Italian Lakes
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Where to stay in Italian Lakes

Como City Centre
Como City Centre is popular for its panoramic lake views. Explore top sights like Piazza Vittoria and Como Cathedral, and you can get around town on the metro at Como Nord Lago Station.

Historic Center
If you're spending some time in Historic Center, Villa Serbelloni and La Punta Spartivento are top sights worth seeing.

Aureggio
While Aureggio isn't home to many top sights, Villa Melzi Gardens and Villa Melzi are some notable places to visit nearby.

Desenzano del Garda City Centre
Desenzano del Garda City Centre is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Desenzano Castle and Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene.

Old Town Bardolino
Unique features of Old Town Bardolino include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Church of San Nicolo and San Severo or Monumento ai Marinai while you're exploring the area.

Peschiera del Garda City Centre
Unique features of Peschiera del Garda City Centre include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Porta Brescia or Panificio Brizzolari while you're exploring the area.

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Popular places to visit

Gardaland
Bring the children to Gardaland and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Ronchi. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Villa del Balbianello
As one of Lake Como’s most iconic landmarks, it’s easy to see why this historic villa has served as the setting for a number of popular movies.

Limone Sul Garda Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Limone sul Garda with a trip to Limone Sul Garda Harbour. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.

Como-Brunate Funicular
Travel to the hilltop village of Brunate on a funicular railway that is more than 100 years old. Once there, enjoy gorgeous views and follow trails through the hills.

Villa Monastero
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Villa Monastero during your travels in Varenna. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area or enjoy its local tours.

Scaliger Castle
Walk on the walls, venture down passageways and climb up a tower of this ancient fortress on Lake Garda in northern Italy.
- Gardaland
- Lake Orta
- Villa del Balbianello
- Limone Sul Garda Harbour
- Bellagio Port
- Como-Brunate Funicular
- Scaliger Castle
- Canevaworld - Aqua Paradise
- Center Aquaria Spa and Wellness Center
- Movieland
- Menaggio Beach
- Piazza Cavour
- Villa Carlotta
- Stresa Ferry Terminal
- Gardaland SEA LIFE Aquarium
- Borromean Islands
- Vittoriale degli Italiani
- Cannobio Ferry Terminal
- Villa Olmo
- Grotto of Catullus