Villa del Balbianello on Lake Como
Destinations

Lake Como and the Italian lakes

Villa gardens, boat rides between villages and long Italian lunches, an hour from Milan.

3 minute read · Best for: Elegant weddings, Anniversaries, Smaller groups

Why it works

Lake Como pairs grand villas with relaxed villages: Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio are linked by ferries, so a group can stay in one place and spend days on the water.

When to go

May to early October. June and September have the best balance of weather and crowds.

Ideas for your group

  • A private boat for the day, with lunch in Varenna
  • An evening in a villa garden for the main celebration
  • A day trip to Milan for the shoppers

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Wedding dinner under trees strung with lights at night
Groups of 10 rooms or more

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