Experts' Choice Award Villa Carlotta
What the experts agree on
Villa Carlotta's lush botanical gardens are the star, with waterfront grounds that burst into color in late spring/early summer—experts call it a must-visit on Lake Como.
“If you're lucky enough to visit Tremezzo in late spring or early summer, you will find the magnificent Villa Carlotta a riot of color.”
– Fodor's
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Waterfront Villa Carlotta sits high on Como's must-visit list." Full review
Independent "By foot, explore the tranquil botanical gardens at Villa Carlotta in Tremezzina"
National Geographic "Historic Villa Carlotta, in Tremezzo, for its trove of sculptures by Antonio Canova, garden park, and romantic history: It was a wedding gift from Princess Marianne of the Netherlands to..."
Condé Nast Traveler "They chose that piece of land which belonged to the botanical gardens of Villa Carlotta next door, very lush, very verdant, very rich"
National Geographic "We'll walk the acres of gardens at Villa Carlotta, north of Cernobbio in Tremezzo, where the lush plantings, marble sculptures, and blooming flowers make us feel as if we've dropped into..."
Condé Nast Traveler "Villa Carlotta's regal pastel pink facade commands attention at first sight. The bottom floor of the three-story estate rests atop three elegant split staircases that drop to lake level...."
Condé Nast Traveler "Villa Carlotta is a 15-minute walk north from the town centre. The stately 17th-century residence turned art museum displays works from mostly 19th-century artists, and its exquisite..."
National Geographic "Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo, open from ril to November, is home to some of the lake's most spectacular botanical gardens, with paths weaving past cedars, sequoias and plane trees. In..."
National Geographic "The 17th-century Villa Carlotta in Tremezzina, on the lake's western shore. The interior of this lofty mansion displays statues, neoclassical furniture and paintings, including..."
