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The glittering shores of Lake Como have long beguiled generations of visitors with beautiful vistas of deep blue waters, wooded hillsides and elegant villas. From European aristocrats to the Hollywood glitterati it's easy to see why Como became their summer destination of choice. Shaped like an upside-down Y, the three arms of the lake converge at the attractive town of Bellagio, often referred to as the pearl of the lake with its café lined waterfront and port of bobbing fishing boats. Other lakeside towns such as Tremezzo, Varenna and Menaggio are particularly picturesque, boasting luxurious lakeside villas and spectacular gardens that are sure to delight. Finally, at the southwestern tip the prosperous town of Como boasts a delightful medieval core complete with winding streets and charming boutiques.
Italy specialist KimberlyThis large, wishbone-shaped lake exudes class. I like the historic, residential districts of the resort towns on the shores. The lake itself is encircled with lavish, private villas and gardens — best admired from a boat.
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Places to visit in Lake Como
Featuring heavily on our experiences of visiting Lake Como, these selected places are destinations that also prove consistently popular with our travellers. Our specialists can help you choose how to include them in your wider trip, based on your preferences.
Suggested itinerary featuring Lake Como
This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Lake Como, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places in and around Lake Como
- Bellagio Lake Como
- Blevio Lake Como
- Como Lake Como
- Laglio Lake Como
- Lezzeno Lake Como
- Torno Lake Como
- Tremezzo Lake Como
- Lake Maggiore 29 miles away
- Verbania 36 miles away
- Stresa 38 miles away
- Milan 41 miles away
- Gardone Riviera 69 miles away
- Lake Garda 73 miles away
- Madonna di Campiglio 76 miles away
- Sirmione 76 miles away
- Verona 93 miles away
- Parma 100 miles away
- Turin 103 miles away
- Piedmont 104 miles away
- Barbaresco 109 miles away
- Alba 111 miles away
- Genoa 115 miles away
- Barolo 119 miles away
- Portofino and Santa Margherita 121 miles away
- Dolomites 125 miles away
- Modena 126 miles away
- Alta Badia 131 miles away
- Cinque Terre 136 miles away
- Porto Venere 141 miles away
- Bologna 147 miles away
- Forte dei Marmi 151 miles away
- Venice 154 miles away
- Pisa 170 miles away
- Ravenna 182 miles away
- Florence 185 miles away
- San Gimignano 199 miles away
- Siena 214 miles away
- Perugia 255 miles away
- Assisi 264 miles away
- Umbria 267 miles away
- Orvieto 270 miles away
Photos of Lake Como
Our expert guides to exploring Lake Como
Written by our specialists from their own experiences of visiting Lake Como, these guides will help you make the most of your time there. We share both our practical recommendations and the best ways to appreciate Lake Como at its best.
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A guide to the regions of Italy
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Honeymoons in Italy Honeymoons in Italy
Honeymoons in Italy
Having got married in Tuscany, specialist Eva outlines some of the best honeymoon options across Italy. Would you and your spouse-to-be prefer pampering on the Amalfi Coast or living la dolce vita in Venice, Rome and Florence?
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Accommodation choices for Lake Como
We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Lake Como. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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Il Sereno Hotel
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Hotel Belvedere
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Grand Hotel Tremezzo
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Hotel Villa Flori
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Palace Hotel
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Ideas for experiencing Lake Como
Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Lake Como, and which use the best local guides.
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A private boat tour of Lake Como A private boat tour of Lake Como
A private boat tour of Lake Como
Explore Lake Como on a private boat tour, passing lakeside villages and elegant villas. You will stop off at stunning Villa Carlotta and the picturesque town of Bellagio.
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Lake Como by kayak Lake Como by kayak
Lake Como by kayak
Following a local guide, you鈥檒l explore Lake Como from the water on this two-hour kayaking tour. As well as getting an unusual perspective of the lake鈥檚 sparkling waters and the surrounding Alps, you鈥檒l pass grand villas as you paddle.
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