5 Romantic Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day on Lake Como

  • February 11, 2022

Here is a list of Valentine’s Day Ideas for the most romantic day of the year, from stunning panoramic views of Lake Como to Valentine’s Day restaurants, romantic activities, and outside events.

Boat ride on Lake Como

Feel the romance of Lake Como from the water. Snow-capped mountain peaks, frozen winter nature, and smooth water surfaces are the best companions for a romantic walk on the lake.

Boat Lake Como

Visit Villa Carlotta

Surprise your date by a visit to Villa Carlotta. On February 14, Vila Carlotta organizes a special evening where the participants will discover incredible love stories celebrated by literature and immortalized forever in marble and on canvas by famous artists. An exciting journey through absolute masterpieces of art history… obviously to be lived in two! After the visit, all guests are invited to romantic aperitive.

Villa Carlotta garden

A date at the tiny town of Varenna

Spice up your Instagram feed in the theme of love with photos from Varenna, one of the most photogenic cities in Italy. Colorful houses, “road of love,” medieval streets, small restaurants – just made for romantic dates.

Varenna Lake Como summer

Romantic dinner

Be sure to book ahead for the best table in one of the Lake Como restaurants. You can enjoy the romantic atmosphere and fantastic views of Lake Como in the restaurants located on the lake. For those who want to surprise their soulmate with masterpieces from the chef, we recommend celebrating Valentine’s Day at the Kitchen Restaurant.

Dinner Lake Como

A walk in the ancient garden of Villa Monastero

Villa Monastero invites to celebrate Valentine’s Day and organizes special tours. On Sunday, February 16, the villa will host two thematic tours. Thanks to this initiative, visitors will have the opportunity to walk and enjoy the fantastic garden of one of the most romantic villas on Lake Como.

Villa Monastero


Elena Markova | Editor-in-chief
I’m a globetrotter based in Como and a big admirer of the lake and its surroundings. Thanks to my love of adventure, I have visited over 60 countries.
I am passionate about travelling, reading, and discovering something new.

Follow me on Instagram: @comolaketoday and Twitter @ea_markova

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