In the north of Italy, on the border with Switzerland, lies the Great Lakes region. It is in this region that is located one of the most beautiful lakes in Italy and probably in the world. It is therefore not surprising that Lake Como has been chosen as a location for many films.
Today, we are going to take a tour of all the Star Wars filming locations in Lake Como so that you can replay these mythical scenes.
Villa Balbianello, Episode 2 Attack of the Clones – 2002
It was in this villa, in the town of Lenno, on the opposite shore of Bellagio and 27 km north of Como, that (among other things) the wedding between Anakin (played by Hayden Christensen) and Padmé (played by Natalie Portman) was filmed. It is possible to visit it from March to November.
This is an important place for the story, as it is here that the love between these two characters will grow stronger and more concrete. Through Anakin’s nightmares, we see the beginnings of the fate that awaits him. His attachment to Padmé is what will lead him to the dark side of the force. What would have happened if they had not been sent to this villa?
The shooting of Episode 2 took place from August 30 to September 1, 2000, for two scenes:
– Padmé’s villa on Naboo, where she lives with Anakin
– her parents’ house (scene cut)
➡️ Book your tickets online and in advance, as the Villa is not open every day.
Video: Villa Balbianello, Episode 2 Attack of the Clones
Padmé and Anakin’s picnic in the grass
For this scene, the shooting could have been done at any place, but it was easier to shoot this scene at the same time as the ones in the villa.
This scene was shot the day after filming in the villa. It is at this point that Anakin and Padme’s bond begins to grow into a mutual love.
Things to do on Lake Como
Favorite ❤️: Discover the filming locations from the water aboarda small, cozy boat that can accommodate up to 15 people. Right from the start, you’ll enjoy a superb view of the city of Como from the water, in a peaceful atmosphere. Then it’s on to the wonders of Lake Como, including a visit to Villa Balbianello, Villa la Fontanelle and the famous Villa d’Este in Cernobbio.
For 1h30, you glide along the calm waters of the lake, surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery. A real concentrate of the most beautiful places to see around Como, all accompanied by a glass of Prosecco (and for those who prefer, non-alcoholic drinks are also available).
The company Salimar Boat Tour, which operates the cruise, has an excellent reputation. Our guide gave us many anecdotes about the places we visited.
➡️ We advise you to book your tickets for a cruise with aperitif on Lake Como online in advance (approx. €59 per person), especially during the tourist season, as these excursions are very popular and the number of places is limited.
Hotels in Lake Como: Where to stay?
Looking for a place to stay on Lake Como? To make your visit easier, we’ve included an article detailing the most interesting villages to stay in on Lake Como, along with our best hotel addresses.
Suite in Menaggio : we stayed 2 nights at the Suite Menaggio, ideally located in the center of Menaggio (south-east of the lake, close to the town of Como), with a beautiful view of the lake. The apartment is tastefully decorated, with a large, comfortable bed and a fully-equipped kitchen, ideal for preparing a meal or an aperitif. From €140
See prices and availability Suite in Menaggio – Rated 9.3/10 on Booking
You can get an idea of the prices with the map below:
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