City: Lombardy
Top Things to do in Lombardy
What to do and see in Lombardy, Italy: The Best Gardens
Lombardy (/ˈlɒmbərdi/ LOM-bər-dee; Italian: Lombardia [lombarˈdiːa]; Lombard: Lumbardia, pronounced: (Western Lombard) [lumbarˈdiːa], (Eastern Lombard) [lombarˈdeːa]) is one of the twenty administrative regions of Italy, in the northwest of the country, with an area of 23,844 square kilometres (9,206 sq mi). About 10 million people, forming one-sixth of Italy's population, live in Lombardy and about a fifth of Italy's GDP is produced in the region, making it the most populous and richest region in the country and one of the richest regions in Europe. Milan, Lombardy's capital, is the second-largest city and the largest metropolitan area in Italy.
Restaurants in Lombardy
1. Arboreto Alpino Gleno
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
At Vilminore, in the Scalve valley, along the Gleno valley, has been realized an Arboretum and an expositive place where there are descriptive cards of the botanical species (about 100) planted in the early years 2000. A wood where cohabit plants with different peculiareties Rhododendrons (R.Hirsutum and R. Ferrugineum), wild roses, firtrees, (Abies Alba and Picea Excelsa), aldertrees, beeches, marples and species which over grow the wooods of the valley from 600 to 1800 m (sea level). The visitors and the school-children who want a guided visit are taken by qualified staff. Next to the Arboretum become available grill and picnic areas, into a receptied and relaxed place, besides in summer, you keep a snack-bar open where you can taste salted meats and cheeses from Scalve Valley.
2. La Rosa della Pace
3. Il Roseto di Vararo
4. I Giardini di Villa Melzi
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4.5 based on 2,327 reviews
National Monument and Private Gardens This magnificent villa, built in 1808 for the Duke Francesco Melzi d'Eril, assistant to General Napoleon, is one of the most emblematic examples of neo-classicism in Lombardy.....The Gardens Are visitable March to October every day 9.30 am to' 6.30 pm
Reviewed By armankun - Athens, Greece
A definitely place to visit if you like gardens, trees, nature and walking, beautiful garden, very well cared.
5. Parco di Villa Serbelloni
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4.5 based on 219 reviews
This beautiful villa was built in 1873 surrounded by elegant gardens and park-like grounds with sweeping views of Lake Como.
Reviewed By magnoliatrees - Canada, null
We started off trying to find this place on our own without knowing it was a privately owned property. With our persistence we did find it. In the Upper part of Bellagio in the main square near the St. Giacomo church. There is a tourist office in the Old Medieval tower on the bottom floor.We bought tickets for 9 euros each and joined a guided group tour.This tour offers one of the most beautiful views I have ever seen as we walked uphill. The views of the lake and the Italian Alps along with the lake and its towns is stunning. Bring your camera!Our tour guide was excellent explaining the history of this remarkable property which has been in the hands of the Rockefeller foundation since 1959.The history dates back to the Sfondrati family in 1566 and then passed on to the Serbelloni family who poured his heart into the property.Exotic plants and trees were imported to this property and is quite an expansive park with at least 53 acres of land.The Villa is private and not opened to the public but has hosted some famous people over the years including Leonardo Da Vinci. At one point an American princess owned it and donated it to the Rockefeller foundation. Today it is used as a meeting place for scholars and conferences.Very peaceful and serene place amongst the trees.At the very top are the remains of a Roman garrison that was used to protect them against invaders.I found this tour simply amazing and the view both going up and down the hill is one I will always remember.Make sure you take good walking shoes!You can book this online ahead of time and kids are welcomed between the ages of 7-13. 5 euros.The tours are twice a day 11 am.and 3.30 pm.except Mondays and some holidays.This tour was one of the most memorable tours we have taken in Italy and we recommend it!
6. Bonsai Piccin
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
7. Villa Carlotta
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4.5 based on 3,254 reviews
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.
8. Roseto Niso Fumagalli
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4.5 based on 231 reviews
The rose garden 'Niso Fumagalli' is part of the Villa Reale complex and it is managed by Associazione Italiana della Rosa. Visits to the rose garden are free and it is open all days except Mondays, normally from 9:00 to 19:00. The updated opening times can be found on the Association web site.
9. Villa Visconti Borromeo Litta
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4.5 based on 701 reviews
Villa Borromeo Visconti Litta, villa of delights in which art, history and recreation leave the visitor enchanted by the beauty of the variety of mosaics, statues, frescoes, fountains and water features.
