Como San Giovanni luggage storage

About Como San Giovanni

Como San Giovanni train station sits in the town of Como, which itself is found on the lake of the same name. This is one of the biggest lakes in Italy and arguably one of the most beautiful, tucked as it is into a fold of the Alp mountain range on the border between Italy and Switzerland.

This isn't a big train station; in fact, it has only four platforms. However, the station receives 1.5 million visitors every year. That's because it's a gateway to one of the tourist hotspots of northern Italy. This is the last station on the line before entering Switzerland, and it's a place where many people begin their exploration of this almost unbelievably scenic area.

Small as it is, the station can get incredibly crowded, especially during the summer tourist season. For that reason alone, it's a good idea to find luggage storage facilities where you can leave your bags for a few hours or for days at a time while you explore the region.

Can I store my luggage at Como train station?

No. Unfortunately, this small train station doesn't offer luggage storage services. However, Bounce partners with local shops, hotels, restaurants, and other businesses to make sure you always have plenty of luggage storage options wherever you go. Book luggage storage online with Bounce, and you'll never be caught without a place to leave your things.

Can I store luggage at a hotel if I'm not staying there?

While many hotels offer luggage storage for guests, it's a lot harder to find ones that will store bags for you when you're not staying there. However, Bounce's luggage storage service takes the guesswork out of finding a place to leave your things. We partner with local hotels and other businesses to make it easy to find luggage storage options wherever you are. You can leave your bags and suitcases for a few hours or for the entire day while you explore Como thanks to our baggage storage service.

Do train stations in Italy have luggage storage?

For security reasons, self-service luggage lockers don't usually exist in Italian train stations. With that said, some of the larger stations do offer left luggage facilities. However, at smaller places like Como San Giovanni Station, luggage storage can be difficult to find.

Can you take luggage on Lake Como ferry?

Generally, you can take bags and suitcases on the Lake Como ferry. However, really bulky items such as skis may be prohibited, especially during busy times. In that case, it might be better to make a reservation with Bounce and leave the heavy things behind.

Things to do near Como San Giovanni

Lungolago Viale Geno

As you would expect from the spectacular mountain scenery, the area around Como is rich in hiking trails. But if you want to start off with something easy or just want to stretch your legs after a long train ride, this lakeside walk is the place to go. Easily reached from San Giovanni station, it lets you take in beautiful views of the lake without straying far from the city. Leave your bags behind with our luggage storage service and enjoy this gorgeous scenery not far from the station itself.

Tempio Voltiano

This striking building may look like an ancient Roman temple, but in fact, it celebrates something much more modern. Alessandro Volta was the inventor of the electrical battery, he was born in Como and eventually retired there at the end of his busy and productive life.

Now, this impressive building stands as a monument to the city's most famous son. Located close to the water's edge, it's hard to miss this striking building, and it's a great photo opportunity as well as a fitting tribute to a man who had such a huge impact on the modern world.

Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta

Como isn't an especially big town, but it is big enough to have its own Cathedral. This Gothic masterpiece may not be quite as impressive as Milan's famous Duomo, but it does date back to the same era, with construction starting in 1396. The project wasn't completed until 1770, and along the way, architectural styles changed, giving the building some unique architectural features. Notably, the façade has statues of Pliny the Elder and Pliny the Younger, two Roman writers who were both born in Como.

The serene surroundings of the Cathedral are a great place to take a break from the tourist crowds and explore the spiritual heart of the city. Note that the opening hours may be affected by religious services.

Villa Olmo

This grand neoclassical villa offers one of the most beautiful environments in Como - which is really saying a lot, given the way the rest of the city looks.

Construction here was started in 1797 and finished in 1812, with the palace designed to be a lakeside retreat for a local nobleman. Since 1924, this palace has belonged to the city of Como, which uses it to host artistic exhibitions and other cultural events. That's the only time you'll be able to get into the palace, but it's worth visiting just to stroll through the extensive gardens. Home to hundreds of varieties of plant life, the gardens also offer an incredible view of the lake. Plus, they are free to visit, which can give your wallet a break in a place where things aren't always as cheap as you might like.

Airport travel from Como San Giovanni

Milan Malpensa Airport to Como San Giovanni

It might sound weird to take a bus to a train station, but if you're arriving in the area via Milan's Malpensa Airport, you may find that taking a bus is not only the cheapest but also the fastest option. Bus line 495 goes directly from the airport to Como San Giovanni, taking a little over an hour to make the journey. And it's certainly affordable, costing around seven euros one way.

If you prefer to take the train, that's definitely an option, too. You'll need to catch the train from the airport to Saronno station first, then catch the train from there to Como Camerlata, and then a final train to San Giovanni. If you time your transfers just right, you can make this journey in around an hour and 20 minutes, and it will cost about €20. But as you can see, the bus is a lot simpler.

Milan Bergamo Airport to Como San Giovanni

Milan's other airport, Bergamo, lies some distance outside the city, so if you're arriving here, it will take you longer to get to San Giovanni no matter what mode of transport you use.

One option is to take the bus from the airport to Milan Central train station, which takes just under an hour. From there, it's a 40-minute direct train ride to San Giovanni. Prices vary according to the time of travel, but you can expect to pay around €20-50 for the entire trip.

Getting around Como from Como San Giovanni

Faro Voltiano

The temple in the center of the city isn't the only tribute to Volta you'll find in Como. Make a short journey out of the city into the surrounding mountains, and you'll find this lighthouse that also memorializes his achievements in the field of electricity.

However, with all due respect to Volta, it's not so much his memorial but the incredible views at this location that make it worth visiting. Perched high on the hills above the city, you'll have outstanding views of the clear waters of the lake and the surrounding mountains, so don't forget your camera.

From the train station, you can take bus route N5 for about 20 minutes to the Como - d'azeglio stop. From there, you'll be traveling on foot, picking up the trailhead, and climbing up into the mountains.

Villa d'Este

One of the most famous attractions in the Lake Como area, this 16th-century villa is now a luxury hotel with expansive gardens and gorgeous views of the lake. Even if you can't afford to stay here, it's worth a visit just to enjoy the surroundings.

Bus route N6 will take you from the train station to the villa in around 25 minutes. However, a much more fun way to get here is to take the ferry from Como to Cernobbio. It only costs four euros one way, and it's the most scenic way to get around this beautiful place.

Luggage storage near Como San Giovanni

This small but busy train station is the gateway to a truly stunning region of Italy. And because the town of Como is relatively small, just about everything is within easy walking distance of the station.

Leave your bags behind at a convenient baggage storage, and your things will be safely looked after until you pick them up on your return trip. Bounce makes it easy to find the best luggage storage Como offers, so download our app and take advantage of this great option to store your luggage.