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Como Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

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Como

Explore Como's top monuments, local foods, and hidden gems with our audio and written guide. Discover stories and curiosities at your own pace.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

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.
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”
Cathedral of Como (Duomo) - 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.
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.
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€)
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.
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€)
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!

What's Included

Best advices for local restaurant with authentic food
Tips for monuments, history and curiosities
Audio-guide in multiple languages (Eng, Esp, Ita)
Digital written guide to visit the city by yourself

What's Not Included

Tempio Voltiano ticket: 5€
Funicular ticket: 6,60€

Additional Information

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!

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

Location

Como S. Giovanni

Piazzale San Gottardo

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

4.5