The Legendary Lake Como Villas Open to the Public in 2025

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  • February 14, 2025

Starting from the seventeenth century, wealthy Europeans discovered the breathtaking shores of Lake Como, establishing exquisite country residences that would become some of the most famous Lake Como villas. Today, these historic Lake Como villas and palaces, complete with magnificent parks, line the shores, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich cultural heritage.

Visiting villas in Lake Como in 2025 is an unforgettable experience, with millions of visitors embarking on luxury villa tours in Lake Como each year. Whether strolling through ancient gardens or admiring the stunning architecture, exploring these luxury villas in Italy is truly the best activity for any traveller.

Nestled midway between Milan and Lugano, Lake Como boasts not only a peaceful lake and picturesque mountains but also captivating gardens that enhance its allure. The artistic and cultural heritage of the area is reflected in the countless and unmatched Lake Como villas overlooking the water. Influential families settled here centuries ago, creating their summer residences amidst this stunning landscape. Noble families who shaped Italian history and wealthy manufacturers transformed their fortunes by constructing these grand villas, which now serve as gems of heritage and beauty.

While many of the best Lake Como villas to visit remain private and inaccessible to the public, several notable locations are expected to open in 2025. Be sure to check the Lake Como villa opening dates in 2025 for the opportunity to explore these magnificent estates and experience the charm of Lake Como gardens firsthand. Don’t miss your chance to discover the elegance and history that await you on the shores of this legendary lake!

Best villas to visit in Lake Como:

Here are the best Lake Como villas open to the public: Villa del Balbianello in Tremezzina, often called the most beautiful villa in Lake Como, Villa Melzi in Bellagio, Villa Monastero in Varenna, Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo, widely known for its remarkable garden.

After being closed in winter, Lake Como villas will be open soon for season 2025.

Villa del Balbianello – February 14, 2025

Address: Via Comoedia 5, Tremezzina

Villa Carlotta – March 18, 2025

  Address: Via Regina 2, Tremezzina — Loc. Tremezzo

Villa Melzi – March 22, 2025

  Address: Via Lungo Lario Manzoni, Bellagio

Villa Olmo — garden is open to public 

Address: Via Simone Cantoni 1, Como

Villa Bernasconi — open on weekends and by appointment or on the dates of events

Address: Largo Campanini 2, Cernobbio

Villa Monastero – open on weekends in winter/March, regularly open in April, 2025

Address: Viale Giovanni Polvani 4, Varenna

Villa del Balbianello Wisteria
Villa del Balbianello, Lake Como

The elegant villas of Lake Como are the embodiment of romantic Italy. Lake Como villas combine history, architecture, and art in one of the most spectacular places in the world. Each historic villa in Lake Como offers something unique, from gorgeous gardens to beautiful architecture, rich history, and stunning lake vistas.

Visiting Lake Como villas, it’s like travelling back in time. In Lake Como, you can experience the breathtaking grandeur that sparked the creativity of the nobles, artists, poets, and musicians who have walked these grounds before you as you follow in their footsteps.


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