I Giardini di Villa Melzi
I Giardini di Villa Melzi
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National Monument and Private Gardens This magnificent villa, built in 1808 for the Duke Francesco Melzi d'Eril, assistant to General Napoleon, is one of the most emblematic examples of neo-classicism in Lombardy.....The Gardens Are visitable March to October every day 9.30 am to' 6.30 pm
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- Corrado RVedano al Lambro, Italy1,082 contributionsDo not miss the gardens!Wonderful visit in awesome gardens, with a stunning view on the Como Lake. The villa is closed but with a reasonable entrance fee it is possible to enjoy these wonderful gardens, full of amazing trees, bushes and flowers. Superworth a visit when in Bellagio!Visited April 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 April 2023
- Michael K175 contributionsBeautiful GardensThe gardens here are beautiful. It's a short walk from the ferry and worth it. It was very early spring, but the gardens were still beautiful. It was also very quite. Property is well taken care of and there are amazing views of the lake. It's a nice respite from the crowds in Bellagio.Visited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 4 April 2023
- AllanJGJWellington, New Zealand3,831 contributionsPleasant gardens and appealing little museumDefinitely worth doing while you're in Bellagio as it's only a ten minute stroll to the south of the town. Great views up and down the lake and pleasant rolling gardens. There were a few azaleas and rhodies in bloom while we were there but little else by way of colour. But some nice feature trees all well notated. But perhaps the thing we enjoyed most was the little museum documenting the history of the villa and the gardens so remember to spend a few minutes checking this out.Visited April 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 13 April 2023
- joumina17165 contributionsBeautifulWe visited it in april. It was beautiful. It is by the lake Como, full of different kinds of flowers and trees. The villa was the house of one of Napoleon's assistants but it was closed for renovation. The Japanese part is wonderful. It is easily accessible on foot from Bellagio pier.Visited April 2023Written 2 May 2023
- JAW16 contributionsBeautiful and set alongside the lakeBeautiful and the most spectacular gardens we saw on our trip and we saw a few villas - so this was my personal favourite. The landscaping was both gorgeous and unusual too. It was spacious and well worth a visit and was set alongside the lake so you had a fantastic view from there too. A must if you are calling in at Bellagio. There is an 1 hour town walking route you can print off the internet and this Villa's gardens is on the route so you can combine the two.Visited June 2023Travelled with familyWritten 26 June 2023
- ADKtravellerLake George, New York2,943 contributionsAmazing gardens alongside the lakeThis is absolutely worth the time to visit and see the gardens and the magnificent views along the lake. The trails alongside the lake and through the gardens are fun to explore - another fun and interesting item to see was the museum which discussed the villa and related history. Overall this is worth seeingVisited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 July 2023
- WilliamWillieWilsonNashville, Tennessee1,370 contributionsThe best stop in Bellagio!!This is absolute paradise! In the village of Bellagio, nestled at the tip of an unnamed peninsula in the middle of Lake Como, the jewel of the entire town is the Melzi Gardens along its western shore. Named after Francesco Melzi d'Eril who built the mansion on the grounds in the early 1800s, the gardens feature countless species of plant life. Some of the trees are towering above you reminding visitors just how old they are and their rich history! The entrance pathway runs right along the lake in the most picturesque setting. This is certainly the best point of interest in Bellagio!Visited July 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 21 July 2023
- HolidaymakerfromHoveBrighton and Hove, United Kingdom1,589 contributionsVilla Melzi Gardens, Bellagio…….A must do on our day trip to Bellagio from Como. Short walk from the centre although we took a ride in the tourist train and got off when it reached the gardens. €8 each to visit. The Villa itself is not open to the public but the stunning gardens easily make up for this. We entered from the far end of the gardens and made our way through to the other end. We were there for about an hour and have some amazing photos. Highly recommended. Well worth going out of your way for!Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 13 September 2023
- AlvinfTel Aviv, Israel253 contributionsPleasant down time in a botanical gardenThere is a small choo-choo train near the Ferry docks that takes you on a tour of Bellagio. It was 5 Euros per person. You can get on and off when you want. We stopped at the Melzi Botanical Garden and really enjoyed our peaceful walk through the gardens. The entry fee is 8 Euros per person. what more can I say? If you like some peace and quiet before continuing on your trip, this is worth it.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 20 September 2023
- TheBigCheeseCroxley Green, United Kingdom335 contributionsLovely waterside strollBeautiful grounds that frame the lake perfectly. Walking the edge on a flat level was a bonus on a hot day. Was hoping for somewhere to swim, but alas that wasn’t possible. Some great spots for photos. Plenty of lizards to see on the walls. Recommend.Visited September 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 29 September 2023
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Charles M
Virginia91 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Step back in time and stroll the stunning gardens of the (still private) Villa Melzi in Bellagio, Lake Como. A short, pleasant stroll along the water from the harbor, the gardens, even in fall when we were there, are well worth a visit. Not only can you enjoy the meticulously maintained grounds, there is a detailed museum that outlines the heritage of the villa and the contributions of the family over the centuries. Highly recommend. Tip: Go early or later in the day to avoid crowds. Enjoy!
