake Como in June

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Connor's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

We went to a brilliant local pizza/pasta place. I can't remember the name of it but the pizza was incredible! We also enjoyed our food at Baba Yaga steak house. The hotel we stayed in was Hotel Florence Bellagio and the restaurant was brilliant and I had one of the best cappuccino's during our stay from the restaurant.

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Villa Melzi, Villa del Balbianello (garden tour and museum tour), Lake Como Boat tours, Varenna, Villa Monastero.

Visited Lake Como in May

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Christopher's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Villa Monastero

Visited Lake Como in April

Photo Shoot Location: Varenna

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Emily's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Ristorante La Baia Di Moltrasio has the BEST GNOCCHI EVER! (chef's kiss!)

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Booking a private water taxi and exploring Bellagio and Varenna!

Visited Lake Como in May

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Fenny's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

We love Quatre Pass restaurant at Vareena, we had the best dinner there.

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Hidden gems, we especially love Vareena

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in Lake Como?

Book a professional photographer for some anniversary shots!!!

Visited Lake Como in May

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Teresa's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

We shot in Lake Orta in a private garden and the village

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

We shot in Lake Orta

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in Lake Como?

Go to Lake Orta

Visited Lake Como in April

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Irina in Lake Como for Flytographer


Patrick's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

- La Vista in Varenna was a great dinner spot! - Bistrot Restaurant “Antichi Sapori” in Bellagio had amazing pizza! - Passion Como in Como City had great panini options and coffee!

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

We really enjoyed walking the city streets of all the towns that we visited, especially Varenna. You must get Apertivo along the lake whenever you get a chance. Gelato is a must, visiting villas and gardens are a must, and if you can swing it, a private boat is such a fun experience!

Visited Lake Como in April

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Fotis's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Varenna cafe. It has great food and it’s right on the water! Amazing view

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Villa Balbianello was beautiful

Visited Lake Como in March

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Abigail's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

Trattoria San Giacomo - best osso buco. Ever. Very affordable. Off the beaten path. Locally recommended. High rated on google.

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

The little trenino tour. So cheap and great way to see the little town. Bellagio Water limousine was excellent!

What is the best tip for solo travel in Lake Como?

Stay at hotel du lac. Central Location - near ferries.

Visited Lake Como in October

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


Phoebe's Travel Tips for Lake Como

What are the best places to eat and drink in Lake Como?

In Bellagio we loved Seta!

What are the best things to do in Lake Como?

Loved walking around Bellagio, lots of stores and the mountains were very nice to see!

What is your best travel tip for Lake Como?

Bring bug spray! Lots of mosquitoes!

Visited Lake Como in October

Photo Shoot Location: Bellagio

Mattia in Lake Como for Flytographer


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