Looking for Things to Do on Lake Como This Weekend?
Enjoy a Sunday outdoors, surrounded by spring flowers, fragrant gardens and family-friendly activities.
On Sunday, May 10, 2026, Villa Carlotta will take part in FuoriOrticola 2026. The programme is organised by the Fondazione Orticola di Lombardia and is linked to Milan’s historic horticultural exhibition.
Throughout May, the initiative brings together historic gardens, museums and villas across Lombardy and Piedmont. In particular, it celebrates nature, botany and garden culture through a variety of special events.
Villa Carlotta will also offer two activities designed for visitors of different ages. Both experiences combine nature, sensory discovery and an opportunity to explore the local landscape.
A Gardening Workshop for Children at Villa Carlotta
At 10:30 AM, children aged 5 to 11 can join “L’orto in cassetta” (A Mini Garden in a Box). This hands-on workshop combines observation, play and creative activities.
First, participants will explore the villa’s botanical gardens and admire the colourful spring flowers. The experience takes inspiration from the illustrated children’s book Why Won’t You Flower? by Katarína Makurova.
Afterwards, the children will visit the agricultural area. Here, they will discover how to create a small garden in a box. They will also learn how to care for their plants.
Finally, the workshop will end with a relaxing break and a refreshing citrus drink.
Discover the Fragrant Citrus Gardens of Villa Carlotta
At the same time, visitors can join “Profumo di agrumi” (The Scent of Citrus). This guided tour explores Villa Carlotta’s formal garden and historic citrus grove.
During the visit, participants will discover the scents and blossoms of different citrus plants. Along the way, they will learn about their colours, fragrances and botanical characteristics.
Moreover, the experience highlights the beauty of Villa Carlotta’s gardens in spring. Visitors can enjoy the natural surroundings while discovering interesting facts about citrus plants.
To conclude the tour, participants will enjoy a citrus-inspired tasting.
Useful Information: Tickets and Reservations
Both activities last approximately 90 minutes and are included in the Villa Carlotta admission ticket.
However, advance booking is required. Please also note that both activities will be conducted in Italian.
For information and family bookings, please contact: segreteria@villacarlotta.it
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