☀️ A Perfect Day in Lake Como with My American Friends
A lakeside lunch, a beach afternoon, a boat ride I never tire of — and dinner with a view
Lake Como is one of those places that feels different every time you visit—but on this trip with my American friends, we created a day so quintessentially Como I’ll never forget it. Here’s exactly how our perfect day unfolded.
🛏 Where We Stayed: Hotel Metropole Suisse
We based ourselves at the Hotel Metropole Suisse, right on Piazza Cavour in Como. It’s an ideal choice if you want to wake up to lake and ferry views, stroll into town in minutes, and enjoy a solid continental breakfast with a lakeside outlook.
🚶 Morning: A Stroll Through Como’s Center
We kicked things off with a slow morning walk through Como’s historic center—cobbled streets, piazzas, little boutiques, and the stunning Duomo. It’s small enough to wander without a plan and still feel delighted at every turn.
🍕 Lunch at La Darsena Ristorante Pizzeria
For lunch, we headed to La Darsena Ristorante Pizzeria, right on the lakefront. The twirls of pasta, crunchy pizzas, and azure views made it the perfect lakeside welcome.
🌞 Beach Club Bliss at Giulietta al Lago
Post-lunch, we grabbed chairs at Ristorante Giulietta al Lago, paying just €22 for a full afternoon pass— chairs, umbrellas, swimming access, and the easy convenience of QR code ordering from our sunbeds. It’s low-key, chic, and exactly the chill Lake Como spot you’re dreaming of.
🚤 Afternoon: 2-Hour Boat Tour from Argegno
We made the scenic drive to Argegno and hopped on our favorite boat tour—my third time doing this exact one, and it’s still utterly magical. Friendly guides, unlimited prosecco, and stunning views of Como’s villas and cliffs. It’s my go-to, always.
🍝 Dinner at Una Finestra Sul Lago
We ended the day at Una Finestra Sul Lago in Carate Urio. As the name promises, the window–wall of glass and sunset views feel like a painting. The service is warm, the vibe is refined yet relaxed, and the view is unforgettable
Two days—no, a single day—can be transformed into something magical with the right rhythm: a bit of walking, swimming, cruising, and savoring. This is Lake Como at its best: effortless, beautiful, and full of moments worth remembering.