Here’s how to make the most of your experience in Lake Como’s Bellagio.
Balcony rooms with lake views are worth the splurge.
Airy guest rooms are modern but not soulless, and many open onto private patios.
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But the real gem is its roof terrace, where breakfast is served and cocktails are sipped.
If you might forego the lake view, rooms overlooking the village are a relative bargain.
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Visit the gardens and villas.
Courtesy of Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni
Hop on a ferry.
Fares and schedules are atNavigazione Laghi.
Hire a private boat.
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“Taxi Boat Serviceis the official vendor for Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni.
Explore Bellagios other villages.
Signature dishes of lobster linguine with cognac and liquid nitrogen ice cream are prepared tableside.
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Trattoria Baita Belvedere
On a single-lane road high above Bellagio, this down-to-earthtrattoriais comfort food central.
Reserve early for an outdoor table.
It also sells cakes, paninis, and other treats, but don’t miss the gelato.
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Then, come back the next day because the flavors will have changed.
Lake ferries are operated by Navigazione Laghi, which has schedules and rates on its website.
A car ferry connects Bellagio and Varenna, on the lakes eastern shore.
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International travelers arriving by plane will likely land at Milans Malpensa Airport.
Smaller Milan Linate and Milan Bergamo airports handle mostly domestic and intra-Europe flights.
A one-way ticket from Como to Bellagio is 10.40 (about $11 USD) per person.
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In peak season, ferries may sell out.
