Walk terraced gardens at Villa del Balbianello
Bellagio, Italy • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
15°C – 25°C, warm temperatures with light rainfall; ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 25°C, warm temperatures with light rainfall; ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Partial wheelchair access; uneven terrain; advance notice advised.
Partial wheelchair access; uneven terrain; advance notice advised.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey, but the experience is generally considered memorable.
Pricey, but the experience is generally considered memorable.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples found the villa's gardens and lake views utterly romantic and perfect for photos.
Breathtaking Views
Travelers raved about the panoramic lake views, ideal for a memorable, romantic experience.
Picture Perfect
Visitors felt the villa's beauty provided stunning photo opportunities for couples.
Crowded Visits
Couples noted the high crowds during peak season, which detracted from the experience.
Uneven Terrain
Some couples found the uneven paths and stairs challenging to navigate together.
Limited Amenities
Travelers wished for a café on-site to enjoy refreshments during their visit.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
-
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
0-7°C
Cold temperatures with potential for snow.
Cold temperatures with potential for snow.
Closed
Gardens are closed for the season.
Gardens are closed for the season.
Not recommended
December sees the gardens closed and cold weather prevailing. It's not an ideal time for visiting the terraced gardens at Villa del Balbianello.
December sees the gardens closed and cold weather prevailing. It's not an ideal time for visiting the terraced gardens at Villa del Balbianello.
January
LOW
-2-4°C
January is the coldest month in Bellagio, with average high temperatures of 3.8°C and lows of -2.5°C. It experiences the least rainfall, averaging 37mm over 8.8 days, and occasional snowfall.
January is the coldest month in Bellagio, with average high temperatures of 3.8°C and lows of -2.5°C. It experiences the least rainfall, averaging 37mm over 8.8 days, and occasional snowfall.
Closed
Villa del Balbianello is closed in January.
Villa del Balbianello is closed in January.
Not recommended
Visiting in January is not recommended due to cold temperatures, potential snowfall, and the villa's closure.
Visiting in January is not recommended due to cold temperatures, potential snowfall, and the villa's closure.
February
LOW
-1-5°C
February remains cold, with average highs of 4.5°C and lows of -1.5°C. Precipitation averages 70mm over 6 days, with occasional snowfall.
February remains cold, with average highs of 4.5°C and lows of -1.5°C. Precipitation averages 70mm over 6 days, with occasional snowfall.
Open
Open on February 23rd, 24th, and 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with mandatory reservation.
Open on February 23rd, 24th, and 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with mandatory reservation.
Not recommended
Visiting in February is not recommended due to cold temperatures and limited opening days of the villa.
Visiting in February is not recommended due to cold temperatures and limited opening days of the villa.
March
LOW
1-9°C
March sees a slight warming, with average highs of 8.6°C and lows of 1.2°C. Precipitation averages 92mm over 7 days.
March sees a slight warming, with average highs of 8.6°C and lows of 1.2°C. Precipitation averages 92mm over 7 days.
Open
Open on March 2nd, 3rd, 9th, and 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with mandatory reservation. From March 15th, open every day except non-holiday Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with mandatory reservation.
Open on March 2nd, 3rd, 9th, and 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with mandatory reservation. From March 15th, open every day except non-holiday Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with mandatory reservation.
Not recommended
Visiting in early March is not recommended due to limited opening days and cool temperatures. Mid to late March offers more opportunities as the villa opens more frequently.
Visiting in early March is not recommended due to limited opening days and cool temperatures. Mid to late March offers more opportunities as the villa opens more frequently.
How to get there
Walking
Recommended
Boat
Bus
Car
Ferry
Taxi
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required