What a beautiful way to spend the afternoon in Lugano. Loved the spring breeze on a lovely day in…read moreMay. The flowers were in bloom. The sky blue with clouds. Swans in the lake. Perfect for an afternoon stroll.

Beautiful Foliage. Paved Park. Popular Among Runners, Walkers, Bikers, Photographers. Views of…read moreLugano. Tranquil Space Amidst City Center. Free to Visit.

This is absolute paradise! In the village of Bellagio, nestled at the tip of an unnamed peninsula…read morein the middle of Lake Como, the jewel of the entire town is the Melzi Gardens along its western shore. Named after Francesco Melzi d'Eril who built the mansion on the grounds in the early 1800s, the gardens feature countless species of plant life. Some of the trees are towering above you reminding visitors just how old they are and their rich history! The entrance pathway runs right along the lake in the most picturesque setting. This is certainly the best point of interest in Bellagio!

A short walk from the downtown area, for an 8eu entry, the garden stroll was well worth it…read more Every plant is marked or can be located on the map so it's easy to know the name of each plant by which you walk. There are many winding paths so it's not hard to find a bench to sit and rest and enjoy the views without feeling like you are in a crowd. Do go into the building with the 'antiques'. There are some beautiful statues and pottery that are quite old. Very interesting. There are lots of opportunities to take pics of beautiful plants or use the plants as a front drop to views of the lake. I enjoyed this stroll very much.