Lake Como
About Lake Como
Lake Como is one of the deepest and most famous lakes in Europe. It is located in Lombardy, Italy.Thanks to the beauty of its nature, Lake Como is mainly considered as a tourist destination, popular for its landscapes, wildlife, and spas, as well as for being an ideal venue for watersports such as sailing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. Schools for this kind of activity are now a presence around the area.
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Villa Balbianello and Lake Como shared boat tour
There's something cinematic about approaching Villa Balbianello by boat – which makes sense, given that Star Wars and Casino Royale were filmed here. Perched on Lake Como's Lavedo promontory, this villa offers some of the lake's best views. Your ticket provides access to the landscaped gardens, where you can wander past ancient trees and elegant statues, pause by blooming flowerbeds, and find a peaceful spot to take in the views. It's the perfect place to experience the kind of Italian elegance that makes this villa truly special.
2 Hours
$ 81.00
Lake Como shared boat tour
Lake Como really knows how to show off, and this cruise gives you front‑row seats to all its best bits. You'll start by gliding past Villa Carlotta and its beautifully kept gardens, then by the cinematic Villa Balbianello from the Casino Royale Bond movie, followed by Villa la Cassinella – often considered the lake's most exclusive villa. You'll also spot the elegant Villa Balbiano, Comacina – the lake's only island – plus the charm of Villa Melzi in Bellagio and Villa Monastero in Varenna, all in one easy, laidback ride.
2 Hours
$ 46.00
Lake Como craft beer tasting in Tremezzo
Tastebuds at the ready for this one. If you're around Tremezzo on a Tuesday, swing by the Aquadulza Brewery for a chill 90‑minute dive into Lake Como's craft beer scene. You'll get to sample four local brews inspired by the lake's history and flavours, including 3mezzina, Via Regia 24sei, Fiumelatte and another Aquadulza craft beer. You'll also get the lowdown on brewing, styles and aromas, plus tasting notes, sheets and easy pairings of local cured meats and cheeses.
2 Hours
$ 52.00
Half-day guided boat tour of Lake Como’s villas
Soak up the glamour of Lake Como on this guided cruise along Italy's third-largest lake. Framed by three mountain ranges and dotted with palatial villas and landscaped gardens, it's easy to see why Lake Como is a favourite hangout spot of the rich and famous. You'll cruise around some of its highlights, including Comacina Island, the Villa Melzi overlooking the famous Bellagio lakeside, and the gardens of Villa Balbianello, where the James Bond flick Casino Royale was filmed.
4 Hours
$ 110.00
Lugano & Como with Lake Lugano Boat Trip
There's no shortage of spectacular scenery on this tour taking in two magical lakeside towns. You'll set out from Lake Como to cross the border into Switzerland where you'll take a boat to Lugano. Once you have enjoyed the serene lakeside promenades and the sophisticated shopping here, we'll return to Como for a look around the historic lakeside city.To begin with you'll transfer to Gandria where you'll hop onboard a boat to continue your journey to Lugano on the water. Bursting with grand architecture, chic boutiques and waterside parks, Lugano has lots to see. Visit top sights like the church of Santa Maria degli Angeli, explore the Parco Civico, or hit the shops in the streets around Via Nassa. For the second part of your day, you'll head back to Como, an elegant town packed with churches, parks and palaces. Piazza Cavour is a grand square overlooking the lake, a short walk from many of the major highlights such as the Cathedral with its fine interior, the Villa Olmo and the lakeside gardens.
Flexible
$ 98.00
St Moritz and Bernina Railway
Separated by a wealth of stunning scenery, the borderlands between Italy and Switzerland are a joy to explore. This trip ticks off the lakeside town of Tirano, as well as the chic Swiss resort of St Moritz, and a ride on the Bernina railway – Europe's highest alpine train and one of the world's most scenic rail routes.Flanked by pine-clad slopes, timber-framed farmsteads and grazing cows, we'll first travel to Tirano. After a quick coffee stop and a look around this lakeside town, it's on to Poschiavo where we'll board the Bernina train. Climbing high through the glacial Alps, there's plenty of time to grab some epic Instagram snaps before reaching Diavolezza.From here, it's just a short bus ride to the famous Swiss ski resort of St Moritz. With around two hours to explore, you can stop to try Swiss cheese and chocolate in a café and enjoy wow-factor views along the Engadine Valley before returning to resort via the spectacular Maloja Pass and Chiavenna.
