Villa Olmo & Park
A peaceful lakeside promenade shaded by old trees — perfect for a slow walk and quiet views over the lake.
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Saturday Day
Adventures
Something for every mood — choose your own pace
Slow Down
Places to Relax
Perfect spots to enjoy Lake Como at your own pace.
Villa Geno & Fountain
A romantic walk along the water leading to a charming villa and its tall fountain rising from the lake. Ideal for sunset strolls.
View →Lido di Cernobbio
A stylish lakeside spot to sunbathe, swim, and unwind. Clear waters, mountain views, and a refreshing break from the city.
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Towns to Visit
The charming villages around Lake Como.
Como City Centre
A multitude of historical buildings, fine restaurants, museums, and local boutiques — the perfect base to explore the lake.
Bellagio
A trip to Lake Como is incomplete without a visit to its Pearl. Take the public ferry and walk to Villa Melzi gardens, the Basilica of San Giacomo and the picturesque town centre.
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Take the historic funicular (operating since 1894) from Como up to Brunate at 488m — a prime spot to see the lake from above.
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Cernobbio, Menaggio, Tremezzo, Varenna — each with its own unique character and charm.
Culture
Cultural Adventures
Historic villas with art, gardens and centuries of stories.
Villa del Balbianello (Lenno)
Built in the late 1700s on the site of a 12th-century Franciscan monastery. A wonderful collection of art, tapestries and antique furniture. Now one of Italy’s most visited FAI sites.
View →Villa Carlotta (Tremezzina)
A place of rare beauty where nature and masterpieces stand in perfect harmony. The botanical garden is a kaleidoscope of colours in every season; the museum holds works by Canova, Hayez and Thorvaldsen.
View →Villa Melzi (Bellagio)
A fascinating walk through the gardens of the former summer residence of Francesco Melzi d’Eril, vice-president of Napoleon’s Italian Republic. Vast botanical garden, museum and family chapel.
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Art Adventures
Museums celebrating Como’s rich cultural heritage.
Silk Museum
Como’s rich textile history and silk-making traditions.
View →Tempio Voltiano
Celebrating the life and discoveries of Alessandro Volta, inventor of the battery.
View →Pinacoteca Civica
Como’s Civic Art Gallery featuring timeless masterpieces.
View →Villa Bernasconi
A glimpse into early 20th-century art and architecture.
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Sport Adventures
Water sports for adrenaline seekers and relaxed riders alike.
Wakeboard Lake Como
Wakesurfing, wakeboarding, water skiing, foil surf, SUP, SUP yoga, tubing, and guided sports boat tours — whether you’re chasing adrenaline or a relaxed glide.
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Wellness Adventures
Spa experiences to relax and recharge.
Hiking
Wildlife Adventures
Self-guided trails through nature with breathtaking lake views. Wear suitable footwear.
1) Greenway
A delightful route along the western shore from Colonno, offering beautiful views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Reach the start by boat or ferry.
6 km · Minimal elevation · Easy · 2–3 hours
View →2) Sentee de Sort
A wooded mid-hill path connecting Rovenna (above Cernobbio) to Moltrasio with incredible lake views. Easy, but not recommended for those who suffer from vertigo.
2.5 km · Easy · 30 min
View →3) Monte Piatto
A small mountain settlement above Torno — about 3 km of not too demanding walking through chestnut woods.
3 km · Easy · 30–40 min
View →4) Alpe di Lemna
A moderate hike in Faggeto Lario, climbing 357m to the charming Agriturismo Alpe di Lemna — a perfect spot for local cuisine mid-trail.
5.2 km · 357m elevation · Moderate · ~2h 5min
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