Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Lake Como
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Lake Como, Italy — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Bellagio.
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Top pick
Bellagio
The most famous village — boutiques, restaurants, the steamer ferry hub.
6 min walk from center
#2
Varenna
Quieter east-shore village — gardens, harbour terraces, less crowded.
2 min walk from center
#3
Como
Largest town at the lake’s southern tip — train station, silk museum, weekend market.
14 min walk from center
Getting around
NLC ferries cross the lake every 30 minutes; trains from Milan reach Como in 30 minutes.
Buy a one-day ferry pass — much cheaper than three single tickets between villages.