Piazza Cavour
Piazza Cavour
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Begun in 1876, this scenic square features a monument called "Weaver," which commemorates the 25th anniversary of Rome as a capital of the state, plus other important structures including the Teatro Adriano and Chiesa Valdese, built in a curious mix of Romanesque-German and Byzantine-nouveau.
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John C
Tarporley, UK36 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
Watch out, you will get ripped off.
Board outside said cocktails €10.
We ordered an espresso martini and Moscow mule.
Martini arrived & was as expected. The Moscow mule did not have crushed ice. It was lots of large cubes. Didn't leave a lot of room for the cocktail. I figured that's what they do to keep to the €10 price.
A small plate of meats & bread arrived which we didn't order. We were reassured this was complimentary.
Came to the bill, and it was €35.00 for 2 drinks. €15 for the martini €20 for the Moscow mule!
My wife challenged this price and questioned if the snacks had been charged. Apparently not.
I also challenged why a Moscow mule at €20 was justified. To which I got a shoulder shrug. Not the best response.
Shameful scalping - you have been warned.
Board outside said cocktails €10.
We ordered an espresso martini and Moscow mule.
Martini arrived & was as expected. The Moscow mule did not have crushed ice. It was lots of large cubes. Didn't leave a lot of room for the cocktail. I figured that's what they do to keep to the €10 price.
A small plate of meats & bread arrived which we didn't order. We were reassured this was complimentary.
Came to the bill, and it was €35.00 for 2 drinks. €15 for the martini €20 for the Moscow mule!
My wife challenged this price and questioned if the snacks had been charged. Apparently not.
I also challenged why a Moscow mule at €20 was justified. To which I got a shoulder shrug. Not the best response.
Shameful scalping - you have been warned.
Written 9 September 2024
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giro il mondo
Italy56 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Walking around a lot, I happen to see many squares, this is certainly one of the ugliest. If it weren't for the lake just a stone's throw away, in my opinion there would really be no reason to come and visit it. It's completely empty, surrounded by banks and bars that are way, way too expensive. In general, Como is experiencing a very tourist-friendly period, which unfortunately I am not able to manage, not even by offering activities in these very large squares.
Written 1 June 2024
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Dr Javed Rasheed
Chennai (Madras), India3,814 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Elegant and animated Piazza Cavour is Como's main square and a focal point of the city's historic center. It is a place to enjoy views of Lake Como and nature in all its glory !! One can also stand at the landscape and appreciate the beauty of the lake and the houses on the hills and beyond that are characteristic of this place.
Dr.Javed Rasheed
Dr.Javed Rasheed
Written 28 April 2019
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Stylelust
New York City, NY1,084 contributions
Jul 2014 • Friends
Piazza Cavour is where the Ferry and Rapido come and go. All private boats too. The Train Station is a two minute walk east. The Tourism office is here. This is where Como began. The local group - Amici di Como - have just built a beautiful new park where children can run under fountains of water, concerts and book fairs - lots happens in this piazza. If you miss it - well, you missed Como.
The Piazza is crusted by local restaurants, cafe's and hotels. Great spot to sit in the sun with your reading and sunscreen.
Watch the sun set or rise on this area as it is the center of Como town. Buses, taxis, Ferrie and a McDonald's. Easy tourist shopping nearby along with the Bergdorf Goodman of Como - Tessabit. Banks and pharmacies.
The Piazza is crusted by local restaurants, cafe's and hotels. Great spot to sit in the sun with your reading and sunscreen.
Watch the sun set or rise on this area as it is the center of Como town. Buses, taxis, Ferrie and a McDonald's. Easy tourist shopping nearby along with the Bergdorf Goodman of Como - Tessabit. Banks and pharmacies.
Written 17 July 2014
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claudioborghi
Como, Italy932 contributions
Feb 2011
I'm just writing this because the description of the square is wrong... it's of Rome's Piazza cavour... :-)
So no teatro adriano, no valdese church here...
Piazza Cavour is the square where all the ferries start, one side is waterfront while three sides have modern buildings. the only one of architectural interest is the one at the left looking the lake (an hotel) that have the ground floor designed by famous rationalist architect Giuseppe Terragni. The beauty of the square lies on the enticing view of the lake and the back and forth manoeuvres of ferries.
So no teatro adriano, no valdese church here...
Piazza Cavour is the square where all the ferries start, one side is waterfront while three sides have modern buildings. the only one of architectural interest is the one at the left looking the lake (an hotel) that have the ground floor designed by famous rationalist architect Giuseppe Terragni. The beauty of the square lies on the enticing view of the lake and the back and forth manoeuvres of ferries.
Written 11 February 2011
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B1382ELdebram
Falkirk, UK29 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
Great place to be. Always lots of families, local and tourists. Great selection of restaurants/bars for aperitivo. Different activities going on,sometimes a band or buskers. Great atmosphere.
Written 30 June 2019
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DaisyO2014
Perth, Australia277 contributions
Jun 2014 • Family
This square was a great visit today, to see Como, wander around have a gelato!!!!
Great to be in Como just outside tourist season, perfect amount of people, very relaxing.
Still prefer Cernobbio, smaller and more quaint!!!!
Great to be in Como just outside tourist season, perfect amount of people, very relaxing.
Still prefer Cernobbio, smaller and more quaint!!!!
Written 4 June 2014
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Jow S
Kansas City, MO13 contributions
May 2014 • Couples
In May people were out and active but not the big hordes and crowds were locals shopping and seeking lunch. Near banks to exchange money and ATMs.
Written 29 May 2014
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ginsburgmichael63
Leipzig2 contributions
Mar 2013 • Couples
Absolutely gorgeous view, but the flooring is a little dirty and uneven. Pay attention if you're out with you children.
Written 10 April 2013
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C_and_H_11
Dublin, Ireland786 contributions
May 2023
Piazza Cavour is a very nice place to stop awhile & have a coffee or drink at one of the restaurants nearby. There are lovely views across the lake, it's spacious & airy & a lovely place to spend some time before making your way to the the ferry terminal to see one of the other beautiful towns along the shores of beautiful Lake Como.
Written 15 July 2023
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Hello,
We are flying into Milan and have a rental car. Is there a place that is safe to park for a day while we take a ferry on the lake.
thank you,David
Written 12 September 2022
Hello
Would there be car parking near the ferry that is safe for a day trip up and back on the lake
Thank you
Written 12 September 2022
Hello,
There are several parkings near Piazza Cavour in Como, but not on the square itself. The easiest way to find them is to try on Google maps: enter the square name, then search for "parking" nearby.
I hope this helps.
Written 14 September 2022
Hi, Shermaine,
We will be staying Argegno in June. If we arrive in Como by ferry, can you tell me if the funicular is hard to get to? Would we have to take a train or taxi or would we be able to walk? We will have a car, but I think finding parking would be difficult.
Thanks!
Irene
Written 2 April 2019
So sorry I missed this!! It’s right in Como - simple to walk to. Hope you had fun?!
Written 27 June 2019
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