Staying in Como town
Where you stay within Como matters when you have luggage. Streets around Piazza Cavour put the boat landings close at hand, while accommodation near Porta Torre means a longer walk to the water. Inside the old center, pedestrian streets make walking pleasant, but a taxi may have to leave you a short distance from your door. Ask your host for the nearest vehicle access point before arriving.
At a glance
- Best for
- Trains, value
- At night
- Lively in the center
- Getting around
- Trains to Milan; boats and buses
- Price level
- €€
The city at the southern tip, with a cathedral, a lakefront, and direct trains from Milan in about 40 minutes.
Good for
- Trains from Milan and a lower price than the villages
- A wide choice of restaurants and shops
- Day trips by boat or bus from one hub
Think twice if
- You want to wake up in a quiet lakeside village
- You want the best views from your window
- You have only two nights and hate transfers
What is near Como town
Piazza San Fedele
About five minutes on foot from the cathedral, this small square makes a useful pause between the shopping streets and Porta Torre.
Porta Torre
Walk roughly ten minutes south from the cathedral to this stone gateway, then follow the edge of the old town walls.
Villa Olmo
Allow about 25 minutes from Piazza Cavour along the western waterfront. The approach is a worthwhile walk without entering the villa.
Eating in Como town
Look around Piazza San Fedele and the streets leading toward Porta Torre for bakeries, casual lunches and evening meals. Waterfront tables suit a longer stop, but check the menu before sitting down. Feel Como is an option to research if you want to plan a restaurant meal ahead.
Getting around from Como town
Como Lago station is close to the waterfront, while Como San Giovanni sits uphill from the center, around 15 minutes on foot from Piazza Cavour. Check which station your train uses. Boats leave from the lakefront, and the Brunate funicular starts farther east along the shore.
Hotels in Como town
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Staying in Como town
Which station is closest to the boat landings?
Como Lago is the closest railway station to the central waterfront. Como San Giovanni requires a longer walk, so allow extra time when connecting with a boat.
Can a taxi reach accommodation inside the old town?
Some streets have restricted vehicle access. Ask your accommodation where a taxi can legally stop and whether the final approach involves cobbles or steps.
Can I walk from the center to Villa Olmo?
Yes. Follow the western waterfront from Piazza Cavour and allow about 25 minutes each way, plus time to stop beside the water.