cafe near Villa Carlotta

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Como is Lake Como's largest city where you will find shopping, works of art, churches, gardens, museums, theatres, parks and palaces. Places to go inlcude the Duomo, the Basilica of Sant'Abbondio, Villa Olmo, the Volta Temple and Museum, the Teatro...

Located just minutes south of Bellagio’s town centre is this charming little village that can be reached by foot, car or a shuttle train known as “Trombetta". Noteworthy is the small dock with examples of “Lucie" or traditional fishing boats with...

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Located in the 'center' of the lake, facing the Bellagio promontory, some 30 kilometers north of Como. It has been visited by many historical celebrities including Verdi, who wrote part of his famous La Traviata opera here. It continues to be a...

Ossuccio is a small town home to less than 1000 people. It looks onto Lake Como’s only island Comancina while inshore the hills quickly ascend into mountains. The town is most known for its UNESCO Heritage Site, the Sacro Monte—a place of pilgrimage...

Lenno lies roughly at midpoint of Lake Como’s western shore. Its most popular attraction is Villa Balbianello, an ivy covered building that was the setting for a number of Hollywood blockbusters including Star Wars: Attack of the Clones and Casino...

Its central location makes Menaggio an excellent place to base yourself. The town is characterized by a quaint piazza by the lake with restaurants, cafe's, shops, and a flowered lake side promenade. It’s perfect for an evening stroll. Enjoy one of...

Cadenabbia is a favorite spring and autumn resort, owing to the great beauty of the scenery, vegetation, and its sheltered location. It also serves as a popular health resort and a holiday place for travelers. The town was founded by the Celts about...

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Known as the Pearl of the lake due to its position on the tip of a peninsula, Bellagio is characterized by porticos, cobbled stepped streets, narrow alleyways, and shops selling local handicrafts, and the numerous bars and restaurants it is by far...

Tremezzo is centrally located on lake. Base yourself there and you will have quick access to the ferries and some of the most prestigious accommodation that Lake Como has to offer. Tremezzo, and its nearby town Cadenabbia, give you Lake Como's most...

At Caffe Mazzini you can always sit in the annex outside and observe the comings and goings from Como, in the peace of mind, enjoying a drink, a hot drink or light snack, or take a seat in the dining room for entertaining in a warm and inviting...

Located directly in front lake in Piazza Risorgimento in Cernobbio. The ideal place to have a coffee or sip an aperitif at any time of the day and welcoming, the bar Cavour can offer its customers a taste of the flavors of fine cuisine. Stops by us...

Warm and welcoming place in the heart of Como, just a few steps from the Civic Art Gallery and San Fedele Square, ideal for lunch, for a drink or a dinner with your partner or friends. Stone arches, wooden ceiling with exposed beams and a spacious...

The history of the local is the combination of sight and taste. The attention to detail in decor, the high quality of products, the friendliness and professionalism of the staff, have as its ultimate goal, the intimate pleasure of a coffee or a...

Cafe TimeOut is divided on two levels, one up-floor dedicated exclusively to Griglieria-Pizzeria-Restaurant, and one down-floor disco where live shows and live music. The restaurant offers traditional Italian dishes expertly revisited according to...

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