Menaggio holidays

Menaggio regularly hosts souvenir and food markets. Sometimes in the holiday season you might come across evening markets too.

In the centre there are a shops selling products made by local craftsmen, including home goods and gifts. Murano glass and silk scarves could be a good call for a holiday souvenir or a present to take home.

How about a leisurely stroll along the shoreline, gazing out over Lake Como? You should be able to find a place where you can buy a couple of scoops of gelato to keep you going.

The local restaurants come alive in the evenings. Soak up the atmosphere and catch some live music as you sip on a cocktail.

Just off the main square of Menaggio, you'll find a choice of bustling hotspots, ranging from family-run restaurants serving traditional Italian fare to gelato shops with lots of flavours to try.

Up the hill from the centre of Menaggio are some quieter spots serving up local dishes. Take a break from pizza and pasta and try some of the excellent fresh fish or homemade olive oils.

You can catch a C10 bus at the bus station to travel along the shore of Lake Como. Take in some relaxing sightseeing as the bus takes you through the pretty towns beside the water.

Ferries leave from a boarding point just five minutes' walk from the promenade. Taking a boat is a great way to hop around Lake Como's best sites.

Menaggio town itself is mostly flat, the perfect location for taking in the medieval architecture and lake views on foot.

Take the C12 bus to the village of Croce, where you can follow a walk to La Crocetta and its panoramic views.

Take in a bit of history on a short, circular walk around the upper part of town, starting at Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi. It's less than a mile and includes a stunning medieval Castello.

From Menaggio, head to the entrance to Parco Val Sanagra, a beautiful park above the town. There are ancient stone bridges and charming meadows, as well as good riverside views.