Visit Como with a local guide and enjoy the beauty of the historical town near the lake in Italy
Visit Como with a local guide and enjoy the beauty of the historical town near
the lake in Italy. Como is a city rich in history located in the southern part
of Lake Como. It is known for the panoramic funicular and the pedestrian path
along the lake and also for all the historical monuments and places we can see
in the city.
The Gothic-style Duomo is one of the most important monument in Como together
with the “Broletto” - town hall Palace, the eighteenth century “Teatro
Sociale” and the church of San Fedele - a fine example of the Romanesque
style. Another important Romanesque church in Como is Sant'Abbondio church, at
its side stands a monastery built in the Middle Ages, which today, after being
restored, houses the Faculty of Law.
Como is also famous as one of the most appreciate tourism destination thanks
to its enviable geographical position on the shores of the lake, framed by the
embrace of the hills. Como is a city of culture and art, enjoy a cultural
journey along the alleyways of the historical city center with a professional
guide.
The old town features elements from its Roman and medieval past, as well as
religious buildings and palace. You will start the tour at Cavour's square and
be guided through the city streets to discover the famous “Broletto” - town
hall Palace, Villa Geno. You will have the possibility to take the Funicolar
to go to Brunetto and enjoy the view from Bellavista.
You will visit also the walls of Como, called Barbarossa Walls, which surround
the historic city center on three sides. The walls are still well preserved
for 70% of the original perimeter and date back to the medieval period. You
can admire the breathtaking overview from the ancient walls.
One of the important spots is Porta Torre that is one of the most interesting
examples in Italy of military architecture of Romanesque tradition and one of
the entrance gates of the city of Como. Your tour will end in Villa Olmo and
back in Cavour's square.
Local Guide