Why plan a trip to Lake Como?
Lake Como is where Italian charm meets alpine elegance. A thoughtfully planned travel itinerary lets you cruise the lake, explore historic villas, and unwind in stylish lakeside towns like Bellagio and Varenna.
Como
Best Starting Point for Exploring the Region
Bellagio
A Great Destination for Foodies
Brunate
An Unbeatable View of Lake Como
Lake Como highlights
Como
The city of Como is one of the must-see destinations around Lake Como and a perfect starting point for your travel itinerary. Explore the stunning Gothic cathedral—one of the most impressive in Italy—and visit the historic Broletto, Como’s medieval town hall. For a deeper look into the region’s past, stop by the Museo Didattico della Seta, which traces the history of the local silk industry. And don’t miss the funicular ride up the hillside to the village of Brunate for sweeping views of the lake and mountains.More...
Practical information for your trip
The best time to visit Lake Como is from May to September. This is when the temperatures in northern Italy are warm, the sun shines frequently and there is less rainfall. Ideal conditions for a successful vacation!
For a one-week vacation at Lake Como, you can expect to budget around $2,150 per person, excluding flights. That breaks down to about $305 per day. This budget covers a stay in a comfortable 3-star hotel, group activities like wine tastings or kayaking tours, a mid-range rental car, and meals at casual local restaurants.
Lake Como is located in Italy in Central European Time (CET).
Lake Como is located in Italy and uses the euro (€) as its official currency.
U.S. citizens do not need a visa to visit Lake Como. Italy is part of the Schengen Area, which allows travelers from the U.S. to enter visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period with a valid passport.
Italian is the official language in Italy and therefore also on Lake Como.
We recommend spending at least three days and nights on Lake Como so that you can discover the region's best attractions.
Lake Como is located in northern Italy, about 37 miles north of Milan and roughly 300 miles north of Rome. It also borders Switzerland and sits around 150 miles east of the French border—making it a great base for exploring multiple regions of Europe.
It is best to fly to Milan (Malpensa or Linate) or Bergamo. From there, the drive to Como takes about 1 hour.
