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Como Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

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Lake Como, Italy
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2 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Como, you've come to the right place!

With this guide created with a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Como! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!

What's Included

  • Best advices for local restaurant with authentic food
  • Connected with google maps
  • Tips for monuments, history and curiosities
  • Tempio Voltiano ticket (not mandatory): 5€
  • Funicular ticket (not mandatory): 6,60€
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Via Simone Cantoni
1, 22100 Como CO, Italy

What To Expect

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Porta Torre

An extraordinary example of Romanesque military architecture, Porta Torre is what remains-or rather, what is most visible-of the ancient defensive walls that surrounded the city of Como.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza San Fedele

On the site of the Roman Forum, until the 1800s it was the market square, the commercial center of the city, of which it was also, in the early medieval and communal period, one of the religious fulcrums. We'll get to know about the "Dragon Portal"
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cattedrale Di Como

Nearly four hundred years were spent by Como workers in the construction of the cathedral, begun in 1396, whose façade is still one of the most remarkable examples of late Gothic in northern Italy.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Cavour

Piazza Cavour is the beating heart of the city of Como: a synergistic point of exchange, meeting and sociability. From the large square, embraced by the many period and historically significant buildings such as hotels, banks, stores, bars and restaurants, it is possible to admire the incredible landscape overlooking Lake Como.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tempio Voltiano

Located on the shores of the lake, the temple is dedicated to the genius of Alessandro Volta, a native of Como. It was built in neoclassical style to celebrate the centenary of the illustrious citizen’s death. We will talk about his story too! Ticket to enter into the temple is not included (5€)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Villa Olmo

Just 900 meters away from the Monumento dei Caduti, Villa Olmo is another must-see on a Lake Como vacation. Aesthetically, this 18th-century mansion is in keeping with the style of the other villas found in Como, Cernobbio, Bellagio, etc.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Funicolare Como Brunate

If you have some energy (and time) I really recommend you to visit Brunate: a small village with a really cool view on the lake. Ticket not included (6,60€)
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Faro voltiano

Since 1927 this 29-meter tower has towered over Lake Como. Built for the centenary of Alessandro Volta, it lights up from dusk to dawn with green, white and red lights: the Italian Flag!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • You will need a smartphone with internet connection to use the digital guide (details to activate the digital guide will be in your voucher, read it carefully!)
  • You'll be able to hear the audio through your speakers or, if you have them, through your headphones

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Como Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Best advices for local restaurant with authentic food
  • Connected with google maps
  • Tips for monuments, history and curiosities
  • Digital written guide to visit the city by yourself
  • Audio-guide and text in multiple languages (Eng, Esp, Ita, De, Fr)
  • Tempio Voltiano ticket (not mandatory): 5€
  • Funicular ticket (not mandatory): 6,60€

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • You will need a smartphone with internet connection to use the digital guide (details to activate the digital guide will be in your voucher, read it carefully!)
  • You'll be able to hear the audio through your speakers or, if you have them, through your headphones
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

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