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Home/Italy/Lombardy/Lake Como/Villa Melzi Gardens (Giardini di Villa Melzi)

Experience the Elegance of Villa Melzi Gardens, Bellagio

Step into a botanical paradise at Villa Melzi Gardens (Giardini di Villa Melzi) in beautiful Bellagio. Discover the ultimate Lake Como experience as you wander through historic landscapes, manicured floral paths, and breathtaking lakeside views. Whether you choose a luxury private boat tour, a guided cultural walking tour, or a romantic stroll through these iconic gardens, Villa Melzi offers an unparalleled escape into nature and history. Perfect for couples and families seeking relaxation, our curated experiences bring the elegance of Italy’s historic villas to life. Book your unforgettable Bellagio adventure today!

4.94/5 avg ratingFrom $178.94 per person61 unique experiences85% private tours available

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Rating

Rating

4.94★ average

Based on 2,560 pooled reviews with ~95% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$353–$824 typical

Median price is $542, with a spread up to $1,354

Tour Type

Tour Type

Mostly Boat Tours

70% of options focus on boat-based experiences

Tour Length

Tour Length

4 hours median

Typical duration ranges from 1.5 to 8 hours

Tour Style

Tour Style

85% Private Tours

High availability of private and free cancellation options

Languages

Languages

8 languages offered

Includes EN, IT, ES, FR, DE, RU, AR, and ZH

99 Products

Lake Como Authentic Private Lounge Cruise with Open Bar

Lake Como Authentic Private Lounge Cruise with Open Bar

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.98 (417 reviews)
98.86%
1.14%
amazinghighly recommendGreat tour
Viator
$343
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Lake Como Authentic Private Lounge Cruise with Open Bar
Summary

Welcome to Lake Como, where elegance and beauty come together in an enchanting landscape! Climb aboard our exclusive boat and get ready for an unforgettable journey through the crystal clear waters of this gem of the Lombardy Pre-Alps. Imagine sailing along the shores of the lake, while ancient vill...

Inclusions
  • Fuel
Itinerary
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Golfo di Venere
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
  • Isola Comacina
  • Cadenabbia di Griante
  • Varenna
  • Villa Monastero
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The itinerary may vary depending on the pick-up point requested
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lake Como Private Boat Tour from Bellagio with a Local

Lake Como Private Boat Tour from Bellagio with a Local

2 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (371 reviews)
99.64%
0.36%
amazingGreat experienceBeautiful boating experience
Viator
$366
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Lake Como Private Boat Tour from Bellagio with a Local
Summary

This is more than just a tour - it's an experience that will take you trough the waters of Lake Como, passing by historic villas, hidden gems accessible only by boat, breathtaking views and stunning natural panoramas surrounded by majestic mountains. A bottle of high-quality Prosecco is included on ...

Inclusions
  • Fuel and all navigation fees
  • Live commentary on board
  • Swimming stop
  • Private boat with driver for your group only
Itinerary
  • Bellagio
  • Parco di Villa Serbelloni
  • Borgo di Pescallo
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
  • Isola Comacina
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The travelers who can consume alcohol are 18 years old.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Boat Tour on Lake Como

Private Boat Tour on Lake Como

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.97 (179 reviews)
97.75%
2.25%
beautifulhighly recommendGreat experience
Viator
$400
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Private Boat Tour on Lake Como
Summary

Explore Lake Como with our private boat tour!Treat yourself to the luxury of admiring historic villas such as Villa Oleandra, home of George Clooney and Villa Balbianello, the setting for films such as Casino Royale and Star Wars.Enjoy the majestic mountains and picturesque villages that dot the sho...

