A Weekend in Como (Lake Como): 2-Day Itinerary
Two days are enough to fall for Como. Here's a simple, food-friendly itinerary to enjoy the lake, the villages and the cooking — without rushing.
Day 1 — Como and the lake
Morning: coffee and a stroll through the historic centre, the Duomo and the lake promenade. Lunch: something light by the water.
Afternoon: ride the Brunate funicular for the panoramic view. Evening: aperitivo by the lake and dinner in a trattoria.
Day 2 — Cooking and villages
Late morning/midday: the highlight — a cooking class in Como. You make fresh pasta, then sit down and enjoy what you cooked; dessert is gelato topped with 25-year-aged Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP.
Afternoon: take the boat to a lakeside village (Bellagio, Varenna) and wander before heading back.
Practical tips
Book experiences (class, boat) ahead on weekends. The centre is walkable; for the villages, the boat beats the car for comfort and views.
The itinerary at a glance
- Day 1: centre + Duomo + Brunate + aperitivo.
- Day 2: cooking class + a lakeside village by boat.
- Book the class early — small-group spots are limited.
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Add a cooking class to your weekend
Small group, chef-led: fresh pasta or risotto to cook and eat together, an aperitivo with cured meats and cheeses, local wine at the table (one bottle for every four guests) and, to finish, gelato with 25-year traditional balsamic. English, French and Italian spoken in class.
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