There are a lot of beaches scattered along the water. I’ve listed some of the more popular beaches around. Something to consider when booking your stay in Lake Como is to find hotels on the water. Many hotels have their own private beaches for guests to enjoy.

Lido di Varenna is Varenna’s main beach. It is a beautiful sandy beach that offers sun chairs and beach equipment. They also have a place for you to dock your boat. If you get hungry, there is a restaurant and bar available as well. 

Lido di Bellagio is the main beach in Bellagio, located near the Villa Melzi gardens. The beach club offers sunbeds, umbrellas, a restaurant, and a cocktail bar. This particular beach can get very crowded, but it is one of the few sandy beaches on the water. Access to the beach is free, but you have to purchase some equipment for a small fee. At night it turns into a beach club and frequently hosts special events. Lido di Bellagio’s website.

Giovanni Beach is a free beach located near the San Giovanni neighborhood in Bellagio. Like most beaches in Como, it is a pebble beach. Giovanni Beach is a quieter beach and great for people who want to relax in a more natural setting. During the summer, the beach has a bar set up with drinks, food, and ice cream. 

Lido di Lenno is another popular beach in Tramezzo. It has some great amenities such as gazebos and chairs to rent. Lido di Lenno also has a full-service restaurant offering some delicious Italian food and refreshing drinks. The beach is beautifully lit up at night and turns into a beach club after dark.