Private 2-Hour Tour of the Medieval Castle over Lake Como
Description
The doors of Castello Baradello will be open exclusively for you. Take an easy, scenic walk to reach the Baradello Castle, nestled in the greenery of a protected natural park. Immerse yourself in the history, nature and culture of the region. The castle is the symbol of Como and one of the most important historical monuments in the Lake Como area. Uncover the historical events of Northern Italy that the walls have been witnesses to. Discover the Tower of Time Museum. Enjoy a panoramic view of the city and its lake from the top of the castle's high tower. Enjoy private access to the terrace. Built by Emperor Federico Barbarossa on previous fortifications and located in a strategic and spectacular position, the Baradello Castle dominates the city and the southern area of the Lake.
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Itinerary
We will walk together through Spina Verde Regional Park, in the beautiful nature, to reach the top of the hill where the Castle is waiting for us.
We will visit the Castle starting from its ancient walls surrounding the Baradello hill. Then we will discover the Tower of Time (a historical museum inside the Castle) and we will exclusively access the terrace where we will admire a 360° stunning view over the city and its Lake. Travelers will taste the wine at the end of the visit of the castle, on the top of terrace, admiring the stunning view (when the wine tasted option is selected)
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with fear of heights
Reviews(9)
We had a great time on this tour! My husband and I enjoyed learning all the history and beautiful sights on our tour! Our guide was so friendly and gave us great insight on the area and how it's changed.
This is a unique and interesting tour, to give a completely different experience and perspective of Como. We met Daniela at the meeting point and enjoyed our 2 hour tour in a group of 6. The walk up to the castle is on a cobblestone road so best in sturdy footwear. We didn’t take sufficient water but our obliging guide bought some for us, just as well. It is a moderately strenuous walk that does require some attention to avoid stumbling. Definitely worth the climb to the castle and then the rooftop for complete panoramic views in all direction.
We had a private tour with Daniele and he was wonderful! We absolutely love him and the history he told us about the area. He was very friendly and detailed which we loved. We totally recommend!
Excellent tour. It was extremely informative and Daniele was a great guide. It was the only official tour we took in Como and it provided a lot background on the castle and the city itself. Highly recommend.
Great driving! Thanks Niccolò! We visited the Baradello tower at night. Suggestive atmosphere and interesting discoveries about the history of Como.
My wife and I had a great time with Fabia, trekking up to the castle, exploring around, hearing all the great history related to the area, and checking out the stunning views of the city from the top of the castle. She was extremely knowledgeable, and great company! We'd highly recommend this tour!
Hi Cliff, it was great to meet you and Leslie and to share our life experiences. I am so glad to read that you have enjoyed the tour. Ciao!! Fabia
After a lovely stroll in the woods to reach the top of the hill we enjoyed a 360 view over Lake Como from the top of the tower of a medieval castle! The guide was friendly and knowledgeable and gave us a an excellent understanding of the area. It was a fun tour that put together culture, nature and a stunning landscape view! Strongly recommended.
A truly unexpected little adventure. It’s not only fun and interesting but it’s different from all the other activities you could do in town, living the unique experience of a private visit of the Castle with a friendly guide and enjoying the incredible view from the top of the Tower. I would recommend this experience to anyone.
Ciao Miranda, It was wonderful spending the day with you. the stories you shared were enlighting, I'm sure I will keep them with me for a long time. Hope to see you again when you come visit Lake Como. Ciao a big hug Daniele
Unforgettable view from the top of the Castle. The walk in the Park was fun, chatting with the guide and listening to stories and curiosities of the city. A little bit of exercise rewarded by a glass of wine, good food and a unique panorama!
