Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Como travel guide

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You're Going to Love Como

With a population of 81 975, Como is a must-see destination in Lombardy, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Como deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Como

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bottega Comacini Como (Via Maestri Comacini 2) and Ristorante Antica Darsena (Ristorante Antica Darsena) are great picks.

When to visit Como

Como in February
Estimated hotel price
$155
1 night at 3-star hotel
Como in February
Estimated hotel price
$155
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Como in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 5.3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Como, with an average rainfall of 1.4″.

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How to Get to Como

Plane

Although Como doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milan All airports (MIL), which is located 39 km from Como. The shortest flight to Como from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Como, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Como to Genoa takes 1h 29m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Verona, expect to pay about $15 for a 1h 43m trip. Located 4 km from the city center, Como Grandate - Breccia is the busiest station in Como. Another popular train station is Como Albate-Camerlata, located 3 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Como is to pick up a car rental from Milan, which is about 39 km from Como. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Italy Car Rent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Como, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Parma, the bus ride to Como takes 137 km and will cost you around $19. From Turin, the ticket costs about $11 for a journey of 153 km. The most popular bus station is Como Como, located 0.2 km from downtown Como. Como Chiasso-Brogeda Customs Office is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Como doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milan All airports (MIL), which is located 39 km from Como. The shortest flight to Como from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Como, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Como to Genoa takes 1h 29m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Verona, expect to pay about $15 for a 1h 43m trip. Located 4 km from the city center, Como Grandate - Breccia is the busiest station in Como. Another popular train station is Como Albate-Camerlata, located 3 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Como is to pick up a car rental from Milan, which is about 39 km from Como. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Italy Car Rent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Como, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Parma, the bus ride to Como takes 137 km and will cost you around $19. From Turin, the ticket costs about $11 for a journey of 153 km. The most popular bus station is Como Como, located 0.2 km from downtown Como. Como Chiasso-Brogeda Customs Office is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city center.

Airports near Como

MILMilan All airports
TRNTurin Citta Di Torino
VRNVerona

Airlines serving Como

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,624 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,573 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,088 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,093 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,433 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,086 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
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Where to stay in Como

Average rates range from around $138 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $284 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Como

Most booked hotels in Como

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Bellavista Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1329 reviews)
$116+
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Hilton Lake Como
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2725 reviews)
$234+
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Palace Hotel Lake Como
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2000 reviews)
$204+
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Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1834 reviews)
$166+
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Hotel Vista Lago
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1538 reviews)
$161+
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Hotel Cruise
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 5150 reviews)
$90+
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Renting a car in Como

Renting a car in Como costs $32 per day, on average, or $65 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.65 per gallon in Como (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $91.76 and $122.34. The most frequently booked car type in Como is Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Fiat Panda or similar) are, on average, 94% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Como costs $32 per day, on average, or $65 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.65 per gallon in Como (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $91.76 and $122.34. The most frequently booked car type in Como is Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Fiat Panda or similar) are, on average, 94% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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