Holidays to Lake Como (Updated 2025)

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Discover one of the largest and spectacular lakes in Italy

If you fancy exploring an array of colourful villages and vibrant gardens with a stunning lake and the Alps as a back drop, then Lake Como is perfect for you. Different from your usual city break,Lake Como is one hour north from Milan and is a quaint and relaxed place to visit offering a simplistic and relaxed retreat. Lake Como is perfect all year round and no matter the weather, there is always something to see and do.

The ‘y’ shaped lake is positioned with bright colourful buildings dotted around framing the deep blues of the breathtaking body of water. This luxurious destination is bursting with grand architecture, gardens and art. Everywhere you go in and around Lake Como is an attraction; even simply just taking a stroll down one of the streets of Como is a spectacle in itself.

Things to do in Lake Como

Take part in a range of exciting watersportsLake Como

Whether you prefer to relax on a boat and take in your surroundings or are adrenaline junkies and wish to take part in some extreme water sports, Lake Como provides it all. Rowing is one of the most traditional water sports tourists like to carry out when visiting the area. It gives a perfect opportunity to explore the shores and witness some more incredible views. Another way to explore all areas of the lake is by Lake Cruise or even from a kayak tour if you are feeling more adventurous. For those who love to try new things there are a lot of water sports companies dotted around the lake so you can hire out a range of different boats and activities. One of these includes the chance to go water skiing or wake boarding for those keen to try something fun and have an action packed holiday. When visiting Lake Como no matter what type of holiday you are planning there is guaranteed to be a water based sport for everyone.

Immerse yourself in the art and cultureLake Como

The culture in Lake Como is fascinating, around every corner you find out a little bit more about the stunning towns dotted along the shorelines. The main feature of history in this area is the Renaissance architecture, the Como cathedral is a must see and is the last of gothic cathedrals built in Lombardy. Due to having contributions from a number of architects and artists the cathedral contains a mix of different architectural styles and a wide selection of art and sculptures inside as well. Varenna is a great place to visit as its bursting with culture. There is the Castello di Vezio, a medieval castle surrounded by an olive grove to explore, the beautiful gardens at Villa Cipressi and the start of the shortest river in Italy to discover. Wherever you decide to explore in Lake Como you will discover a large amount of fascinating history and culture around every corner.

Hike around the beautifully scenic mountainsLake Como

The mountainous landscapes offer some amazing views down onto the Lake Como and this is a spectacle for the area with 140 different hiking routes up and around the Alps.The majority of the hikes are for more skilled hikers but there are smaller, easier routes available as well. The pyramid like shape of the Alps Mountain is more of a tricky climb for more skilled hikers. This structure shadows the lake below it and when you get to the peak you get an outstanding panoramic view of the blissful surroundings. Another great hiking trail is the Via dei Monti Lariani, which is a long-distance footpath in the hills toward the west side of Lake Como. This hike is over the course of a few days so for those more adventurous and keen on exploring, this would be the perfect choice. The Rifugio Menaggio is for those who aren’t extreme hikers and simply want to seek out some nice views. This route offers the most unique and spectacular glimpse of Lake Como below.

When to visit Lake Como

The best times of year to visit this stunning destination is between March and November. This is down to this being the time where the sun shines the most and the area is at its hottest. July and August have the best weather so holiday goers tend to visit at these times but this means it can also be a busy period. This is why many opt to visit slightly outside these times, such as late May/ June or September because it means that you miss the crowds but the sun is still shining providing a perfect heat to holiday in.

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