The 10 Best Museums in Lake Como, Lombardy

March 3, 2022 Diedre Savory

A gorgeous spot that’s a convenient day trip from Milan, Lake Como recently earned fame as home to Hollywood star George Clooney. But celeb-spotting aside, it’s known for jaw-dropping natural beauty, elegant old villas—and the scenic towns surrounding the lake. Check out Varenna, Bellagio, and Menaggio, which offer great views, historic churches, and water-based activities such as ferries and passenger-only boats.
Restaurants in Lake Como

1. Galleria Reclame

Via Maurizio Monti 64 Studio Esposizione, 22100, Como Italy +39 335 524 2624 [email protected]
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Galleria Reclame

Gallery of Advertising Illustrations From 1900 to 1950

2. La Ca Di Radio Vecc

Bellano, Via Privata Achille N.7, Bellano Italy +39 331 805 4154 http://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Ca-di-Radio-Vecc/1416782751943412
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

La Ca Di Radio Vecc

3. Paul DEMARIA - The Open Lake & Landscape Studio d’Arte

Contrada Del Prato, 6, 23829 Varenna Italy +39 335 608 6530 [email protected] http://www.pauldemaria.com/
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Paul DEMARIA - The Open Lake & Landscape Studio d’Arte

Open Afternoons and Evenings, Apr-Oct (and happily by appointment in the Mornings or during the Winter season). We have a permanent display of original oil paintings for Paul Demaria Guaitamacchi collectors worldwide featuring Landscapes, Still lifes, Interiors and paintings of Lake Como in the many possible settings and seasons. Prices include our hand-treated frames (from Florence), taxes/fees and International Shipping and we are pleased to offer complimentary Wine and Snacks with all painting purchases. See our website to view our currently Available Paintings (marked by a Green Dot) and to read client testimonials dating back to 2004. Also see our reviews here on TripAdvisor and on our Facebook page (Paul Demaria Guaitamacchi). Private viewings are available. Please contact Paolo or Melita if you have any questions (or for an appointment!).

Reviewed By 736kathye - Houston, United States

We found the studio by accident while visiting Varenna in 2017 and spent hours here looking at all the beautiful paintings ... Melkita was so helpful. Paul’s talent is exceptional The landscape of Varenna is displayed for all to see in our dining room in Houston

Salita Serbelloni, 22021 Bellagio Italy +39 031 950002 [email protected] http://www.valentinarte.com
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Valentinarte Art Gallery

Since 1987. Modern and contemporary Italian Art. A beautiful ArtGallery situated in the heart of Bellagio, Lake Como.

5. Casa dei Presepi

Via Ai Monti 2, 22010 Mezzegra Italy http://www.amicidelpresepiotremezzina.it/casa-dei-presepi/
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Casa dei Presepi

6. Museo della Barca Lariana

Via Regina, 1268, 22010 Pianello del Lario Italy +39 0344 87235 [email protected] http://www.museobarcalariana.it/
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Museo della Barca Lariana

Contrada dei Cavalli 3, Varenna Italy +39 328 613 5716 https://www.facebook.com/Normen-Stern-100308123385838/
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Normen Stern Pittore Art Gallery

8. Villa Carlotta

Via Regina 2, 22016, Tremezzina Italy +39 0344 40405 [email protected] http://www.villacarlotta.it
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4.5 based on 3,254 reviews

Villa Carlotta

Villa Carlotta welcomes you with its magnificent botanic garden and art masterpieces in over 70.000 square metres of gardens and museum. The beautiful villa was built at the end of XVII century by the Milanese marquis Giorgio Clerici in a natural basin between lake and mountains, facing the dolomite Grignas and the peninsula of Bellagio.

Reviewed By 53Upp - East Midlands, United Kingdom

Beautifully maintained gardens. Plenty of plant details. Slightly hilly paths, but easily accessible. Signage good, different routes depending on how much time visitors have, which gives times to completion of visit. Toilets round site and good cafe. House visit also included in the entrance fee. Villa entrance opposite the ferry service.

9. Civico Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio

Piazza Medaglie d'Oro 1, 22100, Como Italy +39 031 252550 http://www.visitcomo.eu/it/vivere/luoghi-della-cultura/museo-archeologico/
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Civico Museo Archeologico Paolo Giovio

Reviewed By PaddyM827 - Dublin, Ireland

This is a great way to spend a hot afternoon in Como. The collection is varied and spans two buildings and jut seems to go on and on

10. Mag

Via Vitani 31, 22100, Como Italy +39 328 752 1463 [email protected] http://www.marsiglioneartsgallery.com
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Mag

The gallery was founded in 2009 and since then has never stopped in the presentation of artists of national and international importance. Our activities are very lively and always changing.

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