Inclusions
  • Pick-up and drop-off service included in the price from Argegno, Lenno, Laglio, Lezzeno
  • Private boat tour on Lake Como
  • Live commentary from the captain on board
  • Water and 1 bottle of prosecco (other spirits on request)
  • Heated cabin with sunroof for total protection in all seasons
Exclusions
  • Pick-up and drop-off service from locations not mentioned among those included (surcharge 100€)
Itinerary
  • Laglio
  • Orrido Di Nesso
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
  • Isola Comacina
  • Villa Le Fontanelle
  • Cernobbio
  • Villa Troubetzkoy
  • Villa Erba
  • Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como piscina
  • Torno
  • Villa Pliniana
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
  • Tremezzo
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Bellagio
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como: Villages and Villas

Private Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como: Villages and Villas

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.99 (125 reviews)
98.96%
1.04%
Amazing!!amazing experiencecourtesy
Viator
$377
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Private Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como: Villages and Villas
Summary

Experience Lake Como as it used to be: aboard a boat made entirely of wood, an original from 1957. A private tour that combines the most iconic villas of the lake with hidden corners of rare beauty, away from the crowds. No rigid itineraries, just the slow rhythm of the water and a view that chang...

Inclusions
  • Private Boat Tour
  • Pro local captain and host
  • Fuel
Exclusions
  • Entrance ticket to the villas
Itinerary
  • Bellagio
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Tremezzo
  • Golfo di Venere
  • Lenno
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
  • Isola Comacina
  • Argegno
  • Menaggio
  • Cadenabbia di Griante
  • Varenna
  • Villa Monastero
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Boat Tour on Italian Gozzo on Lake Como

Private Boat Tour on Italian Gozzo on Lake Como

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.96 (152 reviews)
98.4%
1.6%
amazingGreat experienceAmazing views
Viator
$343
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Private Boat Tour on Italian Gozzo on Lake Como
Summary

The captain will welcome you on board and you will immediately start relaxing on our comfortable boat. We will move along the coast and we will have the possibility to see some of the most interesting spots of the lake, out of the crowded area of Como, having some drink as a classic Italian aperitiv...

Inclusions
  • You will be allowed to use the boat board equipment
  • Safety equipment also for children
Itinerary
  • Menaggio
  • La Passeggiata Degli Innamorati
  • Villa Monastero
  • La Punta Spartivento
  • Bellagio
  • Parco di Villa Serbelloni
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
  • Tremezzo
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Chiesa di San Lorenzo a Tremezzo
  • Golfo di Venere
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
  • Ossuccio
  • Isola Comacina
  • Laglio
  • Nesso
  • Lezzeno
  • Varenna
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Shoes off on board, Better to bring an extra jacket, it can be cold or windy on the lake, The captain can decide to reduce or cancel the tour in case of bad weather or any other dangerous conditions
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lake Como Private Boat Tour : The Wooden Venetian Limo Escape

Lake Como Private Boat Tour : The Wooden Venetian Limo Escape

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellationLikely to sell out
5 (83 reviews)
98.28%
1.72%
beautifulbest experiencehighly recommend
Viator
$400
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Lake Como Private Boat Tour : The Wooden Venetian Limo Escape
Summary

The captains, Marco and Stefano with their wooden Venetian Taxi, will make your tour on Lake Como unique, it will be possible to enjoy the anecdotes and stories experienced on the Lake by famous people. You can take a refreshing bath or a pleasant aperitif. All always in total safety. We are waiting...

Inclusions
  • Life jackets
  • Fuel
Itinerary
  • Varenna
  • La Passeggiata Degli Innamorati
  • Villa Monastero
  • La Punta Spartivento
  • Bellagio
  • Parco di Villa Serbelloni
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
  • Tremezzo
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Chiesa di San Lorenzo a Tremezzo
  • Golfo di Venere
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
  • Ossuccio
  • Isola Comacina
  • Nesso
  • Orrido Di Nesso
  • Ponte della Civera
  • Laglio
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Small pets are allowed Pets allowed
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Boat Tour on Lake Como

Private Boat Tour on Lake Como

1 hrPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (67 reviews)
99.46%
0.54%
Highly recommendamazingabsolutely stunning
Viator
$169
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Private Boat Tour on Lake Como
Summary

You can choose the duration of the tour, the locations to visit and the activities to carry out. Private tours are perfect for those who want a tailor-made experience, adapted to their interests and pace. Private tours take place on exclusive boats, with a maximum of 8 people, to ensure maximum comf...

