Tag: Must See & Do

Beaches and Lidos Lake Como

Lake Como is a resort destination that you can visit without having to actually stay in a resort. Anywhere you go you can find public beaches, or secluded alcoves where you can sunbathe, relax and enjoy the panoramic view of the lake. Lido is the Italian word for beach, or beach club and are usually equipped […]

Winter on Lake Como

What to do in the winter on Lake Como Lake Como is a popular destination in the spring and summer months for visitors looking for La Dolce Vita, sitting on a terrace overlooking the lake sipping prosecco, going boating or catching some rays on a local beach. It is true that many of the bigger hotels […]

Festa del Lago, Lake Como Festivals & Fireworks Shows

Blog written by Celia Abernethy updated 2023. We thought we’d do something different this year and go to Valmadrera and Malgrate to celebrate the Lecco Lake Festival.  Going to another town to celebrate sounds funny eh?  Well, there is some sense to this madness: Festa del Lago Lecco, Last Sunday in June Every year on […]

Full Day Private Tour in Lake Como

An unforgettable magical tour on Lake Como, to discover the pearl of Lombardy one of the most beautiful places in the world. from 704 euro for up to 3 passengers, click here to book. What’s Included WiFi on boardAir-conditioned vehiclePrivate car and driver an Departure & Return Departure Point Traveler pickup is offeredYour Hotel What […]

Lario Express, Vintage Electric & Steam Trains to Lake Como

ELECTRIC AND STEAM LOCOMOTIVE WITH CARRIAGES FROM THE 1930S “CENTOPORTE”, TRUNK – LOMBARDY Lario Express Historic train from Milano Centrale to Lecco September 12, 2021 BOOK TICKETS Tourist itineraries on Lake Como TOURIST PROGRAM ONLY HISTORICAL TRAIN The historic train leaves from Milano Centrale with destination Lecco, crossing the Lombard hinterland and accompanying travelers to […]

Orrido Di Bellano – Natural Waterfall and Gorge in Bellano, Lake Como

One of Italy’s most beautiful natural spectacles is just 90 km from Milan. It’s called the Orrido di Bellano. A natural waterfall and gorge carved into the rocky mountainside of the pre-alps in the city of Bellano on Lake Como. It is said to be in the making for over 15 million years. It’s a natural gorge carved by glacial waters of the […]

Villa La Gaeta

Located in the town of San Siro on the north western part of Lake Como, Villa La Gaeta occupies an entire promontory.Designed by architects  Gino and Adolfo Coppedè  and completed in the early 1920’s, the Art Nouveau architecture with Liberty elements intertwines with a strong stone structure. The villa is private property and cannot be […]

The Blessed Frog, Duomo of Como

In Piazza del Duomo in the small city of Como, the cathedral dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta, is considered one of northern Italy’s most beautiful treasures. The Duomo of Como took over 340 years to complete with work beginning in 1396 and completion in 1740. The building itself is a timeline of architectural styles from […]

90 minute Painting Experience Lake Como

Join an Italian artist to create your own watercolor painting of Lake Como, in a setting that’s inspired painters for centuries. Amid the historical gardens of Villa Melzi in Bellagio, you’ll create your own work using little-known techniques under the supervision of Abele Vadacca, a prestigious sculptor and painter. No experience is necessary, and all […]

Find the Best Flights to Lake Como

Find the best flights and hotel combinations to Lake Como with Kiwi.com. This page featured affiliate links which means I may earn something, but there is no additional cost to you. To get to Lake Como it is best to fly into Milan-Linate, Milan-Malpensa or Bergamo-Orio al Serio airports.