Top Things to do in Lake Como
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Top 10 Tours in Lake Como, Lombardy
A gorgeous spot that’s a convenient day trip from Milan, Lake Como recently earned fame as home to Hollywood star George Clooney. But celeb-spotting aside, it’s known for jaw-dropping natural beauty, elegant old villas—and the scenic towns surrounding the lake. Check out Varenna, Bellagio, and Menaggio, which offer great views, historic churches, and water-based activities such as ferries and passenger-only boats.
Restaurants in Lake Como
1. Cooking Class on Lake Como
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
This 4-hour cooking course in a family run restaurant in Mandello del Lario, near Varenna, is a unique opportunity to learn how to make Italian specialty dishes. Afterwards, more importantly, you will get to enjoy the meal you cooked.
Inclusions: Beverages, Lunch, Cooking class
Exclusions: Gratuities, • Hotel pickup and drop-off (please get in touch for a quotation)
Reviewed By JoyRNC
The scenery was breath taking and the guide was knowledgeable. I am a novice and this was above my fitness level. However, with the guidance provided, I did finish the return up hill ride. Part way back, my legs gave out from fatigue and when I stopped to walk up hill, I fell over. I was not injured except for some scratches.
2. 2 Hours Walking Tour Como
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The easiest way to visit the most beautiful and important areas in Como in just 2 hours. A local guide will accompany you through the city to show you monuments, squares, buildings and characteristic places that make Como unique.
Inclusions: Local guide, Small group limited to a maximum of 8 people
Exclusions: tickets, Food and drink are not included
Reviewed By Manuela L
On Piazza di Santa Maria, this very nice papal basilica has a lot of treasures ; it's a museum to visit with a guide or alone; the first crib, a scuptured work in white marble and representing the Virgin with the Child, San Joseph and the three Wise Men and also the donkey and ox; it's the first crib created by the artist named Arnolfo di Cambio from pape Nicolo V; (Hommage to San Nicolas today) visit also the archaelogical excavations, la sala di Papi and scala di Bernini.
3. Private cooking class at a local's home with lunch or dinner in Como
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Immerse yourself in Italy's culture with this hands-on cooking class held in a local home and led by an expert Italian home cook. Learn the secrets of the most iconic Como dishes and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner with local wines included. You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Como recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert) handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.
Inclusions: Hands-on cooking class, Learn and taste 3 Italian recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert), Water, local wines and Espresso
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Reviewed By Inspire558583
I went to a lunch in Como. It had been rescheduled from originally a dinner in Varenna. I really enjoyed it and learned/tried some things I hadn’t before. I recommend this experience, especially if you like meeting new people.
4. Lake Como PRIVATE Guided Tour
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Best way to visit the area. Do not waste your time on a boat to Bellagio! Discover and experience with a private guided tour. You will have a real sense of our territory, tradition, history, architecture, wine & food specialties etc. Tour on private van + ferry boat. An unforgettable experience! Read my Reviews on TripAdvisor :-)
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Time for lunch on your own; restaurants with typical local specialties will be suggested, Taxi boat + entrance ticket Villa Balbianello (Euro 17 pp), ferry boat (Euro 8 pp)
Reviewed By T1757FAbiancad
The most incredible train ride of my life!!! Giovanni was such an amazing tour guide that really went out of his way to show us around. The train ride itself through the Swiss Alps was breathtaking. I will most certainly come back and do it again.
5. Group Bike Tour: Onno & Ghisallino (E-bikes and Road bikes)
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5.0 based on 153 reviews
See what lies beyond Bellagio by bike! This 35km tour is a great way to see the lakeside and mountainous scenery above and around Bellagio. There are 2 long hill climbs in the tour, so we suggest using an electric bike to make the experience more enjoyable. We have Bianchi road, MTB, and e-bikes available. During the tour, we stop at a few viewpoints and at the Madonna del Ghisallo (cycling chapel) and neighboring museum. After the tour we enjoy lunch together in front of our shop. The price includes: bike rental, helmet, water bottle, guide, cycling museum ticket, and lunch afterwards.
Inclusions: Local guide, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected), Alcoholic drinks with lunch (available to purchase)
Reviewed By myry2018
dont have words to describe the owners and the place they have created. if youre into cycling and happen to be around lake como, this is a place you have to discover!
6. Wine & food tasting
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
The wine tasting is in the center, few meters from the old town wall, the place is elegant and friendly. The tasting include special wines and food you will appreciate with a professional Sommelier who will describe tasting notes and making process. We will guide you to discover taste of our wine and food selection.
