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Villa Monastero
Historic villa museum with furnished rooms, lakefront gardens and exhibitions that reveal centuries of life on Lake Como.
Ferries from Bellagio to Varenna run on average 17 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £5 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.

Average sailing duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Ferries per day 17 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 15m |
First ferry 13:25 |
Last ferry 15:20 |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bellagio to Varenna.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival time 19:45 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival time 19:05 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 08:05 | Arrival time 08:20 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 12:25 | Arrival time 12:40 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 11:35 | Arrival time 11:50 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival time 10:15 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 15:25 | Arrival time 15:40 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 13:45 | Arrival time 14:00 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival time 11:15 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival time 08:55 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival time 09:45 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 17:20 | Arrival time 17:35 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 14:20 | Arrival time 14:35 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival time 17:00 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 18:20 | Arrival time 18:35 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Lake Como Ferries | Departure Time 15:50 | Arrival time 16:05 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
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Historic villa museum with furnished rooms, lakefront gardens and exhibitions that reveal centuries of life on Lake Como.
Elegant villa museum with period interiors and botanical gardens, popular for refined architecture and broad lake views.
Castle site with display spaces and historic remains, combining medieval architecture with cultural exhibits and panoramic terraces.
Lakeside promenade on a suspended walkway, famous for close water views and one of Varenna’s most photographed strolls.
Green lakefront garden at Villa Monastero with exotic plants, statues and superb views along a long waterside path.
Terraced botanical gardens around a historic villa, admired for elegant planting, steps and excellent lake panoramas.
Buckwheat pasta ribbons from nearby Valtellina, traditionally dressed with potatoes, cabbage, butter and Casera cheese. A hallmark mountain dish of the Lake Como area.
Polenta enriched with local cheese and butter until soft and creamy. A classic Lombard comfort dish served across the lake and mountain villages.
Air-dried beef from Valtellina, sliced thin and usually served with olive oil, lemon and rocket. It is a prized Alpine speciality popular around Lake Como.
Romantic lakeside restaurant focusing on seafood, risotto and polished Italian cooking, popular for sunset meals by the water.
Elegant dining room with lake views, serving refined Italian dishes, seafood and regional specialities in a polished hotel setting.
Traditional lakefront restaurant known for Lake Como fish, pasta and a relaxed terrace setting in the heart of Varenna.
Moderate for Lake Como. Hotels and lakefront dining are pricier than inland towns, but ferries and simple meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or rounded in. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafés: small change. Taxis: round up the fare.
Official public transport app
Varenna-Esino -> Piazza San Giorgio, Varenna
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.
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