Written 26 October 2023
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mafischl
Huntington, NY2,075 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This is an absolutely wonderful garden. All sorts of interesting trees and plants. Entry fee is a very reasonable eight euros. Walk on the water down to the villa and on the return take the high path. Beautiful views all the way.
Written 13 October 2023
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edsb90
Kenilworth, UK51 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Stunning! The best gardens in Lake Como, not as busy as most others and plenty of open spots for pictures with the gorgeous plants and the lakes in the background. Well worth a visit
Written 11 October 2023
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Steviefull
Kidderminster, UK1,663 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
On our day trip from Milan to Lake Como our boat tour dropped us off in Bellagio, so we took a walk to the gardens of this Neoclassical Villa.
The admission price of 8 euros per adult wasn't too bad as we spent around an hour walking around, upon entry you get a little guide which points out all the highlights of the gardens, my particular highlights were the photo opportunities around the Pavilion looking out over the lake and the small water garden with bridges near the entrance.
Despite the drizzle it was still a peaceful and enjoyable walk around the gardens and highly recommended.
The admission price of 8 euros per adult wasn't too bad as we spent around an hour walking around, upon entry you get a little guide which points out all the highlights of the gardens, my particular highlights were the photo opportunities around the Pavilion looking out over the lake and the small water garden with bridges near the entrance.
Despite the drizzle it was still a peaceful and enjoyable walk around the gardens and highly recommended.
Written 3 October 2023
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kleic
San Antonio, TX1,013 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
We were a little put off by the entrance fee and almost didn't go but I'm so glad we did! The walk along the lake is wonderful, the whole place is beautifully laid out, there's an incredible diversity of trees (and a pretty good map that helps you identify them), and it feels far removed from the bustle and crowds of Bellagio.
Written 1 October 2023
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TheBigCheese
Croxley Green, UK335 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
Beautiful grounds that frame the lake perfectly. Walking the edge on a flat level was a bonus on a hot day. Was hoping for somewhere to swim, but alas that wasn’t possible. Some great spots for photos. Plenty of lizards to see on the walls. Recommend.
Written 29 September 2023
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Cynthia F
Fair Lawn, NJ2,353 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Nice experience. Nothing gorgeous enough to wow me, but worth a trip if you appreciate beautiful trees. There are more magnificent gardens elsewhere.
Written 25 September 2023
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Alvinf
Tel Aviv, Israel253 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
There is a small choo-choo train near the Ferry docks that takes you on a tour of Bellagio. It was 5 Euros per person. You can get on and off when you want. We stopped at the Melzi Botanical Garden and really enjoyed our peaceful walk through the gardens. The entry fee is 8 Euros per person. what more can I say? If you like some peace and quiet before continuing on your trip, this is worth it.
Written 20 September 2023
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HolidaymakerfromHove
Brighton and Hove, UK1,589 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
A must do on our day trip to Bellagio from Como.
