A half-day tour that takes you from the history and elegance of Como city centre to the picturesque ‘Balcony of the Alps’ in Brunate. The perfect experience combining culture, panoramic views and hearty traditional Lombard cuisine.
A professional guide will accompany you on a journey of discovery through the secrets and history of the capital of the province of Como.
Climb up to Brunate on the historic funicular (return ticket included), enjoying the view over the lake and mountains.
Once you reach the summit, a short transfer will take you to a selected restaurant in Brunate, known for its views and its loyalty to tradition:
Typical Appetiser: Tasting of Alpine cold cuts and authentic Valtellina Sciatt (balls of melted cheese in batter).
The Triumph of Polenta: Choose your favourite polenta from a careful selection of classics: Polenta Taragna e Zola, Polenta Taragna e Salsiccia or the rich Polenta Uncia (with casera, bitto and sausage).
Water, coffee and cover charge included.
Tour Options
Tour of Como and Brunate
Itinerary
120 min
Visit the historical city of Como on your own.
Admission included15 min
Panoramic ascent and descent with the historic funicular railway.
Highlights
Brunate Funicular Railway Panoramic ascent and descent on the historic funicular railway.
Guided tour of Como (2 hours)
Traditional Lunch or Dinner: A typical meal in a selected restaurant in Brunate with a view.
What's included
Included
Brunate Funicular Railway Panoramic ascent and descent on the historic funicular railway.
Guided tour of Como (2 hours)
Traditional Lunch or Dinner: A typical meal in a selected restaurant in Brunate with a view.
Not included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Anything not specifically mentioned under "included"
Any gratuities and extras of a personal nature
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please notify in case of food allergies and intolerances
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tour of Como and Brunate take?
Tour of Como and Brunate lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Tour of Como and Brunate cost?
Prices start at $402 per person for this Lake Como experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Tour of Como and Brunate for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Tour of Como and Brunate offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Tour of Como and Brunate worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 verified reviews; it is run by Lake Como Tourism. Most-mentioned highlights: Brunate Funicular Railway Panoramic ascent and descent on the historic funicular railway.; Guided tour of Como (2 hours); Traditional Lunch or Dinner: A typical meal in a selected restaurant in Brunate with a view..
Reviews(4)
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erdalmd
October 28, 2025
Beautiful Lake.......
We took the boat tour from Bellagio. It was a shared tour of middle part of the lake. It was not too crowed. The view from the boat was beautiful. Villas, colorful trees and mountains made up the scene from the start to end. At Bellagio we had our vine taste and cold cuts and cheese, very tasty....
Operator response
Dear Erdal, what a wonderful review - thank you for sharing your experience! It sounds like you had a perfect day exploring Lake Como and that the tasting experience was a great highlight. We hope to see you again. Samantha - Lake Como Tourism Staff
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nancysI451HU
May 12, 2024
Boat tour of Lake Como and local Church. Chocolate Tasting
The boat ride was so fun and Silvia was so informed about all the rich and famous villa owners. She also guided us thru the cathedral and she was very informative and provided a lot of history and knowledge of the local atteactions. The Wine was nice but the Chocolate Tasting was Exquisito!!!’
Operator response
Thank you for your review.
We are really very happy that you enjoyed our tour so much and that you enjoyed our local products. Silvia was also very happy with you for your kindness and interest.
We hope to see you again soon
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Colleen_C
May 30, 2022
Even though it rained a...
Even though it rained a bit, we had a great time. Our captain was friendly and we had a great time taking to him about the lake and surrounding area. The Prosecco was delicious and a great way to end our last night.
Operator response
Hi Collen, we are glad that despite the weather that was not favorable you still managed to have a good experience!
We hope to see you again on Lake Como, with sunshine though.
