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Caption: Bellagio waterfront, Lake Como

Italian Lakes vacations 2020 & 2021

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The enduring charm and beauty of the Italian Lakes has lured everyone from Roman emperors and Hollywood celebrities to the cream of European society.

The clear blue waters of Lake Como are nestled between rugged mountains and fringed with elegant villas and quaint villages that tumble down wooded hillsides to the lake shore. On Lake Maggiore idyllic islands play host to grand palaces and picturesque fishing villages as well as superb gardens that nurture plants from all over the world. It's a beguiling region, littered with Michelin-starred restaurants and fine hotels, making a trip here a feast for both the eyes and the senses.
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Suggested tours for the Italian Lakes

These tours give you a starting point for what your trip to the Italian Lakes could entail. They cover routes we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favorite places to stay. Treat them as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you.

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Best time to visit

Our specialists advise on the best months to visit the Italian Lakes, including information about climate, events and festivals.

Best time to visit the Italian Lakes
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Travel advice

Practical tips for traveling to the Italian Lakes, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest government travel advice.

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The Italian Lakes in pictures

  • Isola dei Pescatori, Stresa, Lake Maggiore
    Isola dei Pescatori
  • Isola Bella gardens, Borromean Islands, Lake Maggiore
    Isola Bella gardens
  • Church, Lake Como
    Church, Lake Como
  • Bellagio, Lake Como
    Bellagio, Lake Como
  • Villa Carlotta, Lake Como
    Villa Carlotta, Lake Como
  • The Nesso Waterfall, Lake Como
    Waterfall, Lake Como
  • Caterina Del Sasso Monastry, Lombardy, Lake Maggiore
    Monastery, Lake Maggiore
  • Villa del Balbianello, Lenno, Lake Como
    Villa Balbianello, Lake Como

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