Stalking the Wild Clooney

November 28, 2012 11:06 AM

Please hope me plan the perfect week in Lake Como, Italy!

Friends have a house in Argegno and have tasked me with the itinerary. Suggestions for what to do and see in the Lake Como region? I'd like to give them a "day 1 do this, day 2 see this and eat here" sort of plan. Budget is not a big worry, but a mix of things would be great. They'll have a car and are interested in things for all seasons, though the first trip is in May. Thanks!

posted by 2soxy4mypuppet to travel & transportation around Lake of Como, Italy (4 answers total)

My best memories of Como:

1. Hiring a speedboat for the day, and zipping around the lake gawping at the Villas (including Villa Clooney)

2. Climbing up to Volta's Lighthouse on foot

3. Fantastic mixed fish grill lunches by the shore

4. Lazing away an afternoon at Villa L'este
posted by roofus at 1:54 PM on November 28, 2012

The lighthouse (faro) is a must - great views. And there plenty of walking trails around through the hills that will keep you occupied for hours. Have fun!
posted by dawn_chorus at 3:33 PM on November 28, 2012

I remember a great restaurant at Piazza Terragni in Como. Don't remember the name. Maybe it isn't there anymore.
If I were going there now, I'd make a day trip to Bergamo.
posted by mumimor at 3:45 PM on November 28, 2012

The cooking class at Il Caminetto is excellent.
posted by cwhitfcd at 3:08 AM on November 29, 2012