We just arrived in Locarno, and were seeking a latte after traveling for 14 hours. We happened…read moreupon this locaton from just a sign out on the main sidewalk pointing through some construction to get here. We are glad we did! This place is adorable, the ladies who work here seeet, and the cafe macchiattos delicious! Lots of tables inside and out.

You wouldn't imagine Vera Gelateria to be anything special, tucked away next to a gift shop…read moreopposite the entrance to the furnicular, but it's fab. Having driven the couple of hours from Orta to Locarno is was ready for a coffee, and the espresso did not disappoint! And the gelato! Two large chillers filled with an extensive variety of fruit and cream based flavours. As tempted as I was by the amazing chocolate varieties, I went with a scoop of mango and a scoop of fruits of the forest. Delicious! Full of flavour, every bite was fab. Make a detour before you go up into the mountains, you'll be glad you did.

During the few days we spent in Lake Como, we visited Gelateria del Borgo TWICE which should tell…read moreyou just how much we loved this place! Definitely our favorite out of the ones we tried in the area. This gelato spot is very centrally located amongst all the other small shops and restaurants in Bellagio and even if there's a line, it moves quick! The hazelnut (nocciola) is a MUST TRY as it literally tastes like a Ferrero Rocher in gelato form. We enjoyed other flavors as well including the cherry (amarena).

This is definitely one of the most popular gelato spots in Bellagio located right in the middle of…read moreall the shops you can stroll by. They offer some unique flavors, but you can't get samples here. I got the coconut and panna cotta, and they paired really well together!

Very smooth gelato; if you visit como, this place is a must. Original gelato, the staff are…read morefriendly speak some English. Mostly, local residents go there, I spoke to Milan residents eat there when they come to Como.

Delicious gelato!!!!! Extraordinary flavors. It was our spot during our stay in Cuomoread more

Was on the hunt for gelato (in the middle of winter) and was happy to find -9 still serving, even…read morewhen it is cold outside! They have lots of unique flavors plus your standard gelato offerings - I really enjoyed their apple turnover flavor. A small amount of seating is available inside plus some tables out, but gelato is a great walking treat, too!

Good flavors. My favorite was the Fior di latte gelato. It is slightly more expensive than a few…read moreother places but worth it. I tried one from one of those street vendors but it wasn't as good as this place.

L'albero dei Gelati is simply one of the top Ice cream shops you will ever have the privilege of…read morevisiting. It is open year round in Monza and even in the winter people come here to enjoy or take out the gelati. My favorite flavor to date is the Maron Glace. But in summer perhaps my favorite is the pomegranate. By the way, if you can't get to Monza, Italy to partake of this treat - they have opened two outposts in Brooklyn, New York which may be closer to you. Try it once and become addicted!