ITALY · FUNICULAR RIDES IN ITALY
Naples runs four of them as ordinary public transport and Como sends one up to Brunate. The 8 below are priced, with the ones that are genuinely worth a detour.
See Naples from Vomero to Pignasecca on a guided walk with funicular rides, sea views, local stories, stairways, and Spanish Quarter life.
“The tour was amazing and Miri was so knowledgeable. I didn’t have Euro with me but I would like to send a small gratuity if possible.”
Review of Capri’s DIY day trip with Blue Grotto boat tour, Mount Solaro chairlift, lunch, buses, and funicular, with practical tips.
“It was a very convenient diy trip. No time constraints, no hurries. Would highly recommend booking this for a hassle free day trip to capri.”
Explore Genoa’s hilltop views, ancient creuze, funiculars, medieval lanes, and original songs on this lively three-hour guided tour.
“very informative, guide did not always explain everything that was going to happen, he would change as he decided. There were no snacks offered as per tour outline.”
Review of Lake Como’s easy mountain trek, funicular, Roman trail, local lunch, and boat return, with practical advice on fitness and value.
“Great adventure. Amazing views. A guide who talks about the area with passion. You could also eat a good traditional meal during the trip. An attraction worth recommending”
Review of Lake Como’s boat tour and Brunate Funicular, with villa views, prosecco, practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.
“There appeared to be some confusion as the owner of Salimar Boat Tour didn’t know about the change in time from 9 something to noon. Fortunately, another boat was available, piloted by captain Alessandro.”
Review of Como’s private Villa Olmo and Brunate tour, with city walks, funicular views, guide insight, pricing, tips, and practical details.
“We effectively had a private tour as it was only me and my wife in the tour group. Our guide, Emmanuele, was excellent. He was very pleasant and knowledgeable. We spent about an hour in Como city centre (including walking around Villa Olmo's gardens) and then went up to Brunate via the funicular. Emmanuele brought us around Brunate and knew where the best spots to take photos were located (some of them not usually known by tourists). The 3-hour tour flew by and we ended the tour with lunch in Brunate at a restaurant recommended by Emmanuele. A highly recommended tour, which is good value for money.”
Ride an open-top Jeep through Brunate, visit Volta Lighthouse, and enjoy Como and Alpine views before taking the funicular down.
“Worth the effort. Take the funicular then look for a open Land rover providing a shuttle service to the lighthouse 10 euro per person round trip. Leaves every 30 mins. At the topbni e selection of bar/resturants. The view from the lighthouse are stunning. 2 euro per adult to go up the 144 steps to rhe top.”
A family-friendly Verona tour with Arena entry, Juliet’s Balcony, games for kids, and a scenic funicular ride to Saint Peter’s Mount.
“We had an excellent tour with Maria. She was very knowledgeable and kept my children engaged the whole time. Would definitely recommend.”
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