Villa Melzi Gardens (Giardini di Villa Melzi) Tours and Tickets

Explore the two top villages on the shores of Lake Como in just a few hours with this Bellagio and Varenna tour. Follow your guide through the streets of Bellagio to take in the town's highlights plus the gardens of Villa Melzi, then hop on the ferry (own expense) to cross to Varenna. Learn about Villa Monastero, the Church of St. George, and other picturesque gems during your second walking tour.

Capture the spirit of Lake Como on a walking tour of Bellagio and Varenna, two of the mid-lake region's most enchanting towns. Stop at a historic olive oil mill to taste one of the region's local specialties, accompanied by cured meats and wine. A Lake Como boat cruise takes you to visit Villa Melzi's lush gardens and the opulent Villa del Balbianello, including a traditional lunch at a lakefront restaurant.

Known as a picturesque lakeside town, Bellagio’s beauty is no secret. But explore it with a guide, and you’ll discover the little-known vantage points and sights that many visitors miss. On this tour, you’ll visit a sleepy fishing harbor where rare Larian gondola boats bob on the water, a park, and a botanical garden. Then, finish up with a gourmet lunch at a Michelin-listed local restaurant.

Marvel at the most spectacular villas and picturesque towns on the shores of Lake Como in the golden light of dusk with this sunset cruise. Set sail from Bellagio on board a 38-foot boat to cruise past highlights like Villa del Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, and Villa Melzi. Sip a glass of Prosecco and nibble on local specialties while you savor unique views from the water.

Get away from the crowds on land and discover the quieter side of Lake Como on this private sailing adventure. Set sail from Bellagio on an elegant 8.5m-long boat to admire the attractions along the shoreline, including Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi, and Villa Carlotta. Sail alongside Comacina Island and drop anchor to dive into the crystal clear waters of the lake or relax on board with music, drinks and snacks.

Lake Como is among the most scenic of Italy’s northern lakes, lined with historic villas and gardens. With this boat tour, admire sights that are inaccessible by ferry or car and enjoy the flexibility of a private experience. Set off from Como to cruise past Villa del Balbianello and Villa Carlotta, snap photos of Tremezzo and Bellagio, and get a glimpse of the lake’s island and waterfall.

The tour starts in Bellagio. Experience the intense green and blue of Lake Como hiking through charming historic villages and woods. An easy hike of about 6 km, a scenic journey that will make you feel as though you have been transported back into early Italy, with stunning views around every corner. We will explore this famous hamlet walking along its picturesque steep stone alleys, admiring the elegance of its boutiques, continuing up to Pescallo and Aureggio crossing lush gardens and olive groves passing by noble mansions and villas. We will visit the ancient coloured village of San Giovanni. From this point it’s a steep path up. We will immerse in nature, hiking through enchanted woods to reach a suggestive restaurant with spectacular views over the lake. Here we will stop for our delicious local tasting. A great opportunity to get to know better your new travel companions over a glass of red wine. The tour ends at the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi.

Learn about the history, culture and food of Bellagio, while sampling a variety of delicious tastings in authentic settings. Mix with the community and practise some Italian at local shops, bars and piazzas. Our Bellagio Food Tour is not simply a walking tour. It's a taste of local life. Start your day with our world-famous thick-foamed espresso continuing exploring Bellagio with your new friends, walking through its picturesque steep stone alleys, admiring the elegance of its boutiques. Stop by at our local favorite "pasticceria" and "pizzeria". Tastings here are more than just delicious. Continue exploring crossing lush gardens and olive groves passing by noble mansions and villas. Meet the farmers, the cheese and the olive oil producers for an authentic experience. Pick fresh organic vegetables right from their gardens and learn about the fascinating stories that lie behind the other dishes you are going to taste. The tour ends at the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi.

Get an uninterrupted panorama of stunning Lake Como on this small-group cycling tour. Ride along smooth, rolling roads, without the need to backtrack or cover any steep climbs, stopping to admire the water from multiple angles. Then, hop a boat and cruise across the lake with your bike, continuing your ride on the other side. Guided tours include door-to-door transfers from select hotels and a coffee break in Bellagio.

