Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Como in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 105
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 10h 50m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Como, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Como to Turin takes 1h 28m and costs around C$ 18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bologna, expect to pay about C$ 23 for a 2h 14m 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 rental from Milan, which is about 24 miles from Como. You’ll find branches of Avis and Rent Smart 24, 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 95 miles and will cost you around C$ 10. From Bologna, the ticket costs about C$ 19 for a journey of 135 miles. The most popular bus station is Como Como, located 0.1 miles from downtown 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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 10h 50m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Como, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Como to Turin takes 1h 28m and costs around C$ 18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bologna, expect to pay about C$ 23 for a 2h 14m 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 rental from Milan, which is about 24 miles from Como. You’ll find branches of Avis and Rent Smart 24, 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 95 miles and will cost you around C$ 10. From Bologna, the ticket costs about C$ 19 for a journey of 135 miles. The most popular bus station is Como Como, located 0.1 miles from downtown Como. Como Chiasso-Brogeda Customs Office is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Como

MILMilan All airports
TRNTurin Citta Di Torino
VRNVerona

Airlines serving Como

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,841 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,277 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,249 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,412 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,425 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,162 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (198 reviews)
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Where to stay in Como

Average rates range from around C$ 201 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 519 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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Hotel Ristorante San Giuseppe
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 277+
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Hilton Lake Como
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 379+
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Palace Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 294+
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Albergo Firenze
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 170+
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Sheraton Lake Como Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 313+
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B&B Hotel Como
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 98+
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Renting a car in Como

Expect to pay C$ 2.64 per litre in Como (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 31.59 and C$ 42.12.

Expect to pay C$ 2.64 per litre in Como (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 31.59 and C$ 42.12.

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