Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Como has to offer.

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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 March
Estimated hotel price
$458
1 night at 3-star hotel
Como in March
Estimated hotel price
$458
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Como in July, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 134 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Como, with an average rainfall of 35 mm.

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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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 45h.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Como, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Como to Turin takes 1h 07m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $36 for a 6h 42m trip. Located 4 km from the city centre, Como Grandate - Breccia is the busiest station in Como. Another popular train station is Como Albate-Camerlata, located 3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Como is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 39 km from Como. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and B-Rent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Como, including FlixBus, Bus and MarinoBus. From Turin, the bus ride to Como takes 145 km and will cost you around $17. From Genoa, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 185 km. The most popular bus station is Como Como, located 0.2 km from the city centre of Como. Como Chiasso-Brogeda Customs Office is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.

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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 45h.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Como, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Como to Turin takes 1h 07m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $36 for a 6h 42m trip. Located 4 km from the city centre, Como Grandate - Breccia is the busiest station in Como. Another popular train station is Como Albate-Camerlata, located 3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Como is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 39 km from Como. You’ll find branches of Rent Smart 24 and B-Rent, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Como, including FlixBus, Bus and MarinoBus. From Turin, the bus ride to Como takes 145 km and will cost you around $17. From Genoa, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 185 km. The most popular bus station is Como Como, located 0.2 km from the city centre of Como. Como Chiasso-Brogeda Customs Office is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Como

MILMilan All airports
TRNTurin Citta Di Torino
VRNVerona

Airlines serving Como

KLM
Good (1,457 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,790 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,751 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,207 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,220 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,876 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,314 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,688 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,144 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (193 reviews)
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Where to stay in Como

Average rates range from around $246 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $580 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Appartamenti La Chiocciola Como - Lipomo and Residence Diaz.

Where to stay in popular areas of Como

Most booked hotels in Como

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Hilton Lake Como
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$444+
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Palace Hotel Lake Como
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$373+
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Albergo Firenze
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$197+
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Sheraton Lake Como Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$393+
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B&B Hotel Como
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Hiring a car in Como

Expect to pay $3.25 per litre in Como (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.97 and $51.96. 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 car hire (Kia Rio Hatchback or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.25 per litre in Como (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.97 and $51.96. 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 car hire (Kia Rio Hatchback or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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