13 Places in Italy You Need to See Before You Die

11Lake Como

Surrounded by mountains and elegant villas, Lake Como is one of northern Italy’s most famous landscapes. Take a boat across the lake and explore beautiful towns such as Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio.

The combination of blue water, mountains, gardens and historic villas makes this one of the most romantic Places in Italy. Italy’s official tourism site includes Lake Como among its major destinations.