The Gardens of Villa Melzi d’Eril will be open every day from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, starting Saturday, March 22, 2025, through October 31. If the weather is good, we’ll stay open through the first weekend in November.
LAST ENTRY AT 6:30 PM.
No reservation needed.
Tickets can be purchased at the garden entrance on the day of your visit.
Guided tours are available every day the park is open, upon reservation via email at
visite@giardinidivillamelzi.it
The Gardens of Villa Melzi d’Eril are the perfect setting to capture special moments. Contact us to arrange your photo session.
– The ticket must be purchased at the entrance before starting the service. Alternatively, it is possible to pay in advance via bank transfer by sending the payment receipt along with the invoice details to info@giardinidivillamelzi.it and visite@giardinidivillamelzi.it.
– In case of rain, the date can be rescheduled. Refunds are not available.
Seasonal blooms and scenic viewpoints throughout the park.
Explore the botanical routes among nature and unique panoramas.
Timeless beauty in the heart of the Gardens.
A Journey Through History
The complex was built between 1808 and 1810 at the request of Francesco Melzi d’Eril (1753–1816), Duke of Lodi, Vice President of Napoleon’s Italian Republic, and later Grand Chancellor of the Kingdom of Italy. Francesco Melzi d’Eril entrusted…
Historical Heritage
““More than anything, I considered myself a custodian of works of great worth for the whole community. This is why I opened the garden to visitors and created the Museum”
Count Lodovico Gallarati Scotti
The Spiritual Heart of the Gardens
At the southern end of the garden, overlooking the small square and the Loppia harbor, stands the chapel-oratory, an integral part of the Melzi d’Eril estate. This structure reflects the tradition among aristocratic families to reserve a space in their gardens for both religious worship and burial, allowing those who spent time at their vacation residences to also establish their final resting place there.
Explore the most enchanting spots in the Gardens of Villa Melzi, featuring breathtaking views of Lake Como, spectacular blooms, and a timeless atmosphere.
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