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Garden · Como, Lombardia
Villa Olmo
Neoclassical villa on the lakeside, with a park open to the public, at the end of a waterside walk that starts from Como's centre.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Villa Olmo
Villa Olmo was built from the late 18th century for the Odescalchi marquises, to a design by Simone Cantoni, and was completed in 1812. It later passed to the Raimondi and the Visconti di Modrone families, and since 1925 it has belonged to the city of Como, which uses it for exhibitions and cultural events.
The park, facing the lake, has an Italian-style garden in front of the façade, with a fountain and tree-lined avenues, and an English-style section with old trees, small temples and an artificial pond. The view stretches to the opposite shore and the villas of Cernobbio.
The best way to get there is on foot along the waterfront. From the Tempio Voltiano, the Passeggiata Lino Gelpi runs right by the water, passing historic villas such as Villa Saporiti and Villa Gallia, up to the park entrance.
The park is open to the public and entry is free. The interior of the villa opens on specific occasions for exhibitions and events and may be closed: check before you go.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
1h to 1h30 including the walk along the waterfront and the park.
Best time
In the late afternoon, when the light hits the façade and the lake. In spring the garden is more in bloom.
How to get there
On foot, about 20 minutes along the waterfront from Piazza Cavour, passing the Tempio Voltiano. You can also reach it by city buses that run along Via per Cernobbio.
Tip
Go via the Passeggiata Lino Gelpi and return the same way to see Como facing you, with Brunate above. Check whether there is an exhibition open inside the villa.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Villa Olmo
Is entry to the Villa Olmo park charged?
No. The park is open to the public and entry is free.
Can you enter the villa?
The interior opens on specific occasions for exhibitions and events, and may be closed. Check before you go.
What is the best route to Villa Olmo?
On foot along the waterfront from the Tempio Voltiano via the Passeggiata Lino Gelpi. It's about 20 minutes from the centre.