Inclusions: A selection of very good, at least 4 wines to enjoy the tasting, Typical italian food, prosciutto crudo, cheese selection with compote, porcini, anchovies, buffalo mozzarella
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Reviewed By Elle C
We had the best time at Captain Drakes. Wines were delicious and chosen exactly to suit our pallets, staff super informative throughout! Would recommend to absolutely anyone in the vicinity. Fantastic experience!
7. Como, Italy & Lugano, Switzerland private full-day tour
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
This full-day tour will show you the most important attractions of Como and Lugano like the Cathedral, the San Fedele Church, the Roman city walls and towers in Como and the Cathedral, the Old town, the Parco Ciani and Casino in Lugano. We will start with the 2h walking tour in Como, then we will have 1 hour free time for lunch. At 2.30 p.m. we will part for Lugano from the San Giovanni train station with the comfortable train, the duration of the trip is 35 minutes (the train tickets are not included in the price). In Lugano we will continue with the 2h walking tour (Santa Maria degli Angeli Church, LAC, Lungolago, Cathedral) and take a funicular to return to the train station (the price of the funicular ticket is included). You will have also some free time in Lugano to visit the shopping area or to have a cup of coffee. At about 5 p.m. we will take the train to Como and finish our tour at 6 p.m. in Como. For a better experience the tour is limited to maximum 6 participants.
Inclusions: Live guide, Funicular ticket Lugano city centre - Lugano Train Station
Exclusions: Round trip train ticket Como - Lugano (20€)
Reviewed By saraoJ1108NE
The time I spent in Lugano was short but thanks to the incredible tour guide Violetta I had the opportunity to discover the city in all its facets. She is a very prepared and full of knowledge guide who answered to all my questions and doubts concerning the city and its history. During the tour, we also had time to enjoy together a coffee with a breathtaking lake view (of course, keeping the safety distance - Violetta was very careful in following all the hygiene measures)! In conclusion, I definitely recommend this tour to all the people who want to have fun while learning (and of course, walking)! What are you waiting for? Wear your best shoes and get ready to discover the hidden sides of Lugano!
8. Sunset sailing on lake Como with private skipper
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Experience lake Como from a new perspective! Visit the most amazing coves, villas and towns of Lake Como on board of a 38ft sailing yacht.
Inclusions: italian aperitif
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Reviewed By Dreamer18807510596
Very nice experience with a very friendly sailor who tells you about a lot of the villa’s and town around the beautiful Como lake. Must do in Bellagio
9. Como city & Bellagio private full-day tour
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
This full-day starts with the 2h walking tour in Como city. We will visit the top attractions of Como like the Cathedral, the San Fedele Church, the medieval city walls and towers. This will give you knowledge about the city's development and its importance for the area. After a short break for lunch, we will take a speedboat to Bellagio (the duration of this trip is 50 minutes), one of the most beautiful and suggestive borgo in Italy. There, you will have a pleasant walking tour, enjoy the famous small streets and views, as well as a break for shopping or an ice-cream (gelato). We return with the normal ferry boat (this trip takes 2h), to have a possibility to show you the most beautiful villas on the lake during the trip. We finish the experience in Como city at 6 p.m. For a better experience, this tour is limited to a maximum of 6 participants.
Inclusions: Live guide
Exclusions: Round trip ferry boat tickets Como - Bellagio (25€)
Reviewed By saraoJ1108NE
The time I spent in Lugano was short but thanks to the incredible tour guide Violetta I had the opportunity to discover the city in all its facets. She is a very prepared and full of knowledge guide who answered to all my questions and doubts concerning the city and its history. During the tour, we also had time to enjoy together a coffee with a breathtaking lake view (of course, keeping the safety distance - Violetta was very careful in following all the hygiene measures)! In conclusion, I definitely recommend this tour to all the people who want to have fun while learning (and of course, walking)! What are you waiting for? Wear your best shoes and get ready to discover the hidden sides of Lugano!
10. Private Boat Tour on the Lake Como
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A unique experience to see lake Como on board of a luxury designed yacht, newly made in Como. Enjoy the magical history and nature of the lake, and experience for one hour the unique Italian boating lifestyle.
Inclusions: Boat Ride
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Reviewed By Zhangalex168462
My family and I were not sure if taking the ferry or a private boat. The private boat was definitely the best choice, you can see ten times more than from a normal ferry. The weather was so nice, we had an amazing day
