Lake Como Travel Guide: Sightseeing, Hotel, Restaurant & Shopping Highlights

Located in the Lombardy region in northern Italy, Lake Como is one of the most picturesque tourist destinations in Italy. The beauty of the lake and its surrounding areas has made it a favorite vacation spot for the rich and famous. The beauty of Lake Como has featured in many novels, stories, movies, and music videos. The stunning Alps, grand lakeside villas, medieval churches and the serenity of nature make it a tourist magnet attracting visitors year round. Lake Como - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Como - Outdoor Activities - Funicular Railway - Como Cathedral - Teatro Sociale - Volta Temple - Bellagio - Villa Serbelloni - Villa Melzi - Churches in town - Menaggio - Varenna - Castello Di Vezio - Villa Monastero - Tremezzo - Villa Carlotta - Comacina Island - Lake Maggiore - Madesimo Ski Resort - Recommendations for a Budget Traveller - Places to Stay - Albergo Milano Hotel - Hotel Bellavista - NH Pontevecchio - Hotel Plinius - Best Western Hotel Continental - Places to Eat - Barchetta - Antica Darsena - La Vista - Albergo Valtellina - Crott del Meo - Places to Shop - Azalea - Adhoc - Max Mara - Decio - Street Markets - Como