Things To Do

Italian Cooking Class at Il Caminetto

Create traditional Italian Cuisine with Moreno, the restaurant's chef. He will pave the way and teach you to make fresh pasta as well as other customary dishes.

Taxi Boat Varenna

Taxi Boat Varenna with Luca. Opt for either a private or taxi boat ride - both showcasing breathtaking views of the surrounding area, as well as the incredible villas dotting the coast. You can enjoy Prosecco or even a private aperitif as you cruise around the calm waters of Como.

Foce di Fiumelatte

Translated milky-water, Fiumelatte is one of the shortest water courses in Italy- measuring only about 250 meters until it joins with the lake. Because of its short-lived path the water foams up easily amongst its rock bed, giving it its milk-like appearance and thus its name. Its waters are seasonal, beginning about March and ending in October, giving you the perfect season to picnic by the river and enjoy the surrounding nature.

Castello di Vezio

If you are feeling especially adventurous, you can take a leisurely or not so leisurely hike up to Castello Di Vezio, a 12th century castle located nearby Perledo and Varenna. The site is inaccessible by car, so you must walk through the nearby town to reach it. This offers the perfect opportunity to channel your inner explorer and discover old churches, and fragments of history strewn about the town. In addition, once reached the castle you can explore its own history of warfare, as well as an exhibition from the local falconer.

Villa Monastero

A former monastery and noble’s residence (admission fee), Villa Monastero is one of the most interesting attractions in the region. Dubbed “Casa Museo” or “House Museum, this Villa still shelters the immense decor and historical pieces of its past owners. In the 18th century, Italian and foreign prominent personalities of the cultural and artistic scene frequented the Villa. Now, it is used for weddings, conferences and exhibitions.

Osteria Il Pozzo - Menaggio (co)

Great casual restaurant with the friendliest waiter in all of Italy!

Villa del Balbianello

The famous villa on Lake Como where Star Wars, James Bond, and many other films have been shot, visit the gorgeous Villa del Balbianello! A big logistical point: the only way to visit is by arriving via boat. Because our wedding is during high season and this is a popular attraction, we recommend booking early!

Villa Melzi D'Eril

Beautiful gardens and villa in Bellagio - just a short ferry ride from Varenna. Paid entry.

Ristorante Alle Darsene di Loppia

Great seafood restaurant with a lake view in Bellagio - just a short ferry ride from Varenna.

Enoteca Cava Turacciolo

Great wine tasting! We stumbled into this wine cave on a rainy afternoon and had a curated tasting of Italian wines. Hefty pours in the wine flights and great meat and cheese with each.

Lake Como Ferry - Navigazione Laghi

Go for a ride on the ferry that connects Varenna with Bellagio, Menaggio, Como, and other towns on the lake. Very easy to use and a great way to see the lake.

Restaurant Al Barilott

Great spot for a quick sandwich and a nice glass of wine for lunch.

Drink Aperol Spritz

Varenna Restaurant Recommendations

Al Prato La Vista Albergo Ristorante Pizzeria del Sole Osteria Quattro Pass Il Cavatappi