Tour of Como and Brunate
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Brunate Funicular Railway Panoramic ascent and descent on the historic funicular railway.
- Traditional Lunch or Dinner: A typical meal in a selected restaurant in Brunate with a view.
- Guided tour of Como (2 hours)
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Anything not specifically mentioned under "included"
- Any gratuities and extras of a personal nature
Meeting Location
Piazza Alcide de Gasperi
4, 22100 Como CO, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
22034 Brunate
Province of Como, Italy
What To Expect
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Funicolare Como Brunate
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please notify in case of food allergies and intolerances
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-161282P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Brunate Funicular Railway Panoramic ascent and descent on the historic funicular railway.
- Traditional Lunch or Dinner: A typical meal in a selected restaurant in Brunate with a view.
- Guided tour of Como (2 hours).
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under "included".
- Any gratuities and extras of a personal nature.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tour of Como and Brunate is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please notify in case of food allergies and intolerances
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Tour of Como and Brunate will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Brunate Funicular Railway Panoramic ascent and descent on the historic funicular railway.
- Traditional Lunch or Dinner: A typical meal in a selected restaurant in Brunate with a view.
- Guided tour of Como (2 hours)
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Anything not specifically mentioned under "included"
- Any gratuities and extras of a personal nature
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please notify in case of food allergies and intolerances
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
