What to do in Carate Urio

Activities, attractions and tours

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A mountainous landscape with a lake and a town with red-roofed buildings.
A densely packed hillside town with colorful buildings and a waterfront.
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Things to do

Lake Como Photo Experience: Bellagio, Cruise & Lugano from Milan

Lake Como Photo Experience: Bellagio, Cruise & Lugano from Milan

Rp1.665.919
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Lake Como Photo Experience: Bellagio, Cruise & Lugano from Milan
From Como: Bellagio and Lugano Tour with Lake Como Cruise

From Como: Bellagio and Lugano Tour with Lake Como Cruise

Rp1.986.876
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76% of travellers recommend
From Como: Bellagio and Lugano Tour with Lake Como Cruise
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour

Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour

Rp2.017.443
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88% of travellers recommend
Lake Como & Bellagio Full-Day Tour
From Milan: Lake Como and Bellagio Day Trip with Cruise

From Milan: Lake Como and Bellagio Day Trip with Cruise

Rp2.240.996
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100% of travellers recommend
From Milan: Lake Como and Bellagio Day Trip with Cruise
Milan: Como, Lugano, Bellagio with Private Lake Cruise

From Milan: Como, Lugano, Bellagio with Private Lake Cruise

Rp1.592.558
per adult
From Milan: Como, Lugano, Bellagio with Private Lake Cruise
Lake Como Small Group Boat Tour

Lake Como Small Group Boat Tour

Rp1.834.039
per adult
Lake Como Small Group Boat Tour
Como City Audio Guide and Skip The Ticket Line to Brunate

Lake Como: Como & Brunate Audioguide + Funicular Tickets

Rp611.181
per adult
Lake Como: Como & Brunate Audioguide + Funicular Tickets
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1. Lake Lugano

Straddling the border between Switzerland and Italy, Lake Lugano offers the best of both countries. Enjoy its year-round Mediterranean climate and sparkling blue waters while majestic snowcapped mountains beckon in the distance.
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A picturesque lakeside village with colorful buildings, boats, and mountains in the background.

2. Villa del Balbianello

Villa del Balbianello is set in a commanding location on the edge of a wooded promontory that juts out from the coastline. Stroll around the handsome building befitting this striking setting and find well-landscaped gardens and an interesting museum.
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3. Como-Brunate Funicular

The Funicular Como-Brunate is an historic funicular railway that connects the lakeside town of Como with the pretty alpine village of Brunate. Admire sweeping views of Lake Como and rugged hills as you climb, and then traverse the countryside surrounding Brunate.
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4. Piazza Cavour

Elegant and animated Piazza Cavour is Como’s main square and a focal point of the city’s historic center. It is a place to enjoy views of Lake Como and its surrounding hills, to admire striking architecture and to be part of festivals and cultural events.
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5. Villa Carlotta

The waterfront Villa Carlotta holds a collection of fine art featuring works by Antonio Canova and Francesco Hayez, as well as a glorious garden that blooms with sweetly scented flowers and shrubs. Browse the bounty of art inside, wander around one of Europe’s best displays of colorful flora and steal a moment’s peace in the traditional Japanese bamboo garden.
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What to do in Carate Urio

Day trip destinations from Carate Urio

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Schignano

A lakeside town with buildings along the shore and a forested hillside in the background.

Brienno

Frequently asked questions

Is Carate Urio worth visiting?
Whether you want to experience the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Carate Urio.
How do I spend a day in Carate Urio?
After you've visited popular attractions like Argegno Beach and Perlana Beach, spend the rest of your day experiencing Carate Urio's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Carate Urio?
Como Cathedral is one of the top tourist attractions in Carate Urio and deserves a place on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Carate Urio?
Three days in Carate Urio is enough to enjoy the city's main highlights. Many guests stay for three days on average. Como Cathedral, Argegno Cable Car to Pigra and Pigra Cable Car are among the top-rated sights. Like to see more? Hang around a little longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Milan.
Is Carate Urio a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city centre, Carate Urio is a great place to experience on foot. Have fun wandering between Lido di Faggeto and Il Giardino della Valle. Then take a stroll through Molina, located 3 kilometers from the centre, and Riva, which is roughly 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Carate Urio with kids?
Planning what to do in Carate Urio with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or little ones, there's a range of family-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Carate Urio for adults?
Lido di Lenno and Volta Temple are just two of the things to do in Carate Urio. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Carate Urio?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Carate Urio is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other attractions you can visit without taking your wallet out. Como Cathedral is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.