Things to do in Lake Como
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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Boat Cruise from Milan★ 4.14 (2,640) · 10h
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Lake Como & Lugano: Cruise Bellagio & Swiss Chocolate Day Trip★ 4.75 (1,693) · 11h
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Lake Como Boat Cruise & Bellagio Day Trip from Milan★ 4.47 (2,288) · 10h 30m
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Lake Como Day Trip from Milan: Bellagio & Varenna with Boat★ 4.88 (1,561) · 10h 30m€ 109View ›
Lake Como & Lugano: 2 Countries, Boat Cruise & Mountain Views★ 4.96 (1,530) · 10h€ 139View ›
Lake Como Day Trip: Bellagio, Varenna & Bellano Gorge from Milan★ 4.94 (846) · 10h–11h€ 119View ›
Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Villas & Waterfront Glamour★ 4.94 (638) · 4h€ 350View ›
Lake Como Kayak Tour from Bellagio: Rockefeller Cliffs & Villas★ 4.95 (601) · 1h 30m€ 85View ›
Lake Como Day Trip from Milan: Bellagio, Como & Boat Cruise★ 4.65 (510) · 10h€ 77View ›
Lake Como Private Speedboat Cruise: Villas & Swimming Stops★ 4.96 (457) · 2h€ 270View ›Top rated (10)
Lake Como Boat Tour: Villas, Swimming & Prosecco CruiseYou’ll cruise Lake Como from Bellagio with a local skipper, sipping chilled Prosecco as you pass famous villas like Balbianello and Melzi Gardens. Swim in calm waters near Isola Comacina, hear stories only locals know, and get rare views of lakeside villages you can’t reach by road. It’s relaxed, personal — the kind of day you’ll want to remember long after you leave.
Ghisallo Cycling Chapel tour from Bellagio: Road or e-bikeThis 3.5-hour guided cycling tour departs Bellagio and climbs to the Madonna del Ghisallo Cycling Chapel and Ghisallo Cycling Museum, the spiritual center of Italian cycling culture. You choose between a Bianchi Infinito road bike or T-Tronik e-bike, ride the official ascent of the Giro di Lombardia—a route steeped in cycling history—and visit both the sanctuary dedicated to the patron saint of cyclists and the museum's collection of memorabilia spanning over a century. A local English-speaking guide leads the group, and entry to the museum is included.Is it for me?The climb demands moderate fitness and a few hours of steady pedaling, so it suits riders who are comfortable on a bike and ready for a real ascent—the e-bike option is there if you want the motor to carry some of the load up the switchbacks.
Lake Como: Private Luxury Motorboat Cruise 1-4 HoursYou board a refitted speedboat at Como's main pier with a captain who knows the lake's history. Over 1 to 4 hours, you cruise the western shore past Villa d'Este, Versace's former home, Clooney's villa in Laglio, and stop for a swim at Villa Pliniana. Prosecco, soft drinks and water are included; the return time is yours to set.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lake Como's villas and stories without arranging your own boat or navigating the lake yourself — the captain handles the route and knows which villa belonged to whom, which is what turns a boat ride into something you actually remember.
Lake Como: Private Speedboat Tour with Villas & ProseccoYou’ll feel Lake Como shift from movie-set glamour to quiet village life as you zip by villas, gardens, and old bell towers on your private speedboat tour. There’s prosecco on board, time for a swim if you want it, plus stories from your local guide that make every stop feel personal. It’s more than just scenery — it gets under your skin.
Lake Como: Alpine Foothills Picnic & Wine with Varenna PickupYou get picked up at the Varenna pier, driven forty minutes into the Alpine foothills, and guided through a quiet forest walk to a private picnic spot overlooking the entire lake. Lunch includes local cured meats, cheese, fresh produce, and wine selected from regional producers, with your guide explaining where each item comes from. The whole experience takes three and a half hours and ends by mid-afternoon, leaving your day open.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat well and see Lake Como from a perspective most visitors never reach — the drive, walk, and meal are all arranged, so you show up at the pier and everything else unfolds without planning.
