Location: Como
Top Things to do in Como
10 Things to Do in Como That You Shouldn't Miss
Como (Italian pronunciation: [ˈkɔːmo] ( listen), locally [ˈkoːmo]; Lombard: Còmm [ˈkɔm], Cómm [ˈkom] or Cùmm [ˈkum]; Latin: Novum Comum) is a city and comune in Lombardy, Italy. It is the administrative capital of the Province of Como.
Restaurants in Como
1. Basilica di Sant'Abbondio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 296 reviews
Reviewed By Trolleyman81 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
The Basilica di Sant'Abbonlio is situated away from the other tourist attractions but is well taking the time and making an effort to visit. Indeed , we were the only visitors at the time, unlike Como Duome where there were many tour groups..
The 14th century frescoes are well worth seeing.
Make that extra effort to visit!
2. Cathedral of Como (Duomo)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Diocesi's chief Church, Bishop Cathedral, was erected since 1396 and works ended in 1740. Many famous artist, during 300 years operated in it harmonizing their own typical age's styles.
Reviewed By paul m
Biggest church in town. Like many other churches in Italy, old, elaborate, and impressive. One of the entrance doors is called the Door of the Frog because of a small frog eating a butterfly that was carved into the entrance. See if you can find it!
3. Basilica di San Fedele
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 287 reviews
Reviewed By Darrel J - Perth, Australia
Another historic church with a rich history if you have the interest otherwise a little dark & gloomy
An image/ model of ( we think) purgatory attracted our attention because have never seen one before & family joke that my wife is my supervisor in purgatory
4. Funicolare Como-Brunate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By eurovicki - Los Angeles, California
Luckily we were able to take funicular to the top of Brunate today on a clear day. The cost was 5.50 Euro round trip- well worth it.
5. Villa Olmo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 514 reviews
Reviewed By Manuela L - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
A magnifique villa on the lake of Como, dated of 18 century, with wonderful painted ceilings, and fresques, it demonstrate the life in the past of riches familys who had nice villas with wonderful Gardens on the lake of Como; the Gardens are very romantic , with benchs, nice tropical vegetation near the lake, and splendid view; nowadays it's a cultural center of the city, with sometimes expositions of arts; the entrance is free, and if in Como, don't miss this visit.
6. Piazza Cavour
Overall Ratings
4 based on 418 reviews
Begun in 1876, this scenic square features a monument called "Weaver," which commemorates the 25th anniversary of Rome as a capital of the state, plus other important structures including the Teatro Adriano and Chiesa Valdese, built in a curious mix of Romanesque-German and Byzantine-nouveau.
Reviewed By laneybelle - Fort Collins, CO
Beautiful plaza with many restaurants, bars, cafes, gelaterias right on the piazza or on surrounding streets. We enjoyed eating outside at a cafe while a street musician entertained by singing and playing his guitar on the piazza. Delightful place to sit and just relax for awhile. Nice view of Lake Como from here, too.
7. Broletto
Overall Ratings
4 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By Magellano81 - Tortona, Italy
Located right next to the Cathedral of Como in the central Piazza Duomo, Broletto this is a historic building and artistically important value, its strength is not that peculiarity is given by the beautiful arches that make the environment together with the church superlative.
8. Teatro Sociale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By dpri10 - Houston, Texas
Como is a small beautiful town with Mountains and absolutely beautiful lake. Teatro Sociale is a small theatre for all interested in watching interesting opera.
It's closed on Sundays. Tickets can be bought in advance as well.
They have a varied list of programmes and. Do check out their website for updated list. They often have classical & modern dance Performances, symphonic Concerts, pop music Concerts, opera etc.
9. Centro Storico
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By Johannaparker
This was my third time in Centro Storico of Como, every time it gets better, the beautiful stores, tiny paths, old houses, its like being in an old movie. There are small restaurants, antique shops, modern stores, piazzas full of families and restaurants. It is a must if you are in the area.
10. Tempio Voltiano
Overall Ratings
4 based on 379 reviews
The neoclassic building houses a museum dedicated to the inventor of the electric battery, Alessandro Volta, and exhibits some of his original instruments.
Reviewed By SydneyMaie - Sydney
We visited the temple just out of curiosity but came away really impressed. Although we studied physics a long time ago, the instruments and descriptions bought back some glimmers of memory. To think that such primitive instruments have lead to todays technologies. If you have a science/tech interest, dont miss this place. Ggood for older children as well
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