Title: Visit Italian Lakes: Best of Italian Lakes Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com

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# Italian Lakes

## Travel Guide

![View on Esino Lario from Passo di Agueglio, Esino Lario, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000028081/aa9ce689-acc1-4ba7-8417-0d0d8c1e2414.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Monte Due Mani, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339637/ae109de8-2e57-4846-940a-3d3fc0b89ce9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![View from Terrazza del Brivido (Shudder Terrace), Tremosine, Garda Lake, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049912/140c7ca8-a9ca-4097-acc3-097f70e859e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![New friendship born in the waters of Lake Como and in the morning coolness.
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![The picturesque old town of Sirmione, the best place ever for ice cream!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11088/ab2e9f2b-282d-4d4d-9870-e236c9695e29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Italian Lakes

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Italian Lakes

![Piazza Vittoria which includes heritage architecture and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076828/1cd0c5a4-6330-49bb-9986-c1c64cdd2f66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Como City Centre

5/5(129 area reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.com/Como-Como-City-Centre.dx553248633938943685)

![the historic center of Varenna on Lake Como Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/919151747715493888/a9cb1666-8de5-4213-b055-a0948228319d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Historic Center

 While visiting Historic Center, you might make a stop by sights like Villa Serbelloni and San Giacomo Basilica. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bellagio-Historic-Center.dx919151747715493888)

![Panorama of Desenzano del Garda town with red tiled roof buildings, Garda Lake water, Monte Baldo mountain range, Sirmione peninsula, Lombardy, Northern Italy. Aerial panoramic view of Desenzano](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938945253/1f80e709-b85b-40b5-9ca1-5afd90768380.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Desenzano del Garda City Centre

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.com/Desenzano-Del-Garda-Desenzano-Del-Garda-City-Centre.dx553248633938945253)

![Peschiera del Garda, Italy. The beautiful historical city center. The water canals and ancient wall around the city. Garda Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810303109/6418cf2d-2b76-4e24-a877-8b56922f5a28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Peschiera del Garda City Centre

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

 Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Peschiera del Garda City Centre. You might consider a stop by Panificio Brizzolari while you're exploring the neighborhood. 

[](https://expedia.com/Peschiera-Del-Garda-Peschiera-Del-Garda-City-Centre.dx553248635810303109)

![View of Bellagio from the water of Lake Como.
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### Aureggio

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

[](https://expedia.com/Bellagio-Aureggio.dx919145211389734912)

![Bellagio - Pescallo - Lago di Como](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/919147414445805568/5e992152-ab94-4843-b3a1-ab84fa72c162.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Pescallo

 While there might not be top attractions in Pescallo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bellagio Port and Villa Serbelloni. 

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- Italian Lakes Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Italian Lakes

![Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1270100/1270067/c53d3c29_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Palace Hotel

Lungo Lario Trieste, 16 Como CO

$274 nightly

$314 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Como. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

all was perfect

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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![Hotel Barchetta Excelsior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14200/14103/9a3ce571_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Barchetta Excelsior

Piazza Cavour 1 Como CO

$230 nightly

$265 total

Apr 15 - Apr 16

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Smiley staff, relaxed glamour, great food & accommodation - waking up looking at Lake Como is delightful

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

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Hilton Lake Como

Via Borgo Vico 241 Como CO

$255 nightly

$292 total

Mar 28 - Mar 29

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (846 reviews)

Everything was awesome

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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Campeggio del Garda

Lungo Lago Garibaldi, 15 Peschiera del Garda VR

Book a stay at this beach campground in Peschiera del Garda. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Gardaland and Parco ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (565 reviews)

Great location from the lake about 50m walk. Where there is beach area. Little shop on site with everything you would need, fresh bread and pastries every morning. A short walk from the main town which has restaurant's and cocktail bars. Bus, train and ferry all short walk

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![Residence Diaz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5540000/5539700/5539608/3dc1ac30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Residence Diaz

Via Diaz, 86 Como CO

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Como-Brunate ...

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![Residence Ca' del Lago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1720000/1711000/1710948/68771c62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Residence Ca' del Lago

Via Gabriele D'Annunzio 193 Torri del Benaco VR

Stay at this aparthotel in Torri del Benaco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Museo del Castello Scaligero and Est Garda ...

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### Popular places to visit

![Lake Como showing boating, a bay or harbor and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076838/9cc85bd1-c8cc-4f6a-8aa3-e658737bd767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Villa del Balbianello

4.5/5(50 reviews)

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.

[](https://expedia.com/Villa-Del-Balbianello-Tremezzina.d6076838.Vacation-Attraction)

![High angle view of Lake Garda, Limone, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621591002861/c4c69ffc-98a0-42d4-971f-0c92c2ff7ffd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Limone Sul Garda Harbour

4.5/5(10 reviews)

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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Limone-Sul-Garda-Harbour-Limone-sul-Garda.d553248621591002861.Vacation-Attraction)

![Beautifull aerial panoramic view from the drone to the Varenna - famous old Italy town on bank of Como lake. High top view to Water landscape with green hills, mountains and city in sunny summer day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162760/e36a5b42-5520-4f3b-8af4-aa31722ce421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bellagio Port

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Bellagio Port and enjoy other activities such as boating in Bellagio. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the local tours. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bellagio-Port-Bellagio.d6162760.Vacation-Attraction)

![📍Lago di Ledro, Italy 🇮🇹](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123809/b4db83a3-e025-4d35-884d-bc0e33b81b96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Lake Ledro

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Ledro during your travels in Ledro. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. 

