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Como
10m
Capture the city’s skyline, featuring the Duomo’s green dome and the mountain funicular. A perfect blend of urban Italian life and alpine scenery.
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Villa Erba
10m · Admission ticket not included
A 19th-century architectural jewel. Look for the ornate stone balconies and the lush parkland that served as the filming location for Ocean’s Twelve.
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10m · Admission ticket not included
The lake’s most prestigious historic hotel. Photograph the famous floating swimming pool and the 16th-century Renaissance gardens.
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Villa Le Fontanelle
10m · Admission ticket not included
The former home of Gianni Versace. A bright, neoclassical villa famous for its vibrant yellow facade and perfectly manicured waterfront hedges.
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Villa Passalacqua
10m · Admission ticket not included
A massive estate known for its tiered emerald gardens. It was once the retreat for composer Vincenzo Bellini and is a masterpiece of symmetry.
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Laglio
10m
A tranquil village best known as the home of George Clooney. Focus your lens on the elegant Villa Oleandra and the charming stone waterfront.
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Nesso
10m
The most dramatic photo stop. Capture the Orrido di Nesso, a powerful waterfall spilling through a narrow canyon under a medieval stone bridge.
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Isola Comacina
15m
The lake’s only island. A rugged, beautiful spot featuring medieval ruins and panoramic views from the center of the lake. Time for Fine Wine.
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Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
10m · Admission ticket not included
One of the oldest and most symmetrical estates. Capture the iconic pathway of statues and the elegant fountain garden, famously featured in the House of Gucci film.
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Villa Del Balbianello
10m · Admission ticket not included
The lake’s most famous peninsula. Photograph the terraced gardens and stone loggia used as backdrops for Star Wars and James Bond: Casino Royale.
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10m · Admission ticket not included
An Art Nouveau masterpiece. Look for the "Water-on-the-Water" floating pool and the vibrant orange awnings that contrast beautifully against the blue lake.
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Bellagio
1h
Known as the "Pearl of the Lake." Enjoy a long stop to explore the steep stone alleys (Salita Serbelloni) and the panoramic waterfront lined with luxury boutiques.
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Varenna
1h
Walk through the "Lover’s Promenade" (Passerella degli Innamorati) for views of the colorful houses clinging to the cliffside.
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Torno
10m
A picturesque, quiet harbor. Focus on the ancient stone church and the semicircular port, offering a glimpse into the authentic, historic atmosphere of the lake.
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Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como piscina
10m · Admission ticket not included
High-end luxury meets history. Capture the submerged floating pool and the dark, dramatic stone facade of the villa nestled into the Blevio hillside.
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Villa Troubetzkoy
10m · Admission ticket not included
A unique, multi-level villa built directly into the rock. Known for its winding stone stairs and the eccentric history of the Russian Prince who built it.