The Pearl of Lake Como, perched where the lake forks into its two southern branches.
Steep stepped lanes climb between villas and gardens, and the Villa Melzi grounds run an English-style garden along the shore, ablaze with azaleas in spring.
When to visit Bellagio
Average highs and lows across the year.
What to see first
Villa Melzi Gardens
Bellagio's lakefront gardens, an English-style park with a spring show of azaleas.
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What to eat, and drink
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