Choose a currency
Private tour in Como Alessandra F
Como Center and Villa Olmo Half Day Walking Tour
5.0
(6) reviews
-
3 hours
1
Tour date
Start time
-
3 hours
1
Alessandra F.
5.0
Guide rating
114
Reviews
Tours delivered
6 hrs
Avg. response time
Ciao, buongiorno! My name is Alessandra and I'm a true local in Como area, as I was born and grew up here. I'm a Licensed Tourist Guide and a Tour Director, and I love sharing the beauties of Lake Como and the local stories area with people interested in discovering the area. I graduated in Art History at Bologna University and studied Photography in Milan. When I'm not working as a private guide, I teach Photography and, in my free time, I love traveling around the world. I have 2 kids, one is a teenager and the other a baby, so they keep me always pretty busy! I enjoy working with families and kids and I'd be more than happy to plan a tailor-made tour for you. Please contact me if you need any info or you have any doubt. Lake Como area has a lot to offer. Together we could discover this city, founded by the Romans more than 2000 years ago and considered to be one of the most lovely cities in Northern Italy, or we could get on a boat to have a look at the stunning villas on the shores of Lake Como. We could take the funicular, a kind of cable car that will take us on the top of a hill to get an amazing view over Como and the sorrounding mountains, or we can enjoy a scenic cruise to Bellagio, "the pearl of Lake Como", a quaint village well-known in the world for the landscape and the athmosphere. Looking forward to meeting you in Como! Professional Guide license, Como Province (Italy) - 2015 Tour Leader license, Lecco Province (Italy) - 2013 BA with honors, Art History, University of Bologna (Italy) - 2003 I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Alessandra F.
Discover Como centre and the beauty of 18th century original villa, reaching it walking by the lake
Overview of your Como tour
A tour to discover the highlights of the centre of Como and relax with a pleasant walk on the so called "stroll of the Romantic villas", where on one side we'll have the lake and the view and, on the other, the mansions built here since the 18th century. The lakeside promenade connecting the public gardens area with Villa Olmo is where the locals go when they need a relaxing break. I love the history of this place, created by the mayor of Como in the 50s by convincing the private owners of the villas there that everyone had the right to enjoy the natural beauty of this corner of Como. His name was Lino Gelpi and the promenade, which will take us on old boathouses, glimpses of historical gardens, swans and ducks, centuries-old trees and remarkable architectures is now named after him. Here is where, in the Renaissance, it was built the first history museum. At the end, if open, we'll enter Villa Olmo, a good example of an historical villa with a frescoed ballroom and a 92 seats opera house inside.
Your Como tour itinerary
1 - Pick up at your hotel if in the city centre/meeting in Piazza Cavour/train station 2 - Stroll in the city centre. Depending on you, this tour, around 1. 5 hrs, may include the following highlights: Cathedral (also inside), piazza Volta, via Vittani, piazza San Fedele, church of San Fedele (also inside), shopping streets of Como, Casa del Fascio (from outside), Teatro Sociale (from outside), piazza Cavour, public gardens area with Tempio Voltiano (from outside), walk on Diga. * the places listed above are ALL located in the city centre, approx. max. 15 mnts walking one from the others 3 - Walk (15 mnts from Piazza Cavour) to reach the "stroll of the villas": we'll see some magnificent properties like Villa Saporiti, Villa Gallia, Villa Volontè Mondolfo and their gardens, all from outside 4 - Guided visit of Villa Olmo (if open): entrance hall, dining room, ballroom, chapel, theatre. . . 5 - If we have time, visit of the gardens: the Italian garden and the Romantic park 6 - Thanks e Arrivederci
Want to customize this tour?
Tell your guide which places matter to you, skip what doesn't, and tailor the experience for your group's needs. Not finding what you want? Message your guide to build something unique.
Transport details
Type: Walking
The whole tour will be done by foot: we'll walk for approximately 1.8/2 miles (2,5/3 km), flat and easy. At the end of the tour, you can return to Como centre with a bus, a taxi or just walking.
What's included
What's not included
Meeting location
Como, Lombardy, 22100, Italy
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Tour reference number
Languages
Italian
Spanish
EnglishActivity level
Accessibility
Traveller reviews for this private tour in Como
6 reviews
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Como best suited for?
What should I bring or wear?
Can this private tour in Como be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
How long is the tour, and can the start time or duration be adjusted?
Where does the tour start and end?
How much walking is involved, and is it suitable for kids, seniors, or travellers with mobility concerns?
What languages is this tour offered in?
What's included in this private tour, and what should I budget for separately?
Is this a private tour? What is the maximum group size and the starting price?
AI-generated. Please confirm details with your guide
-
3 hours
1
Tour date
Start time
-
3 hours
1
Tour date
Start time
Explore more of Como
Book with a deposit
If your tour is valued over $200 USD and booked at least 45 days before the tour date, you can book with a deposit!
How it works
- Your credit card will be authorized only for the deposit amount.
- Funds will not be withdrawn until your tour booking is fully processed.
- 30 days before your tour date, the remaining balance is automatically charged.