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. 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
$307
1 night at 3-star hotel
Como in February
Estimated hotel price
$307
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 24 miles from Como. The shortest flight to Como from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 45m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Como, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Como to Genoa takes 1h 31m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Turin, expect to pay about $21 for a 1h 33m trip. Located 2 miles from the city centre, Como Grandate - Breccia is the busiest station in Como. Another popular train station is Como Albate-Camerlata, located 2 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Como is to pick up a car hire from Florence, which is about 176 miles from Como. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Florence.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Como, including FlixBus, Bus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Turin, the bus ride to Como takes 90 miles and will cost you around $24. From Genoa, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 115 miles. The most popular bus station is Como Como, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Como. Como Chiasso-Brogeda Customs Office is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Como doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milan All airports (MIL), which is located 24 miles from Como. The shortest flight to Como from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 45m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Como, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Como to Genoa takes 1h 31m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Turin, expect to pay about $21 for a 1h 33m trip. Located 2 miles from the city centre, Como Grandate - Breccia is the busiest station in Como. Another popular train station is Como Albate-Camerlata, located 2 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Como is to pick up a car hire from Florence, which is about 176 miles from Como. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Florence.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Como, including FlixBus, Bus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Turin, the bus ride to Como takes 90 miles and will cost you around $24. From Genoa, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 115 miles. The most popular bus station is Como Como, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Como. Como Chiasso-Brogeda Customs Office is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Airlines serving Como

KLM
Good (1,473 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,804 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,302 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,259 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,145 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,448 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,544 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,818 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,171 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (197 reviews)
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Where to stay in Como

Average rates range from around $267 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $648 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

Hilton Lake Como
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$500+
Palace Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$371+
Albergo Firenze
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$228+
Sheraton Lake Como Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$400+
B&B Hotel Como
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$125+

Hiring a car in Como

Expect to pay $3.54 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 $42.38 and $56.51. 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 (Lancia Ypsilon or similar) is, on average, 89% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.54 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 $42.38 and $56.51. 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 (Lancia Ypsilon or similar) is, on average, 89% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.