Discover Como’s iconic monuments and lakeside villas on a private electric golf car tour with Gimbus. This eco-friendly, guided journey offers comfort and local insight for an unforgettable city experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels due to minimal walking and comfortable seating
Wildlife
History
Como has Roman origins dating back over 2,000 years and became a center for silk production by the Renaissance.
Conservation
Gimbus promotes sustainability by using electric vehicles to minimize the environmental impact on Como’s historic center and lake.
Gimbus
Discover Como’s iconic monuments and lakeside villas on a private electric golf car tour with Gimbus. This eco-friendly, guided journey offers comfort and local insight for an unforgettable city experience.
Gimbus is a tour operator based in Como, Lombardia, that offers guided experiences around Lake Como and the city of Como. The company operates eco-friendly electric golf cars for private and shared city tours, and handcrafted Venetian-style taxi boats for lake excursions. Tours include short sunset routes and longer combined land-and-water experiences, with options lasting one, two, three, or five hours.
Gimbus provides local drivers and captains who guide visitors to iconic monuments, lakeside villas, and historic streets. Many experiences include multilingual audio guides to support international guests. Select itineraries stop for a leisurely lunch in Cernobbio, and some boat routes highlight villas such as Villa Oleandra and Villa del Balbianello.
Available experiences range from private golf car city tours and sunset drives to combined golf car and boat packages and a shared boat trip to Bellagio with a three-hour stop. The fleet emphasizes comfort, sustainability, and visibility for photography and sightseeing. Boats are open 360 degrees for unobstructed views.
Gimbus focuses on delivering reliable, well-paced itineraries that showcase both city highlights and lake scenery. Booking options include private tours with a personal guide and shared boat experiences. The business operates in Como and the surrounding lake towns in Lombardia, presenting visitors with curated routes designed for sightseeing and local discovery.
Reservations can be made online or through local partners, and private options accommodate varied group sizes and preferences daily.
Tours Offered
13 tours
Private and shared options available
Duration Range
1–5 hours
Short rides to full-day excursions
Local Guides
Drivers & Captains
Guided by local professionals
Fleet Type
Electric cars & boats
Eco-friendly golf cars and Venetian boats
Reserve a private electric golf car tour or Venetian boat experience and see Como’s highlights efficiently, sustainably, and in comfort.
Book in advance
The tour accommodates a maximum of 6 passengers per vehicle, so reserving ahead ensures your preferred date and time.
Wear comfortable shoes
Although the golf car covers most ground, short walks to some monuments require sensible footwear.
Check the weather
Tours operate rain or shine; vehicles have anti-rain covers but dressing accordingly improves comfort.
Carry sun protection
A bottle of water is provided, but bringing sunscreen and a hat helps during sunny days along the lakefront.
Comfortable walking shoes
Needed for short walks from the golf car to monuments.
Sunscreen
Protects skin during outdoor portions of the tour, especially in sunnier months.
spring|summer|fall
Light rain jacket
Useful to stay dry during occasional rain showers on the route.
spring|fall|winter
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is important; while water is provided, carrying your own bottle is convenient.