What to do and see in Lombardy, Italy: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

February 9, 2022 Velvet Mowry

Lombardy (/ˈlɒmbərdi/ LOM-bər-dee; Italian: Lombardia [lombarˈdiːa]; Lombard: Lumbardia, pronounced: (Western Lombard) [lumbarˈdiːa], (Eastern Lombard) [lombarˈdeːa]) is one of the twenty administrative regions of Italy, in the northwest of the country, with an area of 23,844 square kilometres (9,206 sq mi). About 10 million people, forming one-sixth of Italy's population, live in Lombardy and about a fifth of Italy's GDP is produced in the region, making it the most populous and richest region in the country and one of the richest regions in Europe. Milan, Lombardy's capital, is the second-largest city and the largest metropolitan area in Italy.
Restaurants in Lombardy

1. Santuary of Our Lady of Miracles

Piazzale Santuario 1, 21047 Saronno Italy +39 02 960 3027 http://www.santuariodisaronno.it/
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5.0 based on 199 reviews

Santuary of Our Lady of Miracles

2. Strada della Forra

Via Benaco, 25010, Tremosine sul Garda Italy
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5.0 based on 1,121 reviews

Strada della Forra

Panoramic route into the torrent Brasa gorge From 27/07/2020 till 30/09/2020 one way uphill in the first part - Atm closed for work in progress

Reviewed By 9000Gent - Ghent, Belgium

A really must do. Road is narrow with lots of curves and with very nice views on the Garda lake. It is a one way street (as of this year from 10 am till 17 pm) when you climb, so normally you cannot have oncoming cars. (otherwise there are traffic lights). To get back you simply follow in the little village of Pieve at the round about the indications for Voltin, Vesio, follow that road untill you see a sign Limone to the right. So you will get back on the road around the lake.

3. Campanile di San Nicolo

Piazza del Sagrato, 23900 Lecco Italy +39 371 175 8132 [email protected] http://www.campaniledilecco.it
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5.0 based on 471 reviews

Campanile di San Nicolo

Lecco's clock tower is the second highest tower in Italy and one of the highest in Europe. Now it's possible to visit it, in some days and only with reservation, thanks to the project that aims to revalue this monument. It will be a unique experience that will lead from the full of history basement of the tower up to the terrace on top of it from where you can admire a full 360 view of the city, the lake and its mountains.

Reviewed By AnaP10290 - Romania, null

We didn't climb this impressive tower, but we spent 3 days in this beautiful city. It makes a very good base for visiting Lake Como. We loved Lecco with it's lake promenade, gorgeous views, nice streets and buildings... This is a city where I would love to live.

4. Museo Fratelli Cozzi Alfa Romeo

Viale Pietro Toselli 46, 20025 Legnano Italy +39 0331 427923 [email protected] http://www.museofratellicozzi.it
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5.0 based on 171 reviews

Museo Fratelli Cozzi Alfa Romeo

Fratelli Cozzi Museum stemmed from the passion of Pietro Cozzi for Alfa Romeo cars, after he decided to collect one sample of each model produced by "Casa del Biscione". Beginning with 1950s' designs, it was decided to identify the quintessential models, special series, top-performance engines, and more than 50 cars were assembled, including some that are unique worldwide. Nor does the museum lack for original documents, books, drawings, films, signs, trophies, photographs, and objects that, as much as the cars, bear witness to the history of Fratelli Cozzi's strong and enduring partnership with Alfa Romeo. The collection is constantly updated with new models and is an important legacy for 20th-century history of Italian cars, as well as playing a key role in understanding the industrial growth of this outstanding brand, born in Milan in 1910.

