Tremezzo

Tremezzo is high on everyone's list for a visit to one of Como's loveliest villas, whose art-packed interior is slightly overshadowed by the sprawling gardens surrounding it. Aside from Villa Carlotta, Tremezzo has pretty wisteria-draped views across the lake, though there isn't much of a village centre, and the main road goes right along the lakeshore (so you'll need to watch your step given the sometimes heavy traffic).