Make the most of your time on Lake Como with this tour that touches on the top sights in just a few hours. Enjoy a guided tour of Villa Carlotta and its botanical gardens, then set off on a lake cruise along the coastline from Tremezzo to marvel at Villa del Balbianello and round the island of Comacina. Skirt the opposite shore on the way back to admire Villa Melzi and Bellagio.

See the historic villas of Lake Como the way they were built to be seen — from the water. This private boat cruise includes admission to three of the must-sees, and you'll stop to visit them at your own pace. Admire the art of Villa Carlotta, the gardens of Villa Melzi in Bellagio, and the statues of Villa Balbianello, and soak up views of the elegant lakeside hamlets as you cruise.

Combine a Lake Como cruise with lunch in a Michelin-listed lakeside restaurant. An experience designed to showcase “la dolce vita” of Lake Como, the combo-tour starts with a cruise from Varenna by elegant Venetian water taxi, and finishes with lunch and red wine in Bellagio. An entry ticket to the gardens of Villa Melzi is an extra perk.

A panoramic transfer by minivan to Tremezzo for a guided tour of Villa Carlotta followed by a private water taxi cruise to admire Villa del Balbianello and the Comacina Island. Explore and enjoy Bellagio and then depart for a long cruise back to Como to relax admiring the spectacular mountains and the stunning villas.

Make the most of your time in Bellagio with this tour that takes you through the highlights and hidden gems without the hassle of a map or guidebook. Explore on foot with your guide, beginning at the Villa Melzi gardens and then continuing to the Borgo di Pescallo. Learn about Bellagio’s history and architecture over lunch (not included), and then dive into the heart of the old town in the afternoon.

See Lake Como how you want to with this private day trip from Milan. After a pickup direct from your hotel, you’ll travel north with your own driver and personal group of family and friends to the picture-perfect Lombardy lake. Your day can be tailored to you, but a typical itinerary includes visits to the lake towns of Como, Cernobbio, Bellagio, and Tremezzo, plus attractions such as Villa Carlotta. Note that entry fees are paid at your own expense.

Join an Italian artist to create your own watercolor painting of Lake Como, in a setting that’s inspired painters for centuries. Amid the historical gardens of Villa Melzi in Bellagio, you’ll create your own work using little-known techniques under the supervision of Abele Vadacca, a prestigious sculptor and painter. No experience is necessary, and all equipment for the private experience is provided.

Enjoy the true flavor, the sounds, the smells and the very life of Bellagio and its surroundings walking through its picturesque steep stone alleys admiring the elegance of its boutiques.Satisfy your curiosity about the architectural features, culture and history of this world famous hamlet. Experience unique natural beauty, as you cruise down the lake through the very center and beating heart of Lake Como, admiring its XIX villas and noble mansion onboard our venetian water taxi. End the tour in Bellagio stepping off your boat at Villa Melzi to stroll along its magnificent gardens to relax and finish creating your unforgettable Italian memory.

Are you ready to ride on the waters of Lake Como? This exit will give us a unique experience, a Be-Bike tour riding the waters of one of the most pleasant and fairytale basins of the Bel Paese. We will find ourselves in the fabulous lido of Bellagio and, after the initial introductions, we will get on our Be-Bikes living a unique adventure, fun and suitable for everyone. After a few meters we will find ourselves in the heart of the lake and, lulled by its gentle wave motion, we could stop to contemplate an unprecedented perspective of the surrounding landscape setting. Caressed by the scents and delicate reflections of the waters, we will do healthy competitive activity in perfect symbiosis with the enchanting scenery of Lake Como.

A special and unique tour through Italian art and traditions. Do you ever asked yourself how colours were created in the past when no technology or modern chemistry existed? You cannot miss the opportunity to see for yourself how even today a skilled Master of Arts can make that magic happen again. Live this unique colour art experience in one of the most fascinating locations of Lake Como. Immerse yourself in the wonderful Villa Melzi in Bellagio, whose historical gardens overlook the lake; a special tour from an art atelier to a typical Bottega dArte, a place full of traditions and secrets passed on from the great Italian art masters, you will explore mysteries of the preparation of colors, from natural ingredients. An ancient ceremony, relaxing and breathe an atmospheres full of ancient charm. A special emotion and a reserved experience that brings to life the local artistic culture; at the end of the process you will have a special memory of these special and relaxing moment.

