Across Europe you will see a mix of specialty aquatics and general pet shops. Confirm they stock ADA/Tropica-style substrates or hardscape before travelling across town.
What to look for in-store
A useful shopping order: hardscape first, then substrate, then plants, then lighting/CO₂ if the shop carries them. Compare options in our guides: Best aquarium substrate 2026 · Nano clip LED lights.
FAQ
Are there specialty aquascape stores in Como?
Start with highly rated options such as I Giardini di Villa Melzi (4.7, 5,011 reviews), Canarini Cani Gatti & dintorni di Salandi Paolo (4.8, 313 reviews) and L'Arca di Noè | Tutto per gli Animali Domestici (4.4, 790 reviews). Many cities also list general pet shops — ask staff about planted-tank soil and fertiliser before assuming they only sell fish kits.
Should I call before visiting?
Yes — stock of live plants, aquasoil, and CO₂ accessories changes quickly. Confirm hours on the store card and ask whether they carry the brands you need.
Use the Amazon picks on this page when available, and read our guides: Best aquarium substrate 2026 · Nano clip LED lights.
Planted-tank hobbyists in Como, Lombardy, Italy can shortlist shops here: we tracked 15 locations, led by I Giardini di Villa Melzi on community ratings.
📍Via Lungo Lario Manzoni, 22021 Bellagio CO, Italy
🕑Monday: 10 AM to 6:30 PM; Tuesday: 10 AM to 6:30 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM to 6:30 PM; Thursday: Closed; Friday: Closed; Saturday: 10 AM to 6:30 PM; Sunday: 10 AM to 6:30 PM
📍Via G. Puccini, 1, 22075 Lurate Caccivio CO, Italy
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7:30 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7:30 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7:30 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Sunday: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM
🕑Monday: 9:30 AM to 12:15 PM, 3 to 7:15 PM; Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 12:15 PM, 3 to 7:15 PM; Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 12:15 PM, 3 to 7:15 PM; Thursday: 9:30 AM to 12:15 PM, 3 to 7:15 PM; Friday: 9:30 AM to 12:15 PM, 3 to 7:15 PM; Saturday: 9:30 AM to 12:15 PM, 3 to 7:15 PM; Sunday: 3 to 7:15 PM
📍Via S. Gottardo, 11, 22029 Uggiate con Ronago CO, Italy
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 7:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: 8:30 AM to 7 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 7 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 7 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM to 7 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM to 7 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM to 7 PM; Sunday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
★5.0
(33 reviews) Perfume store, Gift shop, Silk store
📍Via Pantero Pantera, 3, 22100 Como CO, Italy
🕑Monday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Thursday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Friday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Sunday: Closed
★4.4
(131 reviews) Pet supply store, Animal feed store, Pet groomer, Store
📍Via Varesina, 273, 22100 Como CO, Italy
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 7:30 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 7:30 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 7:30 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 7:30 PM; Sunday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM
🕑Monday: 9:45 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7:15 PM; Tuesday: 9:45 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7:15 PM; Wednesday: 9:45 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7:15 PM; Thursday: 9:45 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7:15 PM; Friday: 9:45 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7:15 PM; Saturday: 9:30 AM to 7:15 PM; Sunday: 9:30 AM to 7:15 PM
Animal shop negozio per animali TOILETTATURA e self-service
Open
★4.6
(62 reviews) Pet supply store, Pet groomer
📍Via Case Sparse, 29, 22013 Domaso CO, Italy
🕑Monday: 8:30 AM to 12 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 12 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 12 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM to 12 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM to 12 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 6:30 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 12:30 PM, 3 to 6:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Sunday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
