Guidebooks Como

Well-equipped, lively and welcoming, the tourist centres of the province of Como offer visitors the possibility to discover a remarkably wide array of tourist itineraries which are able to suit the needs of both the lovers of open-air holidays looking for unspoilt natural landscapes and those interested in art and culture flocking to lovely old towns scattered with precious monuments and works of art.

Como, the provincial capital, is one of the most appreciated resorts. Its city centre, which is scattered with precious monuments and ancient restored villas, overlooks Lake Como, thus offering visitors the possibility to enjoy breathtaking views over its shores. Regular ferry boats connect  Como with other famous tourist resorts, such as Bellagio, Cernobbio, the Comacina Island and Argegno.

The lake is surrounded by impressive mountains which attract the lovers of winter sports giving them the opportunity to perform trekking, cycling and mountain biking, as well as to take advantage of famous ski slopes, such as the one of Mount San Primo, situated a short distance from Bellagio.

Lake Lugano marks the watershed between Como and Ticino Canton. The Swiss shore hosts the centre of Campione d’Italia, the only Italian exclave in the world. Campione d’Italia is mainly famous for its modern Casino, but it is also characterized by sweeping views, impressive mountains and the rich artistic heritage of its old town.