Lake Como – Tourist Tips & Advice
Lake Como is one of the most famous Italian lakes, renowned for its stunning beauty, prestigious villas with lush gardens, and charming villages.
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Towns & Sightseeing
The Cities: Como & Lecco
Situated at the southern tips of the lake’s two branches. Como is famous for its silk, cathedral, and shopping. Lecco, on the eastern branch, offers a dramatic mountain backdrop and a lovely lakeside promenade.
Cernobbio & The West Bank
Going up the western branch, you’ll find the most chic area of the lake. Explore elegant villages like Cernobbio (home to Villa d’Este), Laglio, famous for their celebrity residents, up to Tremezzo and Menaggio in the central part of the lake.
Bellagio & The Golden Triangle
Sitting proudly where the lake’s branches meet, Bellagio is known as the “Pearl of Lake Como”. Together with Menaggio and Varenna, it forms the famous Golden Triangle, the heart of lake tourism.
Lifestyle & Services
Nature & Sports
Beautiful in every season, the lake offers water sports, boating, and beaches within easy reach. The surrounding hills offer scenic walking itineraries and mountain bike trails for active travelers.
Food & Gastronomy
The area is renowned for delicious cheeses (Taleggio, Gorgonzola) and cured meats (bresaola, salami,…). Don’t miss the local wines from the Montevecchia hills and enjoy the typical excellent trattorias in every little village and exquisite Michelin starred restaurants around.
