Located on the peninsula this elegant Villa Balbianello built in the 18th century hosted numerous writers, artists and visitors from all over the world. The villa was constructed according to the desire of Cardinal Angelo Maria Durini, on the spot where ancient Franciscan convent used to be. The only thing that was left of the ancient convent was the façade of an old church. After the cardinal’s death Villa Balbianello were passed on into the hands of Count Luigi Porro Lambertenghi. Thanks to Luigi Porro, who was involved in the affairs of Italian unification at the time, the villa became a meeting place for the intellectuals who fought for the unification of Italy.
Nowadays, Villa Balbianello represents a true gem, open to public, because the villa’s last owner Guido Monzino insisted that his property be visited by tourists.
Ticket price for Villa Balbianello in Lenno on Lake Como
If our visitors would like to visit just the gardens pertaining to the villa Balbianello, the tariffs are as follows:
Regular ticket price is 10€
Reduced ticket price: 5€ (for children from 6 to 18 years)
Free entrance: for children up to 5 years of age.
If visitors would like to visit villa Balbianello and the gardens as well, the tariffs are as follows:
Regular ticket price is 20€
Reduced ticket price: 10€ (for children from 6 to 18 years)
Free entrance: for children up to 5 years of age.
Please pay attention that villa can only be visited together with guides. Visits shall last for an hour and groups are formed on the spot, so you do not need to register in advance. Guided tours are organized in Italian and English language.
Working hours of Villa Balbianello in Lenno on Lake Como
Villa del Balbianello is open to public from 10:00am to 6:00pm.
Last arrival and intake to the villa is at 5:15 PM and for the gardens the last one is at 4:30 PM.
Villa Balbianello is closed on Mondays and Wednesdays.
