Take the ferry out of Varenna to spend an afternoon in Bellagio. No car needed, there are plenty of alleys to explore with boutiques and restaurants.
The Castle of Vezio is a medieval fortress that has stood for more than a thousand years on the promontory overlooking Varenna. The terrace adjacent to the castle offers a breathtaking view of Lake Como and is home to the “ghosts,” which are white plaster sculptures made each year in the summer.