Short walk from the centre although we took a ride in the tourist train and got off when it reached the gardens. €8 each to visit.
The Villa itself is not open to the public but the stunning gardens easily make up for this. We entered from the far end of the gardens and made our way through to the other end. We were there for about an hour and have some amazing photos.
Highly recommended. Well worth going out of your way for!
Short walk from the centre although we took a ride in the tourist train and got off when it reached the gardens. €8 each to visit.
The Villa itself is not open to the public but the stunning gardens easily make up for this. We entered from the far end of the gardens and made our way through to the other end. We were there for about an hour and have some amazing photos.
Highly recommended. Well worth going out of your way for!
Written 13 September 2023
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hellkity
Stockholm, Sweden265 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Absolutely stunning, beautiful place with beautiful views. A little difficult to find parking but otherwise totally worth the visit.
Written 11 September 2023
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Where exactly is the entrance to Giardini do Villa Melzi?
Janice M
4 contributions
I found it by walking down past the bus stop and following the road up the hill. I was given directions from the very helpful tourist information center
Scusate, ma quanto costano i biglietti?
Alessandro
Milan, Italy1,065 contributions
Per gli adulti euro 6,50
Per le comitive euro 5,00
Bambini sotto i 12 anni entrata gratuita
:-)
Michela
Erba, Italy81 contributions
L'ingresso è consentito ai cani?
Grazie a chi vorrà rispondermi.
Marcela E
Bora Bora, French Polynesia424 contributions
Si, ed non e l'unica villa dove possono entrare ns. amici, anche a Varenna, Cernobbio; fortunatamente cresce il numero dei giardini dove e possibile passeggiare la famiglia completa. Guarda grandigiardini c'e la lista di tutto il territorio italiano
rbosi1566
Rosate, Italy1 contribution
Vorrei sapere se i biglietti per la visita si comprano direttamente alla villa perché tra le varie info trovate parla di una biglietteria di Bellagio senza indirizzo preciso, non vorrei arrivare alla villa e scoprire che i biglietti dovevo comprarli altrove.
Grazie in anticipo.
Alberto Z
Castelfranco Veneto, Italy9 contributions
Sì, si comprano ai due ingressi della villa. Attenzione che accettano solo contanti e niente carte!
Lacey G
New Orleans, LA2 contributions
Hours list closing time at 18:30... if we arrive at 18:15 will be be allowed to walk through the gardens? Or do they make all visitors exit at 18:30? Just curious because we have dinner reservations near the gardens at 19:00 and would like to walk through on our way to dinner.
LiNeave
Cape Town, South Africa25 contributions
yes all have to exit by 6h30pm
Maria Cristina P
Bologna, Italy4,542 contributions
Soggiorneremo a Lenno quindi sponda opposta, è possibile da Lenno prendere il battello e senza auto arrivare ai giardini?
ErMatador
Milan, Italy14,385 contributions
si certo che puoi , vai fino a Cadenabbia e prendi il traghetto ( circa 4km da Lenno ) poi arrivi in centro a Bellagio ed in 5 minuti a piedi di bella passegiata arrivi direttamente ai giardini ! :)
Quando scendi dal traghetto vai sulla tua destra ed arrivi !
Buona visita
ENJOY
Jubran5
Argegno, Italy
Hi, is the garden open in December? I saw some comments posted in late November mentioning that the villa is closed but the garden can be accessed normally.
Wedding Photographer Lake Como
Milan, Italy366 contributions
Hi Jubran5, the gardens are closed until March.
You can visit Bellagio and Varenna that are very romantic in winter.
Hello! Is it any additional payments for wedding photo session? There will be not a lot of people, only a couple and a photographer.
Mariana Z
33 contributions
Hola, quería saber si vale la pena hacer un paseo en barco por el Lago de Como, donde conviene alojarse y qué otro lugar me recomendarias visitar en Bellagio o alrededores.
Gracias
Sabine R
Leipzig, Germany9 contributions
Bootsfahrt lohnt sich immer , ich habe keinen Ort am Comer see gesehen der nicht wunderschön war
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