Our most recommended things to do in Como

From Milan: Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise

1. From Milan: Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise

Enjoy a memorable full-day trip by luxury bus to Lake Como, world famous for its beautiful villas and gardens. Get a chance to admire the 3 branches of the lake, each with different landscapes. Stop in the town of Como for a walking tour of the city center and a visit to the neoclassical Villa Olmo and its lovely Italian garden. Next, take a relaxing cruise on the lake by private boat, and enjoy the spectacular views. Visit the colorful villages of Bellagio. Take a walk along narrow cobblestoned streets and enjoy the charming surroundings.

From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio, and Varenna Guided Day Trip

2. From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio, and Varenna Guided Day Trip

Marvel at the stunning mountain scenery around Lake Como on a guided day tour from Milan. Marvel at the Mediterranean and Alpine scenery on a summer boat cruise to Bellagio Island and Varenna, or ride the steep cogwheel line to the mountainside town of Brunate in winter. Begin your journey by bus and travel directly from Milan to Como. Join your guide on a walking tour to discover Como Cathedral and other historical gems. In summer, hop on a ferry along the lake and listen to a live commentary highlighting top villas, gardens, and other sites. Disembark at Bellagio, regarded as one of the most beautiful and idyllic towns in the region, and enjoy 2 hours of free time. Relax and savor a regional meal at one of the local restaurants. Board another ferry to the colorful Varenna. Stroll through the cobblestone corridors of this picturesque village and feel the charm of its tranquil streets. Finally, board your bus back to Milan where you can sit back and take advantage of the onboard Wi-Fi to share your photos of the day’s unforgettable memories.

From Milan: Como, Lugano and Bellagio Full-Day Tour

3. From Milan: Como, Lugano and Bellagio Full-Day Tour

Immerse yourself in the best of Swiss and Italian culture on this full-day tour. Departing from Milan, enjoy an informative commentary on the historical landmarks and the spectacular landscape along the way. Firstly you will reach the Swiss town of Lugano where you will have some free time to visit the city center and taste some Swiss Chocolate. Head to the small village of Cadenabbia, where both Queen Victoria of England and Zar Nicholas of Russia were frequent visitors. From there, take a 15 minutes cruise to reach Bellagio, also known as the “Pearl of Lake Como”. Enjoy some free time to soak up the laid-back atmosphere of this idyllic and relaxing place, and you will have time to have lunch. Hop aboard a ferry boat and you have to chance to see this lake Como from a different perspective. During the panoramic cruise, take your time to look around and see the harmony between nature and architecture. Glide past villas with their beauteous gardens and amongst untouched nature. Your last stop will be the picturesque and ever-popular city of Como. Once off the ferry, enjoy a walking tour of the city and reach the gothic cathedral, accompanied by a professional tour leader who will help you to discover the art and history of this charming city.

Como: Personal Lake Como Motor Boat Rental

4. Como: Personal Lake Como Motor Boat Rental

Rent your own boat and discover Lake Como at your own pace. Create your own adventure as you discover the beautiful lake and charming shoreside towns. Meet at Sant’Agostino su Lungo Lario Trieste. You will be escorted to the boat and given a brief explanation of the rules and functions of the vessel. You will also be given suggestions on what to see.

From Como: Lugano & Bellagio Day Trip with Lake Como Cruise

5. From Como: Lugano & Bellagio Day Trip with Lake Como Cruise

Explore the beautiful lakes and villages of Switzerland and Italy from Como with a tour leader. Marvel at the small village of Cadenabbia, enjoy a cruise from Bellagio and soak in the panoramic views of Lake Como on a full-day tour. After departing from Como, travel in a comfortable coach to the Swiss town of Lugano where you will have some free time to visit the picturesque city center and taste some Swiss Chocolate. The next stop will be the small village of Cadenabbia, where both Queen Victoria of England and Zar Nicholas of Russia were frequent visitors. From there by boat, you will reach Bellagio, also known as the “Pearl of Lake Como”. Disembarking in Bellagio, enjoy some free time to soak up the laid-back atmosphere of this idyllic and relaxing place. Later, take a panoramic cruise and get the opportunity to see the incredible Lake Como from a different perspective. During the cruise, take your time to look around and see the harmony between nature and architecture as you drift past villas with their beauteous gardens amongst untouched nature.

From Milan: Lake Como Cruise with Visits to Como & Bellagio

6. From Milan: Lake Como Cruise with Visits to Como & Bellagio

Explore one of the most picturesque regions of northern Italy on a full-day sightseeing tour to the celebrities’ favorite destination of Lake Como. Visit the beautiful cities of Como and Bellagio, take a cruise on the lake, and admire the scenic views of the region. During the bus ride out from Milan, informative commentary will be given on the historical landmarks and the spectacular landscape along the way. Upon arrival in Como, take a walking tour of the scenic town center, where nature, art and local traditions collide. Learn about the many great poets and writers who have been enchanted and inspired by the beauty of Como’s villas, gardens and fairytale atmosphere. Next, climb aboard a boat for a cruise up the lake to Bellagio, known as the “Pearl of the Lake” by those in the know. Lunch is available to purchase onboard. After, head to the Sanctuary of Madonna del Ghisallo, the patron saint of cyclists.  This is one of the most famous places for cycling enthusiasts and a destination for thousands of sportsmen from all over the world. Inside the church, you will be able to admire keepsakes, iconic jerseys, and bicycles of the most loved cyclists in the world including Coppi, Bartali, Merckx, Motta, and Pantani.

