As Donna and Katie left us the next morning, my mom and I boarded a train to Como to experience the beautiful Lake Como area (George Clooney has a villa here). Once we arrived by train, we hopped in a taxi that took us to our home for our last two nights in Italy, the Hotel Terminus, that was born from the complete renovation of the first 900 buildings in Como. It has retained the style and comfortable taste typical of the Lombard aristocracy. Today, the Terminus serves as the benchmark of the more refined clientele who can enjoy the lovely location on the shores of Lake Como, in the heart of the city.
After checking into our hotel, we walked to the Piazza Cavour and found the perfect place to eat and sip vino, Touring Cafe. From there, we walked through the historic streets of Como to the Duomo and shopped the markets, boutiques, stores and galleries. Here you will find everything from leather goods to Italian silk to dried fruits and meats. It was a lovely afternoon!
For dinner, our hotel recommended Trattoria del Gesumin that was within walking distance of our hotel. This family-operated restaurant provided traditional and seasonal cuisine and was just what we were looking for. Plus, the wine was awesome! I loved my Wild Boar Bruschetta.
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