Lago di Como
Lago di Como
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John M
Santa Cruz, CA4,376 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2019
The combination of deep water, passenger ships, and extensive history makes Lake Como a very special place. You see so much more from the water. There is a daily slow boat that stops at each little town, and this is the one that you want.
Written March 10, 2020
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Deepayan B
Amsterdam, The Netherlands67 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022
The lake desperately needs better management of the ferry lines and more frequent ferries. Whenever a ferry arrives, there's no indication of which way tourists would board. The visitors often comprise racist dimwits who shout expletives and complain if they see people from outside Europe in the line.
Written June 10, 2022
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Jeff H
Melbourne9 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Couples
There seems to be alot of romantic hype around Lake Como propagated by the tourism industry. At the end of the day, does it really matter that George Clooney lives there. No such luxury during our visit. We didn't get to see Bellagio or any of the other towns - just 100s of stressed tourists queued up in the stifling heat, or at an understaffed ticket box for hours waiting for the ferry to arrive. To make matters worse, there was no return journey back to Como, even though it was only early afternoon. Clearly, the organization and tourism infrastructure around the lake is appalling. The best advise I can offer is not to waste your time going there.
Written November 15, 2023
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Manula1987
Rome, Italy83 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Friends
Amazing place with an amazing view. We spent two days in Como to our friends' house, having a boat trip around the lake and to Bellagio, a very small and nice village with narrow and charming streets with typical Italian shops. One of the best places in Italy worth visiting.
Written July 18, 2021
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Nicole T
3 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Couples
I have just returned from my trip to lake como. It was eventful to say the least. We were travelling from Milan - lake como. The central station in Milan is huge and busy but was such a lack of help from anybody we finally found a tourist info centre and was greeted by a very rude Italian telling me I was wasting her time I only asked “do you know which train we get on to como” I soon told her she shouldn’t be working that job if she does not want to help tourists. It was One hour train and then one hour bus to menagio where we were staying. Now this place is authentic Italy and truly stunning but most nights we couldn’t get into a restaurant we got sorry we are full I just had a feeling they did not want us there and there was visible tables not being used. there wasn’t a huge variety to choose from. Then it was Saturday night we chose a bar for some drinks and was told they don’t serve past 10:30pm. It was so annoying considering it’s Saturday night and I was on my holidays. The lack of organisation with regards to ferry’s and bus and trains is astounding they never came on the times the bus timetable stated we was waiting over an hour and half. I really love Italy but I am afraid this has put me off ever visiting again I felt so unwelcome. Somebody mentioned Italians dislike blondes and I wondered maybe this was why I didn’t have a good experience? I love Italy hate italians. Afraid I won’t be returning to spend my money here.
Written July 31, 2023
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Julie B
2 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Friends
Pretty Destination, very busy. The Bus service in Como is horrific, especially in the evening. Buses just don't show up. Taxis are pricy. The Walks and views are amazing. Great places for Foodies too. Swimming places are not easy to find, the lake is not plaisant yo swim in.
Written August 20, 2022
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Dvs
Mumbai, India33 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
In 1 restaurant which had 2 big teddy bear as I was almost done with my pizza a metallic thing pieced inside my lip & it was a sharp metal thread inside the dough & they were least bothered & NEXT day we went to the next one in the same lane & the young girl charged 18€ for minestrone soup & the menu showed 16€ . Not to admit her mistake rather argued that it’s the cover charged ( which she had already charged in the bill) & then the price has changed 🤓 she thought we were duh! That 2€ is not important but charging extra from tourist is dishonesty
Written January 9, 2024
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Jake23
New Jersey6,523 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • Couples
Lake Como is beautiful, mysterious, and amazing all in one. Some of the richest, most famous, and most powerful people in the world own property on the lake. The towns that surround the lake are beautiful and filled with shops and restaurants. Visiting Lake Como is a must do at least once in your life! It’s easy to access the many laketowns via the ferry and each has something new to offer.
Written July 24, 2022
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Annie M
Ojai, United States13 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Couples
lake Como, Milan and Verona….Insanely crowded, rude and unfriendly…there are so many other places in Europe to go to where you won’t be treated like a second class citizen. I’ve travelled all over Europe the past 40 years, something has changed in Italy. Once a charming and gracious place it has fallen victim to popularity. So much more crowded than in past years, I was given the feeling in Como especially that they don’t need, want or like tourists. We should just dump our money on the sidewalks and go home. Never again. Next year I’m going back to France and Spain.
Written September 19, 2023
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Mathias P
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Couples
Being a calm guy from Dennark, yelling at an Italian ferry employee is not second nature for me. But after being pushed by terrible information at the harbor, having bought the wrong ticket (after their guidance) and having to travel 2 hours more than planned my patience ended. I'm sorry Italian guy. I wish I could have yelled at your manager instead.
The last time I'm doing this. Glad I'm leaving for France soon.
Written August 16, 2022
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