MILAN
The best days out from Milan.
The 15 most popular 1-hour experiences around Milan. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who to book through.
Private speedboat cruise on Lake Como for groups up to 5, passing grand villas and Nesso, with a local captain and optional swim stops.
Most Popular“Alberto was fantastic! Friendly, knowledgeable & professional!”
Private 4-hour Lake Como speedboat tour with Pietro & Federica: villa views, swim stops, and movie-set scenery, in English.
“Walking around town before our boat trip helped us find the dock. Pietro & Frederica, having grown up in the area had a lot of knowledge about the lake. From folklore to local traditions as well as all the villas around the lake.”
Drive your own Lake Como boat (no license), cruise villas and towns near Como, and even reach Bellagio, with fuel included.
“We rented a boat for an hour, and it was absolutely amazing! The tour operator was super friendly and patient — they took about 10–15 minutes to explain how to drive the boat and make sure we felt comfortable before heading out. After that, my friend and I spent an incredible hour cruising around Lake…”
Drive a Marinello Fisherman speedboat on Lake Como with an English instructor, no license needed, and choose your own stops for 1 hour.
“The gentlemen who greeted me were lovely, professional & kind! They showed me how to work the boat efficiently & quickly so I could make the most out of my time! I just want to apologise once again for getting lost 😆 & thank you for the gentleman for coming to get me 🤣I am…”
A private luxury motorboat cruise along Como’s villa shore, with a local captain, photo stops, and a swim break at Villa Pliniana.
“I was booked online before I got there in Como- so convenient. The boat looked nice in the picture, the real boat look even nicer. Stefan was our captain. He is also the local guide, he knows very well about the lake. My husband and I have given the fantastic experience during cruising along the…”
A private 1-hour motorboat cruise on Lake Como from Como, passing Villa d’Este, Villa Oleandra, Il Sereno, and more.
“What an amazing experience and our captain was so friendly and knowledgeable! It’s the best way to tour the lake for sure!”
Drive a 40cv boat on Lake Como for 1 hour without a license, fuel included, cruising villas and villages from Como in your own rhythm.
“Our guide Tomas was very nice and thourough in explaining everything. He texted us to know he was ready with rhe boat. Boat was in good condition. The lady who welcomed us back after the ride was also delightful. Should've rented for 2 hrs for more fun in the water.”
A 1-hour Lake Como luxury cruise on the Invictus tender yacht with a small group, English guide, and front-row views of Como’s famous villas.
“This is a scam that is ran by what appears to be a Turkish gang. I paid for a private yacht but instead was confronted by a gang who tried to intimidate me and my family into sharing a ride with another couple on a disgusting looking old boat. I refused and walked away! DO…”
A one-hour English-guided shared visit to Milan’s Il Cenacolo for Leonardo’s Last Supper, with admission included and practical help onsite.
“The tour guide was great and super knowledgeable. However, the experience felt over complicated at times and honestly a bit disorganized - really unacceptable considering the price. I just wanted to see the last supper but wound up walking through multiple buildings and ticket entries etc. We were left out in the rain multiple times…”
A 1-hour private Lake Como boat tour with an English guide and skipper, cruising villa-lined shores with time for photos and swimming.
“It was amazing and worth the price. I highly recommend to try this experience.”
1-hour private boat tour on Lake Como from Como Port, cruising the lake’s famous villas like Villa d’Este, Versace, and Urio Castle.
“Great boat and captain Maurizio was awesome and full of great knowledge and enthusiastic about the sights on the Lake. We had two small kids with us and he was fantastic with them.”
Private luxury speedboat on Lake Como for up to 8, with a local captain, iconic villas, swim stops, and flexible 1–4 hour routes.
“Paolo is the best, he made the boat experience so great explaining the whole area and villas. It felt more personally rather than the other boat cruises. He was very accommodating along with making the trip very fun with the Bluetooth speaker and drinks. I would do this again when visit lake Como and to…”
Drive your own private boat on Lake Como for 1 hour, guided by an English-speaking host, past Villa d’Este and celeb villas.
“The people were very welcoming and informative! lovely little boat perfect for a couple like us.”
Private 1-hour Lake Como tender yacht cruise for up to 6 from Como pier, passing Cernobbio, Moltrasio and famed villas.
“Our captain was very nice and knowledgeable! We enjoyed the history and stories he told us. The views were breathtaking and the music was wonderful. However, I am unable to give it 5 stars because our tour started 30 minutes late. It was explained that there were technical difficulties but when the boat arrived there…”
Private 1–4 hour speedboat cruise on Lake Como from Argegno. Villas, Isola Comacina, Bellagio views, and swim pauses for up to 7.
“Views of Lake Como from the water is unbelievable. Definitely recommend. Our group of 6 had a great time and our guide was awesome. Thank you!”
The city's masterpieces, the lakes an hour north, and every way to reach them.
