The best of Como: private cruise and guided tour of the historic center

Como, IT

Highlights

  • Private cruise on Lake Como
  • Guided walking tour of historic center
  • Admire the Renaissance works of art in the Cathedral of Como
  • Explore the architectural beauty of the "Broletto"
  • Discover the ancient Roman ruins and city walls

Meeting Point

In front of the Hotel Excelsior Barchetta

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End Point

In front of the Hotel Excelsior Barchetta

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What to expect

1

Tempio Voltiano

The guided tour of Como starts from the lake, where you will admire two symbolic monuments of the city: the Volta Temple, dedicated to Alessandro Volta, inventor of the electric battery and the Monument to the Fallen of Terragni. From here you will take a cruise (duration: 1 hour) in the lower basin of Lake Como.

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Cathedral of Como (Duomo)

At the end of the panoramic cruise you will return to Como to continue the guided walking tour of the historic center. The Duomo is a fundamental stage, where you will enter to admire the Renaissance works of art preserved here.

Duration 45 minutes
Admission Admission Included
3

Broletto

Next to the Cathedral you will admire the architectural beauty of the "Broletto", a former municipal seat and public theater, famous for the sculptural decorations made by the Comacine masters.

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
4

Basilica di San Fedele

Among the religious buildings of Como we will also visit the oldest church in the city, already a pagan temple in Roman times.

Duration 15 minutes
5

Porta Torre

The Roman foundation of the city is easily understood from the thistle and decuman planimetry. The city is still surrounded on 3 sides by ancient walls, rebuilt in medieval times. The Porta Torre is one of the ancient entrances and is a civil architecture that is still very well preserved.

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Additional information
    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What our experts say

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    Try local gelato at Gelateria Pasticceria
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    Visit Villa Olmo for beautiful gardens
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    Explore Cernobbio's lakeside promenade
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    Check out local artisan shops near the Duomo
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    Arrive early to avoid crowds at the Cathedral

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