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Como lake, Italy

Lake Como

Visit Lake Como

Introduction

Lake Como, enclosed by rugged peaks, the sloping foothills of the Alps and cosmopolitan lakeside towns of Varenna, Como, Belaggio and Menaggio, is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in Italy.

Como, its principle town, is steeped in architectural and historical heritage, which is evident in its buildings, such as the Broletto (town hall), and is home to the most famous of Lake Como's villas: Villa Olmo and Villa Carlotta.

Make your stay on the shores of Lake Como unforgettable with a stay at the grand Renaissance-style palazzo Villa d'Este, a five-star hotel hailed as one of the best in the world.

Bellagio

The charming village of Bellagio is strategically positioned where the three branches of Lake Como meet, at the tip of the Bellagio peninsula that separates its two southern arms. With its panoramic lake views and clear vistas of the Italian Alps, Bellagio is known as ‘the pearl of Lake Como'.

Menaggio

Menaggio is a pretty lakeside town, just a short ferry ride from Bellagio. Its attractive harbour, shoreline promenade and surrounding hills make it a popular destination with visitors to the area. And, for those looking for outdoor activities, look no further as Menaggio boasts an 18-hole golf course and fantastic swimming, water-skiing, mountain-biking and hiking opportunities. From here, you can take boat trips and excursions to the lake's scattered gardens and beauty spots.

 

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Top itineraries in Lake Como

Varenna, Lake Como

Northern Italy and the Lakes fly-drive

13-day tailor-made self-drive from £3,135 pp incl. flights

Calm blue lakes, snow-crested mountains, grand villas and some of Italy's finest Belle Époque hotels provide the backdrop to this tailor-made driving holiday through beautiful northern Italy. Its bookended by stays among Milan's ultra-fashionable repose and Verona's fabled past.

Italian Lakes - Lake Iseo Italy

Hidden Lakes of Northern Italy

11-day tailor-made self-drive from £1,775 pp incl. flights

Explore northern Italy without the crowds, stepping a little off the beaten track to discover some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe, with stays at four of the region's lesser-known lakes.

Grand Hotel Imperiale, Lake Como

Lake Como in Style

8-day tailor-made holiday from £2,435 pp incl. flights

Showcase the splendour of one of Italy's most beautiful lakes with a week of lake-side relaxation on the shores of the glittering Lake Como.

Varenna, Lake Como

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express & Lake Como

6-day luxury rail journey from £6,310 pp incl. flights

Step back to the Grand Tours of the British gentry, pairing an opulent stay in the Italian Lakes with the Art-Deco extravagance of the world's most famous luxury rail journey.

Top places to stay in Lake Como

Villa d'Este, Lake Como

Villa d’Este, Lake Como

3-night luxury holiday from £1,740 pp incl. flights & transfers

This is your chance to enjoy palatial luxury in a property hailed as one of the best hotels in the world by Travel & Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and Forbes Travel

Grand Hotel Tremezzo

Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Lake Como

Contemporary hotel

The Grand Hotel Tremezzo is located on the shores of the beautiful Lake Como, Italy. The hotel faces directly onto Bellagio, where the two branches of the lake meet, against the backdrop of the Grigne Mountains.

Grand Hotel Imperiale, Lake Como

Grand Hotel Imperiale, Lake Como

4-night luxury holiday from £1,325 pp incl. flights & transfers

Lying at the foot of the pretty town of Moltrasio on Lake Como's western shore, the Grand Hotel Imperiale offers an attractive lakefront swimming pool and a smart restaurant with lake vistas serving excellent gourmet dishes.

Villa Crespi

Villa Crespi, Lake Orta

Historic hotel

The extraordinary Moorish palace complete with glittering chandeliers, intricate arabesques, and marble columns, combined with a renowned two-Michelin-starred restaurant run by celebrity chef Cannavacciuolo.

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When to go to Lake Como

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Lake Como is most alluring from late April right through the summer months, when the deep lake provides relief on hot, hazy days. But, this destination gets particularly busy during the month of August as resident's of neighbouring Milan flock here to lounge in the lake-side sun, so to avoid the crowds and still revel in the balmy weather, visit in May, June or September. And, it's worth noting that, even in the height of summer, extra layers are always a good idea as due to its alpine location temperatures can cool quite dramatically when the sun goes down.

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