Lake Como Day Trip from Milan: Varenna, Bellagio & Boat CruiseYou take a train from Milan to Varenna for a guided walk through the village, then board a 15-minute public ferry to Bellagio and Menaggio with free time for lunch. On the return, you drive along the lake shore and into the nearby Alpine foothills, with a possible stop at a local farm or producer, before taking the train back to Milan. The whole day is managed — transport, timing, the route — so you just show up at the station.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Milan who want to see Lake Como without renting a car or navigating trains alone. Expect a full day out with early departure and evening return — that's what fits three lake towns and mountain views into one trip.
Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Clooney Villa & BellagioYou get a private boat with a driver who knows the lake's history and villas, stops at Villa Oleandra (Clooney's home), Villa del Balbianello (Casino Royale filming location), and villages like Bellagio or Tremezzo depending on your package length. Prosecco, water, and a heated cabin are included, and pickup from four lakeside towns is free — you choose how many hours you want (2 to 8) and which stops matter most to you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lake Como's famous villas and villages without the noise of a group tour or the hassle of renting your own boat and navigating the water yourself — the private format and included pickup from four lakeside towns is what makes a morning on the water feel like your own discovery instead of a scheduled stop.
Lake Como: E-Bike Tour Three Lakes, Medieval Roads & VillagesYou’ll wind through cobbled alleys in Cardano, ride steep downhills into Val Sanagra past old mills and stone bridges, pause for espresso in sleepy villages overlooking Lake Lugano, and finish with ice cream on a quiet lakeside beach—all with an e-bike (and helmet) included. Expect laughter, local stories from your guide, and moments that stick with you long after you’re back home.
Lake Como Boat Party & Open Bar with Villa BalbianelloYou board a 33-foot sailing boat at Argegno with two crew members, an open bar stocked with Prosecco and quality drinks, and a route that passes four film-location villas before stopping for a swim at Comacina Island. The return passes a Roman bridge and a waterfall. Bring a towel — it's included — and arrive 30 minutes early for paperwork.Is it for me?Book this if you want a boat party that's actually on a beautiful lake with real villas and a swim included — the open bar and the route past film locations are what make it more than just a floating bar, and the crew size (two people) is what keeps it from feeling overcrowded.
Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Villa Balbianello & BellagioYou board a private boat for four hours and see Villa Balbianello, Villa Melzi, Bellagio, and smaller villas and villages from the water instead of from a car or ferry platform. The driver controls the pace and knows where to position the boat for the best angles. Water is provided, and you return when the four hours are done.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lake Como's villas and villages from the water without the schedule of a ferry or the logistics of renting a car—the private boat and driver mean you control where you stop and how long you stay.
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Lake Como: 1-Hour Boat Tour & Clooney Villa ViewsYou board a shared Venetian boat in Como and spend an hour sailing past Lake Como's most famous villas — Clooney, d'Este, Versace — while an audio guide in your language explains what you're seeing. The captain and English-speaking hostesses are there if you have questions. Small groups, fixed price, no surprises, and you're back on shore before the afternoon is gone.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Lake Como villas and villages in one hour without renting a boat or hiring a private guide — the shared format and fixed schedule are what keep it affordable and simple.
Lake Como Boat Tour: Villas & Prosecco with Small GroupsYou board a small boat in Como town and sail past five lakeside villages, stopping to view historic villas including Villa Versace and a Russian Tsar's estate. A captain provides live commentary while you hold prosecco (or soft drink), and the boat's stability means you can actually look around instead of holding on. The whole circuit takes the first basin of Lake Como and shows you what the shore looks like when you're not standing on it.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lake Como's most famous villas and hotels from the water—a perspective you can't get from the shore—without arranging your own boat or navigating the towns yourself. The small group size and fixed route mean you spend the time looking, not organizing.
Lake Como: 1-Hour Boat Tour & Prosecco with Villa ViewsYou board a modern speedboat in Como and spend an hour cruising past Villa d'Este, Villa Erba, and a series of historic lakeside villas while holding a glass of Prosecco. An optional multilingual audio guide explains the architecture and history if you want it; otherwise, you just watch. Small groups, padded seats, and an awning keep it comfortable, and you're back in Como's center within the hour, ready to explore on foot.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lake Como's most famous villas from the water without arranging your own boat or spending a full day on the lake — the one-hour format fits easily into a Como visit, and the Prosecco makes it feel like an occasion rather than just transportation.
