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Beautiful and exclusive Lake Como in the north of Italy, is a classic destination for vacationers looking for peace, quite, and tranquility. Which they get fairly easily since the villas and mansions surrounding the lake are often only held by the rich and famous. For day trippers, the lake is open for boating and the town is a fun place to shop for local goods.
Lake Como is the third largest among the fascinating lakes of Italy. Every year thousands of tourists from all over the world come here to spend days, in every season. The various towns and villages have numerous fascinating views and exciting activities to offer. Widespread clean water lake, surrounded by mountains, historical villas, delicious food, and water sports are some of the attractions.
Lake Como Top Activities
1. Discover the Towns
The entire region of the beautiful lake is filled with fascinating towns and villages. Every town or village is filled with unique attraction points; some have art galleries, some have interesting archaeological sites, fascinating gardens, etc. Apart from the beauty of the lake, these towns and villages are what make Lake Como Italy tours worth remembering.
2. Boat Trip
Whether you are going on a day trip or intend to stay longer, riding a boat to witness the Lake Como's beauty is a must during your trip. The stunning view is more fascinating when you got closer to the water. Jump on a boat and relax in the natural amazing surrounding.
3. Relax on a Beach
If you are going to visit Lake Como in the summertime, don’t forget to go for the mesmerizing beaches on the shore. The lakeshore beaches are the best place to spend your hot summer day. Especially the central and northern parts have the cleanest and clear water with well-organized beaches.
4. Enjoy Water Sports
Don't just go for boating or relax on the beach but the beautiful lake has various water activities to offer. Beaches are not usually equipped with the necessary equipment so you will have to bring your own. Go for pedal boats, kayaking, canoes, sailboats or even surfing.
5. Explore the Historical Villas and Gardens
These villas and gardens around Lake Como in various towns have been the points of attraction for centuries. Especially the gardens and villas of the Centro Lago are very popular. The romantic gardens and elegant residences have been the destination for poets, writers, and musicians. Villa Monastero, Villa Melzi and Villa Balbianello are few of the most famous.
6. Go Trekking
Take a look at the beauty of the mesmerizing lake from a different angle. The high peaks of the surrounding huge mountains add beauty to the lake scenery and provide the best view of the lake. Go hiking on the highest peak of the area, the Legnone or the second-highest, the Grigna. The high peaks, slopes, and succession of peaks will surely give you heavenly hiking experience.
What To Do In Lake Como
There are various attractive points throughout the region around the massive beautiful lake. Choose the destinations as per your interest. The following are some of the most attractive points that can help in planning the perfect Lake Como Italy tour.
1. Isola Comacina
Located at the north of Argegno, off Tremezzina, is this small and only island of the Lake Como. The island is almost uninhabited and attracts many curious tourists every year during warm and pleasant weather. Get to the island by boat from anywhere from the lake.
2. Como Cathedral
Located at the center of the city of Como, this cathedral has various features with Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Take a break from the sun heat and visit this fascinating cathedral free of cost for as long as you want. The cathedral is one of the most significant religious buildings of Italy and was constructed between the 14th to 18th centuries.
3. Tempio Voltiano
The fascinating museum was built in the memory of the Italian scientist Allessandro Volto. He is famous for being the inventor of the electrical battery. Died and was born in Como, the scientist spent most of his life here as well. The museum contains many items related to his life and work, his scientific instruments, and the very first version of the electric battery.
4. I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
The stunning botanical garden is located in Bellagio and has beautiful views of the lake and villa. Escape the huge crowds of the city and enjoy the amazing views, lakeside paths, huge trees, marble statues, and beautiful greenery in the peaceful atmosphere of the garden.
5. Castello di Vezio
The beautiful castle is one of the most amazing castles of the lake. The walled structure of the castle is developed around a squared town with a real drawbridge and restored battlements. Enjoy the unparalleled views from this unique Italian architecture facility.
Lake Como Tours
Many tour operators arrange tours to and from the beautiful lake. The following are the top rates of tours from the most reliable agencies. Choose the one that suits you the most.
•Lake Como Walking, by Explore! ($1,480 approx.)
The 8 days tour facilitates you to enjoy a relaxed walking holiday in the beautiful region. Take in the beauty while walking through the network of footpaths passing through various mountains and villages around the lake. These lake Como tours have you stay at the Lakeside hotel to enjoy gorgeous views round the clock.
•Lake Como Walk, by UTracks ($775 approx.)
UTracks offers a 5 days center-based walking holiday package. You can not only explore the magnificent mountains, trails, gardens, and villas but will also experience the rich art and culture of the region. The Lake Como Italy tours take you to get mesmerized by the fabulous views while tracking or soaking up along the shore or in your hotel.
•Menaggio On Lake Como, By Great Rail Journeys ($3,062 approx.)
The 10 days trip takes you on a long journey to explore the beauty of the magnificent lake and its surroundings. 7 nights stay will be on the shores of the dazzling Lake Como so that you can have the stunning views throughout the day.
•Lake Como Getaway 3 Nights, By Monograms ($899 approx.)
This 4 days relaxing tour takes you through the incredible views of the soothing waters of Lake Como and the Italian Alps. Take an escape from our daily stressed routine and get ready to indulge in the beauty of nature. Relaxing boat ride of the lake, exploration of historical points, visit local towns or markets, and much more is scheduled on the trip.
•Lake Como & Swiss Alps Hiking, By REI Adventures ($4,599 approx.)