After a walking tour of the city, your private speedboat takes you from Como to Bellagio and back, as the guide tells you of another time and another world with stories of Julius Caesar who founded “Novum Comum”, of fortresses and castles, of destruction, fires and reconstructions, of pilgrims crossing the lake, of furious naval battles, powerful cardinals and crowned monarchs who built spectacular villas with large Baroque or Romantic gardens and of the great passions of the past were lived out. There were also here partisan battles, smugglers, folk festivals, politicians and celebrities who choose to live on Lake Como. Every town here has its own story to tell. No villa lacks thrilling events in its past. Villa Olmo, Villa D’Este, Villa Pizzo, Villa Versace, Villa Pliniana, Villa Balbiano, Villa del Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, Villa Melzi D’Eril and Villa Serbelloni… will all remain in your memory and in your heart.

Bellagio is a little and beautiful town on Lake Como: Bellagio is famous all over the world, a picturesque town that is visited every year by a multitude of tourists coming from everywhere. In the town of Bellagio you can admire the fantastic panorama of Lake Como and also walk through the splendid gardens of Villa Melzi. After the visit to villa Melzi, by a ten minutes ferry boat trip to cross the lake, you will figure out Villa Carlotta where you will also have a guided tour to see the garden and the rooms of the villa with their vintage original furniture, you will be guided by a professional tour leader speaking your language. Please take note that the entrance tickets to all villas and ferry boat transfers are not included in the price of the guided tour and all tickets must be paid at local cash desks. Please ask in case you need any information to reach Bellagio.

Enjoying “la dolce vita” on this 3 hour e-bike tour of Bellagio and its surroundings, immersing yourself in the life of this world famous hamlet. Learn about the history, tradition and food with our guide while practising some Italian at local bars and piazzas. Our Bellagio e-bike Tour is not simply a cycling tour. It's a taste of local life. Meet the locals and the farmers for an authentic experience. Pick fresh fruits right from their gardens and learn about the fascinating stories that lie behind the dishes you are going to taste. We will access places traditional tour vehicles can’t reach. We will discover, La Punta, Pescallo, Aureggio and San Giovanni: hidden gems you may otherwise have missed, crossing lush gardens and olive groves, passing by noble mansions and villas. We will stop at a charming hilltop restaurant with magnificent views over the lake and the mountains for a delicious lunch. The tour ends at the enchanting gardens of Villa Melzi.

The soothing and elegant atmosphere of Lake Como is inimitable. Since the Roman age, it has been a leisure location for aristocrats and still, due to the quite impervious configuration, it has not been reached by the mass tourism. From the Renaissance to the Napoleonic age, wealthy families, clergymen and politicians have built here their summer residences. This exclusive guided tour will take you along the lakeside, to discover some of these art treasures: Villa del Balbianello, Villa Erba, Villa Carlotta and Villa Melzi d'Eril, also famous for its garden. You will be astonished by their beauty and by the harmony between architecture and landscape. After just one day, a light will be shining forever in your eyes and your soul.

Cruise on Lake Como! prepare yourself to spend a day truly as a VIP! Small groups for a unique and authentic experience. Jump on a beautiful Venetian-style boat used only for our group. Most of the proposals on the lake generally offer transits by regulars crowded ferries that do not allow a good view of the beauties around.This tour lasts about 4 hours: 3 hours total on board + stops in Varenna and Bellagio. No crowd, no stress… Just you, your driver and your thoughts! 15-minutes coffee break in Varenna before the best part of the cruise: Villa Carlotta, Villa Balbianello, Villa La Cassinella and many other beautiful architectures and stunning landscapes. Don’t forget to toast to Life with a glass of Prosecco while you stare at this romantic views! You’ll then meet Isola Comacina, a little islands rich in history and nature before arriving in Bellagio, “The Pearl of Lake Como”, Here you stop for about 1 hour and you’re free to visit around with our map (designed by us!).