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Casa Museo di Villa Monastero
House museum within Villa Monastero presenting period interiors, collections, and the villa's history. A strong cultural complement to the celebrated gardens.
Ferries from Bellagio to Varenna run on average 17 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at DKK 44 if you book in advance.
There are 17 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 13:25, the last at 15:20. The fastest ferry covers the distance in 15m. There are 3 sailings per week.

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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Ferries from Bellagio to Varenna with Lake Como Ferries. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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House museum within Villa Monastero presenting period interiors, collections, and the villa's history. A strong cultural complement to the celebrated gardens.
Historic villa interiors with decorative rooms and art displays inside one of Lake Como's most famous residences. Ideal for architecture and heritage enthusiasts.
Botanical and decorative heritage experience in the Villa Cipressi complex, where landscaped terraces and historic structures create an open-air cultural visit.
Famous lakeside promenade suspended along the waterfront. Easy, photogenic, and ideal for first views of Varenna's colorful houses and the central lake.
Old harbor area with boats, pastel façades, and one of Varenna's most photographed perspectives. Best for atmosphere, walking, and sunset views.
Terraced botanical gardens descending to the lake, celebrated for cypresses, exotic plants, and elegant viewpoints. One of Varenna's signature scenic walks.
Buckwheat pasta ribbons with butter, cabbage, potatoes and local cheese. A classic dish of nearby Valtellina, long loved around Lake Como for hearty alpine comfort.
Small buckwheat dumplings mixed with greens and bread, then baked with butter and cheese. Traditional mountain fare eaten across the Lake Como area.
Crisp fried buckwheat fritters with a melted cheese center, usually Casera. A beloved Valtellina specialty often served as a starter near Lake Como.
Elegant lakeside fine dining known for refined Italian cuisine, tasting menus and a romantic setting inside Hotel Royal Victoria.
Popular lakeside venue with polished service, seafood, risotto and scenic terrace views. A strong choice for a leisurely meal in central Varenna.
Well-known traditional restaurant in Varenna serving lake fish, pasta and regional dishes in a historic, relaxed setting near the waterfront.
Moderate for Lake Como: stays and lakefront dining cost more than inland towns, but ferries and simple meals remain manageable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Varenna-Esino -> Piazza San Giorgio
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Most Bellagio to Varenna ferries use the Bellagio to Varenna port pair. Use this guide to compare Bellagio and Varenna ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Bellagio has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bellagio: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Varenna has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varenna: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.