This eight-day journey takes you through the majestic trails of Europe's two most stunning destinations. Day hike to get mesmerized by the stunning views of widespread Lake Como and St. Moritz lake in Switzerland, and the glaciated peaks and meadows of Alpine Range.
Getting To Lake Como
To decide which mode of transportation you are going to use you first need to decide your base point. Being the third largest lake in Italy, Lake Como is so large with various charming villages that you can't visit it all in one day. So you need to decide on a base point where you are going to land and stay during your Lake Como Italy tours. The best way to go to Lake Como is through Milan, the closest town at just 50 miles distance.
You cannot land directly near Lake Como but you can in one of Milan's three airports. The Malpensa airport is the largest international airport in Milan and closest to the lake. The airport receives numerous flights from all over the world and also have shuttle services to take you to the town of Como directly from the airport.
You can also go for the railway option to travel from Milan to Como. Two railway lines connect Como to Milan. The two train lines depart from Milan Centrale or Porta Garibaldi and reach the Como S. Giovanni station, located at about a 10-minute walk from the beautiful lake. The difference between the two routes trains is in their time and the frequency of stops they make along the way.
Trains from Milan Centrale do not make many stops on the way but they have fewer departures compared to those coming from Porta Garibaldi. The trains coming from Porta Garibaldi take double the time compared to the other ones as they make quite a lot of stops on the way.
Go check out the Trenitalia app or Trenitalia website for details regarding timings and routes, etc. You can also buy your tickets online from the site or can get them at the station. In each case, don’t forget to validate your tickets before riding. No advance booking is required as there are a lot of departures.
Bus service from Milan to Como is also available but they are very slow and it is better to go for trains instead.
The easiest way to travel to Lake Como is by car if you can drive internationally and have a license. Rent a car from Milan and get to the lake enjoy all the scenes on the way. You can pick up the pace and can stop on the way to take pictures etc. Keep GPS along to track your way. Roads close to the lake, off the highway, are narrow and windier. The roads are not good near the lake but the views are incredible and will never let anyone forget their first experience of the Lake Como Italy tours.
Day Trips From Lake Como
The beautiful lake has a large area with various amazing villages along the bank. You can choose a base town and plan your day trips to all other places, enjoy the magnificent views of the lake. You can hop between the various beautiful towns and villages through the well-maintained ferry service of the Lake Como.
You can get the tickets and information about the daily schedule from the terminal. Bus service is also available to connect the man towns with smaller towns along the lake.
1. Bellagio
The most famous town of Lake Como, Bellagio is located at the center point where both arms of the lake are meeting. Most itineraries use Bellagio as a base on Lake Como tours due to its central location. Even if you are not staying here, the beautiful town is the perfect place to have a day trip.
Take a boat to the town and admire the stunning beauty on the way. There are narrow cobbled streets in the town that are built on steep slopes, lined with eateries, buildings, and shops, and are worth paying a visit. Hire a tourist train to have a short trip from the town.
2. Menaggio
The small beautiful village along the lakeside is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating points on the lake. In the warm months, it is busy with all kinds of water sports on the lake. It has a large swimming pool for the public with a private beach, 18 hole golf course and a mini-golf course to keep you occupied here.
3. Venna
The stunning village is one of the most attractive spots that should be included in all Lake Como Italy tours for sure. The cluster of gelato-colored houses around the small harbor, the convent of Villa Monastero, and the walled castle of Castello di Vezio are the things that make this place more popular
4. Lake Lugano
Hop on a bus from Menaggio (Central Lake Como) and set towards Lake Lugano. The one hour ride will give you the chance to have magnificent views. After enjoying your day at the lake, visit the town of Lugano with a big shopping center. Below the shopping center is a huge departmental store with a coffee bar and you can also get good tasty food at a reasonable price.
5. Tremezzo
The city gives you a chance to witness how the wealthy residents of Lake Como live. Most people go there to explore the beautiful gardens and the famous art exhibitions of the Villa Carlotta. The Grand Hotel Tremezzo is built in the Art Nouveau style hundreds of years ago and has a modern touch to its outlook that makes it worth visiting. Enjoy all the facilities during your luxurious trip.
Best Time To Visit Lake Como
The beautiful lake is famous for its Mediterranean sun and balmy temperatures and has a perfect climate not only to relax at the beach but to enjoy the water sports. Summertime is the most popular among tourists to plan their Lake Como Italy tours because it gives them the capacity to enjoy various activities like diving, swimming in the lake, etc.
Therefore you will see a huge crowd of people at that time. Winter is less popular among visitors of Lake Como as the temperatures get very low, falling to even below zero degrees at some cold nights. But some people love to enjoy the cold and snow, availing the opportunity to witness the stunning snow-covered lake and skiing at the resort in Piano di Bobbio, Valchiavenna or Monte Sighignola. Discounted offseason deals are another perk of visiting in winter.
However, the most recommended time to visit this magnificent natural region is during the shoulder season, from March to May and from September to November. The temperature is pleasant and you can enjoy fascinating natural views of the Lake and surrounding.
The blossoming trees and flowers of early spring, appealing look of color changing fall leaves and snow capped mountain peaks of autumn months are going to be your awestruck you for long. Less number of tourists, pleasant weather, more accommodation, and reasonable rates make this time ideal to plan Lake Como Tours.
Lake Como Reviews & Ratings
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