Things to Do

Located in the Hotel Bellavista, right on the lake with a gorgeous view. The new chef comes from a Michelin-starred restaurant. Can be a little pricey, but worth it for a special evening.

Great food at very affordable prices, right down the street from the apartment. A reliable go-to for a casual evening.

A nice wine bar with outdoor seating just off the main square on Via Enrico Caronti. Perfect for an evening aperitivo.

A bakery with awesome focaccia and other baked goods. Great for a quick breakfast or snack.

Nice location right on the lake. Reviews of the food are mixed, but the setting is lovely.

Excellent food in downtown Menaggio with local specialties. A solid choice for authentic regional cooking.

Somewhat limited menu, but everything is great — local specialties and homemade pastas.

Excellent authentic Neapolitan pizza. You can come for lunch or dinner without a beach club reservation.

A well-regarded lakeside restaurant in Bellagio.

Exceptional food with outdoor dining, though no lake view. Worth the visit for the cuisine alone.

A cozy wine bar in Bellagio with charcuterie and light snacks. Great for a relaxed evening.

A nice pizzeria in Bellagio for a casual meal.

Great location at the very tip of the Bellagio peninsula, where the lake divides. Stunning views.

A nice restaurant above Bellagio with an incredible panoramic lake view. The restaurant offers a shuttle service to bring you up.

Sunset cocktails on the terrace bar here are a must. One of the most beautiful spots on the lake.

In the center of Varenna with excellent food. A reliable choice every time.

Also in the center of Varenna, with excellent food. Hard to go wrong here.

A bar in Varenna with a great lake view. Perfect for aperitivos, light food, and gelato.

A great spot for lunch, aperitivos, or gelato on a lakeside terrace. The hotel restaurant, Visteria, offers fabulous tasting menus for a special occasion.

A lakeside restaurant in Lenno, nicely combined with a visit to Villa del Balbianello — a boat to the villa leaves from the dock right at the restaurant. Otherwise it’s about a 20-minute walk.

A charming local restaurant in Sala Comacina.

Just past Argegno — amazing food in a beautiful lakeside setting. You can get there via the C10 bus, or arrive by boat!

The cocktails on the lakeside bar are expensive, but this is an absolute must-do at least once. The setting is unforgettable.

One of our absolute favorites. Be sure to take the boat from Lenno if it’s running. Book tickets online in advance.

Beautiful gardens in Bellagio. Book tickets online in advance.

Two adjacent villa gardens in Varenna, easily visited together. Book tickets online in advance.

A stunning villa and botanical garden between Tremezzo and Cadenabbia. Book tickets online in advance.

Awesome viewpoint above Varenna. It’s a steep climb, but well worth it for incredible panoramic views of Lake Como — plus there’s a Biergarten at the top!

A rewarding hike with awesome views of the lake. The rifugio (mountain hut) is a great rest stop.

A fun funicular ride from the town of Como up to Brunate with panoramic views.

A beautiful walking path along the western shore of the lake, passing through charming villages and gardens.

Impressive waterfalls just north of the lake. A great half-day excursion.

Dramatic ravines and gorges in Bellano, accessible via a walkway. A unique experience.

A picturesque gorge and waterfall in the small village of Nesso.

The views from the regular ferries are already fantastic, but a private boat tour of Lake Como is a special experience.