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Bellagio - the pearl of Lake Como. What to see, what to do and where to eat? A Day in Bellagio.
Bellagio is considered one of the most beautiful places on Lake Como and one of the loveliest spots I've seen so far in this part of Italy. It has everything – mountains, a lake, lots of greenery, a stunning park, and a charming promenade. Of course, there are also plenty of tourists here. However, it's hard to blame them, as Bellagio is often called the pearl of Lake Como.
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In this post, you'll learn what to see in Bellagio, where to eat, and how to spend your time there – it's a mini guide and an answer to how to plan a day at Lake Como.
How to get to Bellagio?
You can reach Bellagio in two ways – by ferry or car. We opted for the car. From Milan, we headed towards Lecco, and later, the road becomes narrower, resembling mountain serpentine roads. During peak traffic, the drive can be a bit difficult, but the views are worth it. The vast panorama of the mountains and Lake Como on the left side is breathtaking.
You can also reach Bellagio by ferry from Varenna, which is well connected to Milan's city center.
From Milano Centrale station, take a train to Varenna Esino station. It's then just a 10-minute walk to the ferry dock. Along the way, you'll pass Lecco – another popular spot on Lake Como. Lecco – kolejne popularne miejsce nad jeziorem Como.
Where to park in Bellagio
Here's an address – you can head straight towards Via Valassina. On the way, you'll likely pass several parking spaces that, depending on the time of day, may be available. Unfortunately, on a Saturday afternoon, we couldn't park any closer.
Around Via Valassina, when you step out of the car, you'll see a stunning panoramic view of the mountains surrounding the lake – a nice bonus right at the beginning of your tour.
Coffee and cornetto – a quick Italian breakfast in Bellagio
The rule is – when you arrive in a new place, always head to a bar to find a delicious coffee. Only then can you continue exploring! That’s exactly what we did in Bellagio.
If you're looking for a place to have coffee and an Italian cornetto, I recommend Pasticceria Castelli. The prices aren't the lowest, but Bellagio is more expensive than other Italian towns. There weren’t many seats, but we took our coffee and croissant to go, enjoying the lovely weather.
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi
With coffee in hand, we continued down Via Giuseppe Garibaldi. Here you can see the beautiful, colorful buildings that you’ve likely seen in online photos of Lake Como. The beautiful shutters and well-kept buildings are incredibly photogenic, and in person, they make just as great an impression as in the pictures. It's very touristy, but beautiful!
Salita Serbelloni – the most famous alley in Bellagio
Walking along Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, you can turn onto Salita Serbelloni – one of the most photographed spots in Bellagio. Here, you'll find lots of small shops and restaurants. It's worth taking a walk down this narrow street with a stunning view of Lake Como.
Piazza della Chiesa and the Basilica di San Giacomo
We reached Piazza della Chiesa, where the Basilica di San Giacomo is located. It's an example of Romanesque-Lombard architecture. We also had some ice cream and another coffee here, but the prices were much higher than usual in Italy.
La Punta Spartivento – the viewpoint on Lake Como
The furthest point on the map of Bellagio is La Punta Spartivento. It's a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the town – surprisingly, it doesn't attract too many tourists. There's also a small park here where many people were relaxing on the grass! This is where we took a few photos before heading back towards the center of Bellagio.
Piazza Mazzini
Walking along the scenic path with views of Como, you can reach Piazza Mazzini – one of the main squares in Bellagio, with a beautiful view of Lake Como's panorama.
Parco Martiri della Libertà
This park is a little further from the main walking route, but it's one of my favorite spots in Bellagio. I recommend staying here for a while to enjoy the views. We arrived here on our way back to our car.
Villa Melzi and Garden Tour
Another place worth visiting is the gardens of Villa Melzi.
Villa Melzi została zbudowana w latach 1808 – 1810 dla wiceprezydenta Republiki Włoskiej w czasach napoleońskich – Franciszka Melzi d’Eril.
Villa Melzi is open from March to October. It’s worth checking the current opening hours and ticket prices directly onthe Giardini di Villa Melzi website.
Currently, an entrance ticket costs 10 euros, and children up to 11 years old can enter for free.
San Giovanni
San Giovanni is a small town located about 2 kilometers from Bellagio. It's worth taking a walk along Lake Como towards San Giovanni. I especially recommend it in the spring and summer season when tourists flock to Bellagio. In such a case, a walk to San Giovanni can be a wonderful alternative.
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