Garda Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Garda which includes a lake or waterhole as well as a couple
Halfway up the eastern coast, and the namesake of northern Italy’s Lake Garda, this town is the perfect destination for a natural retreat.

Located inside a wide horseshoe bay on its namesake lake, Garda has picturesque, colorful houses surrounded by natural beauty. Explore the tall, green hills behind, home to vineyards and Venetian merchants’ villas. Wander to the famous palace on the nearby peninsula or relax on the lake itself. Bring your hiking boots and a picnic basket to enjoy an idyllic summer afternoon.

Go on an adventure up Monte Luppia in search of prehistoric rock etchings, according to legend made by bored shepherds tending their flocks. Walk out along the Punta San Vigilio to see stunning views of the lake and the renowned villa of Agosto Brenzoni, which hosted royalty, including Tsar Alexander and the British royal family in the early 20th century. Just south of town are the ruins of the Rocca, said to have been the location Queen Adelaide fled so she could marry King Otto.

Return to town and relax with a gelato or aperitivoin the shade in front of the Palazzo dei Capitano, a pale yellow Venetian Gothic palace presiding over one of Garda Town’s busiest piazzas. Ramble through the streets of the Old Town until you find the stunning old Santa Maria Maggiore church, which was rebuilt in the 16th century. Rent a yacht, motorboat or kayak from the harbor and set off before the sun goes down beyond the hills on the other shore.

Drive to Garda in 25 minutes from the closest train station in Peschiera del Garda or from Verona, the closest international airport, in 30 minutes. Peschiera del Garda offers connections throughout Italy, including to Venice and Milan. Take a bus to Garda from Peschiera del Garda in 30 minutes. Rent a car in Peschiera del Garda to explore the surroundings or rely on the region’s extensive bus service.

For lingering views of Garda, follow the lakeside path that leads north to Torri del Benaco and be rewarded with stunning views as you turn back along the peninsula.

Hotel Leon d'Oro
Hotel Leon d'Oro
4 out of 5
Viale Piave 5, Verona, VR
The price is AU$156 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$156
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Verona. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (965 reviews)
"We stayed here for three nights Very clean and spacious room Breakfast was plentiful Walking distance to train station and town centre"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

Hotel Leon d'Oro
Hotel Accademia
Hotel Accademia
4 out of 5
Via Scala 12, Verona, VR
The price is AU$358 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$358
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Verona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (995 reviews)
Great location, high standard
"Great location in the heart of Verona, but also surprisingly quiet. Traditional, old school hotel. Excellent service, very comfortable, good breakfast."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2024

Hotel Accademia
Novo Hotel Rossi
Novo Hotel Rossi
3 out of 5
Via delle Coste 2, Verona, VR
The price is AU$164 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$164
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Verona. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (991 reviews)
"Free bikes at hotel!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

Novo Hotel Rossi
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Truly Verona
Truly Verona
Via San Pietro Incarnario 8A, Verona, VR
Stay at this residence in Verona. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room childcare, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (479 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay! The area is perfect with everything in walking distance, including the arena, Juliet’s house and all the lovely restaurants! The train station was only a 20 minute walk and me and my partner felt so safe! Lovely, Thank You"

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2024

Truly Verona
Casa Aldina- historic centre, glazed roof veranda
Casa Aldina- historic centre, glazed roof veranda
Garda
Stay at this vacation home in Garda. Enjoy free WiFi, a patio, and a TV. Popular attractions Rocca del Garda and Al Corno Beach are located nearby. Discover ...
6.6/10 (4 reviews)
Aufenthalt
"Das Ferienhäuschen ist für eine Familie gut ausgestattet. Wir haben die Zeit genossen. Für eine Familie mit kleinen Kindern wäre es mir persönlich nichts, da die Wohnung sich über vier Etagen mit einer Wendeltreppe erstreckt. Die Küchenzeile mit Herd befindet sich in der ersten Etage, danach folgen ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2023

Casa Aldina- historic centre, glazed roof veranda
Beautiful apartment for 5 guests with WIFI, pool, TV, terrace and parking
Beautiful apartment for 5 guests with WIFI, pool, TV, terrace and parking
Corno
Stay at this apartment in Garda. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Al Corno Beach and Golf Club Ca degli Ulivi are located nearby. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
A good place to be
"It's been raining nearly the whole time - and we enjoyed our quiet place sitting by the fire. A special atmosphere..."

Reviewed on 8 Nov. 2023

Beautiful apartment for 5 guests with WIFI, pool, TV, terrace and parking
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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10 Sep 2019

Well located on the East side of the Lake.

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