Discover Como Private Walking Tour: History & Hidden Gems
About this experience
Located on the southern shore of Lake Como, the luxurious city of Como is among Italy’s most scenic destinations. Get a feel for Como’s charms on this private, 2-hour walking tour. From its pretty piazzas and its lakefront to its medieval houses and its white-marble Duomo, you’ll want to bring along a camera to capture this photogenic city.
Set out at 10 am and meet your guide at the Piazza Volta. From there, embark on a private, 2-hour walking tour of Como, located in northern Italy’s gorgeous Lake Como.
On this walking tour, you’ll be shown the city’s must-see sights, while your guide schools you in the region’s history. Visit Piazza Cavour — the town’s main square — and the lovely Piazza Volta (named in honor of the Como-born Alessandro Volta, the inventor of the battery). Explore Cortesella, the city’s medieval old town.
Your tour concludes back at the centrally located Duomo.
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What’s included
- Private guide
- Walking tour
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Set out at 10 am and meet your guide at the Piazza Volta. From there, embark on a private, 2-hour walking tour of Como, located in northern Italy’s gorgeous Lake Como. On this walking tour, you’ll be shown the city’s must-see sights, while your guide schools you in the region’s history. Visit Piazza Cavour — the town’s main square — and the lovely Piazza Volta (named in honor of the Como-born Alessandro Volta, the inventor of the battery). Explore Cortesella, the city’s medieval old town. Next, visit the Duomo, Como’s best-known landmark. Constructed from white marble, the beautiful cathedral is often described as the last Gothic cathedral constructed in Italy. Built over the course of several centuries, it showcases an intriguing blend of architectural influences. Your tour continues through Como’s Piazza San Fedele and past the city’s medieval fortification walls, beyond which lies the modern center of Como. As you wander through the city, enjoy views of the sparkling lake that makes this region famous. Your tour concludes back at the centrally located Duomo.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Guide
- Guided tour in English, German, Italian, French, and Spanish
- Start times
- 10:00 · 16:00
Know before you go
- Public transportation nearby
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes and attire is recommended
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
Cancellation policy
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
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Meeting point
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Piazza Alessandro Volta, 26
- Address
- 26 Piazza Alessandro Volta, CO Como, 22100, IT
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 45.81167, 9.07923
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 2 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English, German, Italian, French, and Spanish
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Piazza Alessandro Volta, 26, 26 Piazza Alessandro Volta, CO Como, 22100, IT.
From AED 1,029 per booking
