Villa Carlotta

Where it is & how to get there

• By ferry: Cadenabbia or Tremezzo stops, a few minutes' walk away.
• From Bellagio: About 10 minutes by ferry.
• Opening: Usually open from late March to early November.

The story of Villa Carlotta

Villa Carlotta was built at the end of the 17th century and later named after Princess Charlotte of Prussia, who received it as a wedding gift in 1850.

Inside are Neoclassical masterpieces, including works by Antonio Canova. Its botanical gardens cover around 8 hectares, famous in spring for more than 150 varieties of azaleas and rhododendrons.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• The gardens are most colourful from April to May.
• Visit in late April or early May for the azaleas.
• Combine with Bellagio by ferry across the lake.

What's around Villa Carlotta

• TremezzoLakeside village.
• BellagioAcross the lake.
• Villa del BalbianelloShort boat ride south.
• MenaggioLakeside town to the north.

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