5. Onepio Winery

Localita Fiocazzola 1/B, 25015, Desenzano Del Garda Italy +39 030 910 3610 [email protected] http://www.onepio.it
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5.0 based on 140 reviews

Onepio Winery

Do you want to know which is the secret ingredient? Only by drinking a glass of this collection, you’ll recognize the secret ingredient. Easy to guess…Love

Reviewed By D9266FRnicolah

We visited Onepio to do the gold wine tasting which was excellent and great value for money. Most importantly we tasted a number of great wines - we were allowed to pick which ones we wanted to taste from a selection so it can be tailored to personal preferences. We had some lovely local cheeses and other snacks to accompany also. Our hostess was really knowledgable taking us through each wine and how its grown and produced. She struck a great balance between talking to us and giving us time to just enjoy the wine. We stayed for a drink after in the sunshine and ordered a few bottles to be sent home also. Very glad we visited.

6. Lago d'Iseo

Iseo Italy
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4.5 based on 1,775 reviews

Lago d'Iseo

Reviewed By jivella - Island of Malta, Malta

Lake Iseo is paradise on earth, it is really beautiful. I am lucky to have friends who have boats and we have visited many places on Lake Iseo, and everywhere seems so pleasant like most of the local people we met, and as we can speak Italian quiet well we have spoken to quiet a few people and they all were very nice and easy to talk to as they talk a nice Italian with no dialect.

7. Basilica di Sant'Abbondio

Via Regina Teodolinda 35, 22100, Como Italy +39 338 258 3328 [email protected] http://www.santabbondio.eu/index.html
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4.5 based on 396 reviews

Basilica di Sant'Abbondio

Reviewed By jadinaeats - Como, Italy

Access real close to Insubria University, which worth a visit too; very big and impressive. Contains historic items very peculiar to passionates.

8. Museum Moto Guzzi

Via Parodi 57, Mandello del Lario Italy +39 0341 709111 http://www.comoeilsuolago.it/ted/museomotoguzziD.htm
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4.5 based on 296 reviews

Museum Moto Guzzi

9. Museo Storico Alfa Romeo

Viale Alfa Romeo, 20020 Arese Italy +39 02 4442 5511 [email protected] http://www.museoalfaromeo.com/
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Museo Storico Alfa Romeo

The Alfa Romeo Museum has been completely renovated and is even more prestigious. The historical site in Arese has a new look and open to public with a refined arrangement that reflects Alfa Romeo's distinctive DNA. Six floors of history binding past, present and future and complimenting the achievements of an extraordinary brand, its vehicles, its technology and style.

Reviewed By AnnarosaB_13 - Sydney, Australia

I trekked out to the Alfa Museum with my Alfa tragic partner. He was in raptures, naturally, but even to a mild Alfa lover like myself, this museum, with its lively depiction of the history of the iconic brand, was a treat. The historic models on display gave a colourful and photogenic impression of the history of Alfa Romeo. What beautiful cars they are. I especially loved the video clippings of famous racing victories, and of Alfa Romeos in famous films. The red Spider in The Graduate, it has to be said, is drool-worthy. There were many models on display, and the information accompanying them was just enough to satisfy your curiosity without overburdening you with information. At the end of it all came the coffee shop - the coolest coffee shop in Italy. With options for all dietary requirements. A great morning out, strongly recommended. Go see for yourself.

10. Basilica di San Pietro in Ciel d'Oro

Piazza San Pietro in Ciel d'Oro 2, 27100 Pavia Italy +39 0382 303036 [email protected] http://santagostinopavia.wordpress.com/
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4.5 based on 419 reviews

Basilica di San Pietro in Ciel d'Oro

Reviewed By mosesloh84 - Singapore, Singapore

At first glance, you may think that this is just one ordinary church. The name of the church, San Pietro in Ciel d'Oro (St. Peter in Golden Sky), refers to the mosaics of gold leaf behind the glass tesserae, decorating the ceiling of the apse. However, the mosaics seem not very well maintained and give the impression that the splendour of this church had faded throughout the centuries. Nonetheless, the richness of this church is not in the appearance but the treasures within. You can find the tombs of St. Augustine of Hippo and a lesser known philosopher, Boethius, here. There should not be many tourists around as well, which will give you the quiet space and time to yourself.

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