Lake Como: 3-Hour Group or Private Boat Tour with Snacks

7. Lake Como: 3-Hour Group or Private Boat Tour with Snacks

Departure from Como, in "Via Lungo Lario Trieste n28 " you will find a small pier. We will see the new Electric Life, the Voltiano Lighthouse with the Voltiano Temple. The war memorial of the First World War. Villa la Rotonda and Villa Olmo. We will then arrive in Cernobbio where we will be able to admire its centre, Villa Erba, Villa D'Este and Villa Pizzo. We will then meet the Borgo of Moltrasio with Villa Fontanelle (ex Versace) and then we will arrive at the Borgo of Laglio, made famous thanks to George Clooney with Villa Oleandra, a curious Pyramid and the Ernesto Riva shipyard, from here we pass to the opposite bank stopping at the Ravine of Nesso to admire the waterfall and have a nice swim*. (3h) Then we will continue towards Brienno, Argegno to get to admire the Isola Comacina of historical importance. Finally we could admire the wonderful Villa Balbianello (film set of Star Wars and 007 James Bond). *We continue arriving in Torno where we could see Villa Pliniana, Hotel Il Sereno and Villa Taverna. We reach Blevio with Villa Rocca Bruna (Hotel Mandarin Oriental), Villa Schouvaloff, Villa Usuelli, Cademartori and Villa Troubetzkoi. Thus returning to Como observing Villa Mirabella and finally Villa Geno and its Fountain thus arriving at the departure pier

From Como: Lugano & Bellagio Day Trip & Private Boat Cruise

8. From Como: Lugano & Bellagio Day Trip & Private Boat Cruise

Let yourself be enchanted by a wonderful panorama as you visit two countries and two lakes during this day trip experience from Como to Lugano, Cadenabbia, and Bellagio. Enjoy informative commentary and a cruise on Lake Como. Take a bus from Como and, after about a 1-hour drive, reach Lugano. Enjoy free time to visit the delightful city center and enjoy a romantic walk on the lake's shore. Transfer by bus to Cadenabbia, a small village on Lake Como’s shore and a popular holiday destination for many aristocrats such as Queen Victoria of England and Zar Nicholas of Russia. From Cadenabbia, board a cruise to reach the Bellagio, also known as the pearl of Lake Como. Spend some free time in this picturesque village. Later, marvel at the amazing landscape from the water as you take another boat ride on the lake. Admire the fascinating villas with their wonderful gardens as you head back to Como.

Lake Como: 3-Hour Boat Rental

9. Lake Como: 3-Hour Boat Rental

Experience cruising across Lake Como with this luxurious boat rental. Spend 3 hours captaining your own boat around the third-largest lake in Italy taking in the dramatic alpine scenery. Begin by hearing some instructions from a captain and learning how the boat works. Have the boat delivered to you at the dock, then, safely drive away from the pier to enjoy the lake. Take souvenir photos to share with your friends and relax in the sun. Admire the stunning neoclassical architecture of the houses bordering the lake and have fun driving your boat in the company of friends and family. Enjoy creating romantic moments and searching for famous Hollywood villas, such as George Clooney's Villa Olenadra, and Villa Balbianello, seen in 007 and Star Wars.

Como: 2-Hour Lake Como Scenic Boat Tour & Sightseeing

10. Como: 2-Hour Lake Como Scenic Boat Tour & Sightseeing

Take a private boat tour around the beautiful Lake Como. Marvel at the exquisite villas and serene nature while hearing about the history of the lake. Along the way, we will have the opportunity to admire some of the main Villas and Attractions of the first basin of the Lario. The Captain will accompany the tourist to discover the wonders of Lake Como and provide explanations (ITA -INGL) on all the beauties of the Lake. There may be variations on the selected departure time to allow for an adequate number of people to be reached for the tour. In fact, in the case of a full boat, there is the possibility of extending the tour for 30 minutes in order to reach the famous Nesso waterfalls, and the Captain will offer you some wine to toast together.

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An excellently organised day trip to all the beautiful places mentioned in the description. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and provided very valuable insights about the places - and recommended some good spots too. In my experience this was the best day trip ever for our family :) Don’t think twice, ho ahead and book it - you’ll have a great time.

It was supposed to be beautiful in summer when the flowers are blooming. We had a rainy gloomy day a day before. On this day, the sky was blue, the vision was clear and the weather just perfect. The most important satisfactory experience, we had the area all to ourselves! No tourism crush, no lines, and no waiting time.

The best experience ever, we took the trip in 1/1/2023 it was the best choice to spend this day correctly the weather was so nice (a little bit cold but not a big deal) the guide she was so nice and explains an interesting information. Recommend to everyone who is in milano to take this trip (must must!!!!)

The tour was complete and enjoyable. The Guide was very aware of everyone and reported everything. As it is a very pretty town that is worth visiting, I suppose that the lake would be much more beautiful to visit in spring, with sun and light. We went in December and it was worth the trip.

Excellent organized day activity. It worths to follow it, rather to do a solo one.