[](https://expedia.com/Lake-Ledro-Ledro.d6339325.Vacation-Attraction)

![View through an open window with shutters looking down on the colorful picturesque village of Varenna, Italy, on the shores of Lake Como at summer.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532506265/b33b58c1-8821-4ce6-b356-5613bcf95b9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Menaggio Beach

Explore the great outdoors at Menaggio Beach, a lovely green space in Menaggio. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Menaggio-Beach-Menaggio.d553248621532506265.Vacation-Attraction)

![Varenna villa and gardens in Lake Como, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076846/5169e73a-c808-46f5-8a5c-89b5ebf614a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Villa Monastero

4/5(3 reviews)

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

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## Cities near Italian Lakes

![Lugano featuring flowers and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2157/afeb854b-0b00-4dd7-83c0-2bf457294011.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Lugano

![Gardone Riviera](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4312/ead3dc5b-9155-401a-a9de-d46b73b899ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Gardone Riviera

![Cernobbio which includes a small town or village, street scenes and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4315/104f3aee-dcc0-44e4-91cb-4fef327eb80d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Cernobbio

![Menaggio which includes a fountain and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4319/10f33e77-6b34-447c-8dc6-7be83ac38da3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Menaggio

- Cities near Italian Lakes
- Places of interest

[Lugano](https://expedia.com/Lugano.dx2157)[Gardone Riviera](https://expedia.com/Gardone-Riviera.dx4312)[Cernobbio](https://expedia.com/Cernobbio.dx4315)[Menaggio](https://expedia.com/Menaggio.dx4319)[Castione della Presolana](https://expedia.com/Castione-Della-Presolana.dx4351)[Belgirate](https://expedia.com/Belgirate.dx4836)[Stresa](https://expedia.com/Stresa.dx4874)[Riva del Garda](https://expedia.com/Riva-Del-Garda.dx4881)[Varese](https://expedia.com/Varese.dx4884)[Bussolengo](https://expedia.com/Bussolengo.dx4929)[Como](https://expedia.com/Como.dx4937)[Desenzano del Garda](https://expedia.com/Desenzano-Del-Garda.dx4939)[Luino](https://expedia.com/Luino.dx4949)[Pescantina](https://expedia.com/Pescantina.dx4962)[Sirmione](https://expedia.com/Sirmione.dx11088)[Bardolino](https://expedia.com/Bardolino.dx55248)[Orta San Giulio](https://expedia.com/Orta-San-Giulio.dx55385)[Verbania](https://expedia.com/Verbania.dx55450)[Moltrasio](https://expedia.com/Moltrasio.dx55536)[Toscolano Maderno](https://expedia.com/Toscolano-Maderno.dx179102)[Milan](https://expedia.com/Milan.dx180012)[Azzate](https://expedia.com/Azzate.dx181282)[Malcesine](https://expedia.com/Malcesine.dx500112)[Porlezza](https://expedia.com/Porlezza.dx500116)[Arona](https://expedia.com/Arona.dx500600)

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- [Lake Orta ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Orta-Piedmont.d6055013.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Limone Sul Garda Harbour ](https://expedia.com/Limone-Sul-Garda-Harbour-Limone-sul-Garda.d553248621591002861.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Bellagio Port ](https://expedia.com/Bellagio-Port-Bellagio.d6162760.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Parco Natura Viva ](https://expedia.com/Parco-Natura-Viva-Veneto.d6128570.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Lake Ledro ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Ledro-Ledro.d6339325.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Menaggio Beach ](https://expedia.com/Menaggio-Beach-Menaggio.d553248621532506265.Vacation-Attraction)
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- [Como-Brunate Funicular ](https://expedia.com/Como-Brunate-Funicular-Como.d6165951.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Villa Monastero ](https://expedia.com/Villa-Monastero-Varenna.d6076846.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Movieland ](https://expedia.com/Movieland-Lazise.d6128566.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Gardaland SEA LIFE Aquarium ](https://expedia.com/Gardaland-SEA-LIFE-Aquarium-Castelnuovo-del-Garda.d553248621573139873.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Scaliger Castle ](https://expedia.com/Scaliger-Castle-Sirmione.d6076856.Vacation-Attraction)
- [La Rocca ](https://expedia.com/La-Rocca-Riva-del-Garda.d6076872.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Vittoriale degli Italiani ](https://expedia.com/Vittoriale-Degli-Italiani-Gardone-Riviera.d6076902.Vacation-Attraction)
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- [Como Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Como-Cathedral-Como-City-Centre.d6076806.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Villa Serbelloni ](https://expedia.com/Villa-Serbelloni-Historic-Center.d6076850.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Center Aquaria Spa and Wellness Center ](https://expedia.com/Center-Aquaria-Spa-And-Wellness-Center-Sirmione.d6251868.Vacation-Attraction)
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- [Lake Varese ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Varese-Lombardy.d6050429.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Branch of Lecco ](https://expedia.com/Branch-Of-Lecco-Lombardy.d553248635975102821.Vacation-Attraction)
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