Itinerary
  • Bellagio
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Tremezzo
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
  • Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lake Como Private Boat Tour

Lake Como Private Boat Tour

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.97 (116 reviews)
98.07%
1.93%
amazing experienceamazinghighly recommend
Viator
$1,315
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Lake Como Private Boat Tour
Summary

A private boat tour on Lake Como is the real amazing way to enjoy the beauty of the lake and be able to see the best scenarios, that you would not be able to see from a ferry or by car. A choice of boats for this 4 hour boat tour: the modern Cranchi E26, the classical Colombo 26 and the typicaly Ve...

Inclusions
  • Gasoline and private driver.
Itinerary
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Isola Comacina
  • Bellagio
  • Nesso
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lake Como Private Tour Vintage Boat Nesso Waterfall and Bridge

Lake Como Private Tour Vintage Boat Nesso Waterfall and Bridge

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (62 reviews)
Viator
$309$343
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Lake Como Private Tour Vintage Boat Nesso Waterfall and Bridge
Summary

The Nesso Bridge in an hour? Yes! Discover the secret gorge of the iconic waterfall bridge on a vintage 1970s boat. Choose smart boarding and leave now! Explore Lake Como aboard La Flaca, a legendary Coronado 21 boat from the 1970s, with a local captain. You will glide between timeless villages and...

Inclusions
  • Petrol
  • Captain
Exclusions
  • Tickets for villas or gardens
Itinerary
  • Nesso
  • Ponte della Civera
  • Orrido Di Nesso
  • Argegno
  • Isola Comacina
  • Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
  • Villa Del Balbianello
  • Lenno
  • Golfo di Venere
  • Lezzeno
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Bellagio
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Safety equipment for all boat occupants
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Lake Como Yacht Tour Experience on Colombo Boat

Private Lake Como Yacht Tour Experience on Colombo Boat

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (54 reviews)
100%
0%
amazingHighly recommendbeautiful setting
Viator
$915
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Private Lake Como Yacht Tour Experience on Colombo Boat
Summary

PERFECT FOR BIRTHDAY PARTIES, SPECIAL OCCASIONS AND EVENTS Embark on an unforgettable journey across the serene waters of Lake Como with our exclusive private boat tours. Tailored to offer you a truly personalized experience, our tours combine breathtaking scenery, luxurious comfort, and local expe...

Inclusions
  • Skipper
  • Guide; In-person: English, Italian
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Bellagio
  • I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Villa Olmo
  • Villa D'Este Golf Club
  • Lenno
  • Villa Del Balbianello
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Brunate

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Among the 93 options we compare across booking platforms, the vast majority are private tours, accounting for 84% (78 listings). This makes the gardens an ideal destination for travelers seeking personalized attention rather than large group settings.

Prices vary depending on the level of exclusivity and duration, but the typical spread for the options we compare is between $175–$1,563. Most travelers find themselves in the $373–$875 price band.

The gardens are exceptionally highly rated. Across 2,498 pooled reviews, the attraction holds an average rating of 4.88★. Reviewers consistently describe the experience using terms like amazing, fantastic, and wonderful.

It is often wise to book ahead, as about 13% (12 listings) of the tours we compare are flagged as likely to sell out. Additionally, 91% (85 listings) of the options offer instant confirmation, which can be helpful for last-minute planning.

The duration of experiences varies significantly based on the itinerary. Most tours last around 4 hours, though you can find options ranging from about 1 hour to 8 hours.

You will have plenty of choice regarding language. The options we compare are offered in 8 different languages: English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese.

Flexibility is widely available among the listings we compare, as 78% (73 listings) of the tours offer free cancellation.

Take a train from Milano Centrale to Varenna. From Varenna, catch a ferry to Bellagio for a scenic arrival.

Bellagio is central and lively. Staying in Varenna or Menaggio might be cheaper and offers easier train access.

Use the public ferry system. It connects the major lakeside villas and is more reliable than local buses.

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