Lake Como: Como & Brunate Audioguide + Funicular Tickets

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About this activity

Discover the essence of Como with our combined self-guided audio tour and funicular tickets to Brunate. Stroll at your own pace through the city’s medieval alleys, grand cathedral, and elegant lakefront as the audio guide shares stories of trade, architecture, and local life. Then ascend by funicular to Brunate’s panoramic vantage point for sweeping views over Lake Como and the Alps. With return tickets included, you’re free to linger at the top, soak in the vista, have a coffee, or explore the village before descending. Ideal for independent travellers who want both freedom and a smooth, effortless experience.

To help us maintain the quality and availability of our audioguides, we request the presentation of a valid ID at the start of the tour, ensuring that future visitors can also enjoy this enriching experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, Korean, Portuguese, Japanese, English, French, Dutch, Spanish
Operated by: Lake Como Explorer

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Brunate multilingual audioguide in ENG, ESP, FRA, DEU, POR, JAP, NDL, KOR.
Included: Como City and Brunate maps.
Included: Round trip funicular tickets Como - Brunate included. Skip the ticket queue.
Included: Como City multilingual audioguide in ENG, ESP, FRA, DEU, POR, JAP, NDL, KOR.

Not included

Not included: Live guide
Not included: Priority access to the cabin. Boarding remains first-come, first-served.

Itinerary

Como

1 h 30 min

Explore Como’s historic heart at your own pace with an immersive audio guide.

Discover Romanesque churches, medieval gates, grand squares, and lakeside promenades while listening to stories of the city’s art, architecture, and vibrant local life.
Funicolare Como Brunate

25 min Admission included

Board the historic funicular for a smooth ascent to Brunate, enjoying a panoramic journey over the city and lake.
Brunate

1 h 40 min

At the summit, stroll through charming streets and viewpoints known as the “Balcony of the Alps.”

The audio guide shares tales of Alessandro Volta and 19th-century villas as you admire sweeping views of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains.
Funicolare Como Brunate

25 min Admission included

Descend comfortably by funicular, ending your experience with one last look over the glittering lake and its historic shoreline.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The audio guide and the ticket need to be picked up in Piazza Cavour 26, someone from staff will be waiting for you. Once you have finished using them, please ensure that they are returned promptly to avoid any inconvenience to other users.

End point

The audio guide and the ticket need to be picked up in Piazza Cavour 26, someone from staff will be waiting for you. Once you have finished using them, please ensure that they are returned promptly to avoid any inconvenience to other users.

Using your ticket

To ensure the safe return of the audio guide, we kindly request a valid ID at the start of the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You skip the Funicular line to buy the ticket, you may wait to get into the cable car as spots are limited, it depends how many people are in front of you. If you can't get into the first one, normally the second one arrives in 15 min.