Coming to Lake Como for a day, or two, or three - here some top places not to miss!

And of course do not forget to always enjoy some  🍕 and 🍝 

and remember Italians created meaning of Dolce fer Niete, or sweetness of doing nothing ❤️so try not to rush!

‌I am sure you will enjoy Como Lake! Tag me in the photos/videos you will take - I'd love to see your experience! @annaberdysh

Menaggio, Комо, Италия

Como, Комо, Италия

Tremezzo, Комо, Италия

Bellagio, Комо, Италия

Varenna, Лекко, Италия

Como Lake - Top Attractions

Italy, and Europe as a whole, has an incredible rail network meaning you can travel to any main location via the train without too much stress. This is a quick and easy guide to using the trains to get from one coast to the other in Northern Italy, passing Milan, Lake Como, Lake Garda and many more. 

Monza, Province of Monza and Brianza, Italy

Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Lake Como, Italy

Lake Garda, Italy

Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy

Genoa, Metropolitan City of Genoa, Italy

Verona, VR, Italy

Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

Trainhopping Northern Italy

🌸 My itinerary, thoughtfully crafted from my experience exploring Lake Como and Milan, spans to 4  days. Here's what you can expect:

🌍 Day-by-day Itinerary for Milan and Lake Como: Explore Milan and the surrounding areas, including the charming Lake Como and its picturesque villages. 

✈️ Travel Tips: Benefit from practical advice on navigating Lake Como. 

Menaggio, Côme, Italie

Bellagio, Côme, Italie

'Orrido di Nesso, Nesso, Côme, Italie

Lac de Côme, Italie

Milan, Italie

Navigli, Milan, Italie

Bellano, Lecco, Italie

Varenna, Lecco, Italie

Lenno, Côme, Italie

My Milan & Como Lake Itinerary & Tips 

🌸 Mon itinéraire, soigneusement élaboré à partir de mon expérience au Lac de Côme et à Milan, s'étend sur 4 jours. Voici à quoi vous pouvez vous attendre :

🌍 Itinéraire jour par jour pour Milan et le Lac de Côme : Milan et les environs, y compris le charmant Lac de Côme et ses villages pittoresques. 

✈️ Conseils de voyage : des conseils pratiques pour naviguer autour du Lac de Côme.

Milan & Lac de Côme Itinéraire & Tips 

Venezia, Venise, Italie

Bordeaux, France

Lecco, Italie

Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

Rome, Ville métropolitaine de Rome Capitale, Italie

Berlin, Allemagne

Caserta, Caserte, Italie

Napoli, Naples, Italie

Como, Côme, Italie

Copenhagen, Danemark

Tivoli, Ville métropolitaine de Rome Capitale, Italie

Assinie, Côte d'Ivoire

Firenze, Florence, Italie

Are you planning a trip to Lake Como but not sure where to start? This I have you covered. From the options of where to stay, how to get around and where to eat. 

Hopefully, this Lake Como guide will save you time researching so that you can start making those bookings for an amazing trip to this breathtaking region in Italy!

In this guide you will find:
- How to get to Lake Como
- Which towns to stay in on Lake Como
- Budget-friendly acommodation recommendations
- How to get around the lake 
- Which towns to visit
- What to do in each town
- Best places to eat
- Day trips from the lake

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Como, Province of Como, Italy

Italy

Complete guide to Lake Como

In this Lake Como itinerary, you'll explore some amazing non-touristy places around Lake Como, while skipping the Instagram-famous villas you might find there.

Villas are nice and beautiful, but Lake Como has much more to offer, and much of it is free of charge!

This itinerary is all about enjoying the natural gems around Lake Como and discovering charming spots during your stay. From the small and beautiful Lago di Endine and the stunning Lago di Iseo to breathtaking waterfalls and amazing views of the Swiss Alps, you'll be surrounded by stunning Alpine scenery wherever you go.

You'll finish off this itinerary by enjoying breathtaking views of Lake Como from above.

When on vacation always remember: Travel and exploration are all about the joy of discovery. So, always leave room for the unexpected on your journeys and remember – Leave No Trace Principles. You never know what delightful surprises await you!

Menaggio, Province of Como, Italy

Paradiso, Switzerland

Bellagio, Province of Como, Italy

Domaso, Province of Como, Italy

Lecco, Province of Lecco, Italy

Switzerland

Lake Endine, Province of Bergamo, Italy

Lake Iseo, Italy

Bellano, Province of Lecco, Italy

Chiavenna, Province of Sondrio, Italy

Varenna, Province of Lecco, Italy

Lugano, Switzerland

Non-Touristy Lake Como Itinerary For 5 Days

Lecco

Lecco is a city located on the southeastern branch of Lake Como, between the pristine waters of the lake and the scenic Orobian Pre-Alps.

Once a medieval hamlet, its historic town center contains well-preserved nineteenth-century and neoclassical style architectures including Palazzo delle Paure. 

A gorgeous place to stay, just a train ride away from Como

Lecco

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