Tour guide in Como Melissa N.

Como, Italy

English, French, Italian, German

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Since Jan 10, 2023

6.0

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I'm Melissa N., your private tour guide in Como

Guide #56144

4.9 (31)

Hello, my name is Melissa and I'm a Licensed Tourist Guide. I was born in a little and characteristic village overlooking Lake Como and I still live here with my family. My two daughters take the hydrofoil every morning to reach Como to go to high school and I drive every morning from north to south, from east to west to meet my guests in villages and towns. I can say, without any doubt, that we are a real local family. Lake Como isn't just my home but it's something I feel in my soul, in my heart, in my mind. I think that for my job, knowledge is essential. To be a professional tourist guide it is important to have a rich cultural background in history, art, botany and to know all the secrets of the area. I really like to share my passion for traditions, local products and food with my guests and to give them an explosion of emotions they will remember when they go home. During the low season I follow lessons, lectures and courses to improve my own skills and I like to travel to see new countries and to visit museums and art exhibitions. I am a very active person and my hobbies are walking in the mountains and running. I find these activities a way to relax my mind but sometimes I also enjoy laying on the sofa and reading a book. I always tell my guests that one visit is not enough to get to know Lake Como so once you've been here, you need to come back! I'm waiting for you. . . Registered Tourist Guide in Como, Como Lake and Como Area. Degree in foreign languages and tourism. English studied the at Concorde school England, FSE tourism and art postgraduate course. Even if my calendar shows no availability, feel free to get in touch. I am not a driver but I can arrange a private transportation upon request by private luxury car with AC or by private boat and driver. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.

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  • Cathrine M.
    May 2026

    Our Lake Como tour with Melissa and Davida (our boat skipper) was the highlight of our 25 day trip to Italy and Croatia. Melissa’s knowledge of both Como and Bellagio and the Villas on the lake gave us insight into centuries of life around the Lake. She even directed us to silk scarf shopping in Bellagio which was the perfect souvenir to take home. The boat was a wooden...

  • Barbara M.
    May 2026

    Our booked guide could not make the tour; however, TBL found an excellent replacement in Corrado. He was knowledgeable, charming and accommodating. From the trip on the funicular to Brunate and its magnificent views of Lake Como and beyond, to walking the lovely streets of Como, Corrado's apparent love for his city shone through. Although he is not a regular TBL...

  • Jack O.
    October 2025

    Melissa was amazing, I highly recommend booking with her. She is a wealth of knowledge and gave us an exceptional time!

  • Charles M.
    September 2025

    Melissa is a knowledgeable and pleasant guide. She made the most out of a damp and chilly afternoon for us to see Como and get a sense of its history and beauty. I would highly recommend her for anyone planning a visit here.