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Lake Como: Villa del Balbianello Gardens with Ferry Tickets

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Lake Como: Villa del Balbianello Gardens with Ferry Tickets
4.1  / 5181 reviews

Visit the charming Villa del Balbianello by public boat from Lake Como. Disembark in Lenno and go on a delightful 30-minute self-guided stroll to reach the Villa.

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Max – New Zealand

Stunning villa and a lot more garden area than I expected. Only really wanted to go for the starwars terrace. Worth noting though that you can just buy a ticket off the actual website, the ferry is only required if you have no transportation, otherwise a waste of time

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Max – New Zealand
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Melissa – United States

Instructions were easy to follow. Steep climb up. I probably would’ve done a water taxi for 6 euro had I known. Faster to get to the gardens that way.

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Melissa – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • Take in Lake Como's dramatic scenery as you sail to one of its impressive villas
  • Use your roundtrip ferry tickets to reach the 18th-century Villa del Balbianello
  • Stretch your legs with a walk from the ferry terminal and along a quaint road
  • Stroll through pristine gardens while surrounded by views of the Alp's foothills
  • Stumble upon and recognize the shooting locations of famous movie scenes

Full description

Wander through the enchanting gardens of Villa del Balbianello on this trip with roundtrip ferry tickets from Lecco, Bellagio, Varenna, Tremezzo, Como, or Cernobbio. See what makes the villa a popular feature film spot and its historic towers, serving as remnants of what was once a Franciscan monastery. 

Hop on the public ferry from your selected starting point location and enjoy a ride in Lake Como. Enjoy views of handsome villas, classy hotels, charming villages, and stunning natural landscapes. Reach the Lenno ferry terminal and begin your walk to Villa del Balbianello.

Spend time exploring the villa on your own, relaxing by the terraced gardens, and embracing the scenic architecture. Once having your fill at this picturesque setting return to the ferry terminal to catch your boat back.

Embark on a 30-minute stroll from the Lenno ferry terminal at Villa del Balbianello

Arrival and entrance to Villa del Balbianello Park only

About 30 minutes walk from Villa del Balbianello to the Lenno ferry terminal

Ferry timetable from 04 November 2024 to 30 March 2025:

From Como: 10:50 - 12:06 Public boat Como - Lenno route About 30 minutes walk from the Lenno ferry terminal at Villa del Balbianello Arrival and entrance to Villa del Balbianello Park only About 30 minutes walk from Villa del Balbianello to the Lenno ferry terminal 15:55 - 17:10 Public boat Lenno - Como route From Cernobbio: 11:05 - 12:06 Public boat Cernobbio - Lenno route About 30 minutes walk from the Lenno ferry terminal at Villa del Balbianello Arrival and entrance to Villa del Balbianello Park only About 30 minutes walk from Villa del Balbianello to the Lenno ferry terminal 15:55 - 16:57 Public boat Lenno - Cernobbio route The timetable for the spring/summer 2025 season will be available from March 2025 Departures from Bellagio, Varenna, Tremezzo, Menaggio, Bellano, Lecco, Como and Cernobbio.

Includes

  • Roundtrip ferry tickets
  • Villa del Balbianello Park entry ticket
  • H24 Assistance before and during your excursion with dedicated telephone direct line
  • Villa del Balbianello interior entry
  • Guide

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes
  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • There is an approximately 30-minute walk between the Lenno ferry terminal and Villa del Balbianello

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4.1 /5

based on 181 reviews

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  • Value for money
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Max – New ZealandOctober 10, 2024  – Verified booking
Stunning villa and a lot more garden area than I expected. Only really wanted to go for the starwars terrace. Worth noting though that you can just buy a ticket off the actual website, the ferry is only required if you have no transportation, otherwise a waste of time
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Melissa – United StatesSeptember 26, 2024  – Verified booking
Instructions were easy to follow. Steep climb up. I probably would’ve done a water taxi for 6 euro had I known. Faster to get to the gardens that way.
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Alexa – BelgiumSeptember 9, 2024  – Verified booking
It was perfect. It didn't stop raining, and we still had an amazing day.
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Product ID: 484192

Activity provider:RIGAMONTI VIAGGI SRL

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