Lake Como Wine Tasting in Domaso with Local Food PairingsYou tour a Lake Como winery's cellar, learn how the wines are made, then taste three local wines on a panoramic terrace paired with ham, cheese, and bread. The view of the Alps and the lake is part of it. You'll need to arrange your own transport to Domaso—by car, bus, or ferry depending on where you're staying—and book ferry tickets in advance if that's your route.Is it for me?Right for wine lovers who want to understand how local wines are made while tasting them in the place they're from, with views of the lake and Alps as part of the experience. Plan to arrange your own transport to Domaso—ferry, bus, or car—and book ferry tickets ahead if that's your route, since summer demand is high.
Lake Como Wine Tasting & Italian Food with SommelierYou taste four carefully selected Italian wines guided by a professional sommelier, learning about grape varieties, regions, and winemaking as you go. Local cheeses, prosciutto, and mozzarella pair with each glass. The tasting happens in Como's center, 10 minutes from the train station, and non-alcoholic options are available if you prefer them. No transport to arrange, no schedule pressure—just wine, food, and someone who knows how to talk about both.Is it for me?This works well if you want to understand Italian wine without the formality of a large group tour, and you're staying near Como's center or arriving by train. The sommelier's expertise and the food pairings make the difference between tasting wine and understanding it.
Lake Como Food Tour: 5 tastings with local guideA small-group food tour of Lake Como led by an English-speaking local guide, tasting five traditional dishes at carefully chosen stops across the city. The tour runs 3.5 hours and includes an English-Italian guide, water, one alcoholic beverage, and the equivalent of a full meal; other languages available on request. Groups stay small so every guest gets the guide's full attention and insider knowledge about the history and traditions behind each dish.Is it for me?Book the lunch or dinner option depending on when you want to eat your way through the city—both follow the same route and tastings, just at different times of day. The small-group format means your guide can answer questions and linger at each stop instead of moving a crowd through, so you get the insider knowledge that makes the difference between a food tour and a real introduction to how Como eats.
Bellagio Wine Tasting: 6 Terrae III Wines with Lake Como ViewsA guided tasting of 6 Terrae III wines at a scenic location above Bellagio, Lake Como, paired with charcuterie and hosted in an elegant indoor tasting room or garden setting depending on weather. Round-trip pickup from Bellagio town is included, and a live English-speaking guide introduces the connection between Lake Como, Valtellina alpine vineyards, and California. Minimum age is 18.Is it for me?Choose the standard tasting if you want a full introduction to Terrae III in a relaxed afternoon without the extra wines; pick the VIP option if you're interested in comparing the house wines with a special vintage and spending more time on the deeper story.
Lake Como: E-Bike Tour Menaggio to Dongo with Local LunchYou’ll ride an e-bike along Lake Como’s quieter shoreline from Menaggio to Dongo, passing villages you’d never spot by car. With your local guide leading, there’s time for swimming if it’s warm and a relaxed lunch at a lakeside trattoria. Expect small surprises—a hidden chapel here, espresso smells there—and leave with memories that stick around longer than you think.
Lake Como: EBike City Tour with iPad Audio & Local GuideYou’ll ride an eBike through Como’s winding streets with an iPad audio guide narrating local stories as you go. Pause at grand churches, lively squares, lakeside monuments, and elegant villas — even stop for coffee if you want. With both a friendly local leader and digital insights guiding you, it’s an easygoing way to soak up Lake Como’s character without breaking a sweat.
Pasta and Tiramisu Class in Como: Learn to Cook ItalianA hands-on cooking class in Como where you learn to make fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch in a local home, guided by a Cesarina—one of Italy's network of home cooks who teach family recipes passed down through generations. The class runs three hours with a maximum of twelve people, includes an Italian aperitivo to start, and ends with tasting your dishes paired with local wines. English and Italian guides available.Is it for me?Book this class if you have a free afternoon in Como and want to learn something you'll actually use—the recipes are simple enough to remake at home, and you leave knowing how a Cesarina makes them. The small group and the home setting mean you're not in a commercial kitchen; you're in someone's actual cooking space, learning the way these dishes are made in a family.
