Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Garda travel guide

Garda Tourism | Garda Guide

You're Going to Love Garda

With a population of 3.611, Garda is a must-see destination in Veneto, Italy. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Garda has to offer.

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When to visit Garda

Garda in August
Estimated hotel price
$162
1 night at 3-star hotel
Garda in August
Estimated hotel price
$162
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Garda

Plane

Although Garda doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milan All airports (MIL), which is located 120 km from Garda. The shortest flight to Garda from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Garda, followed by Train. The train journey from Garda to Florence takes 1h 33m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $38 for a 3h 13m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Garda is to pick up a car rental from Milan, which is about 120 km from Garda. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Moventur, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Garda, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Venice, the bus ride to Garda takes 129 km and will cost you around $16. From Bergamo, the ticket costs about $6 for a journey of 145 km.

Plane

Although Garda doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milan All airports (MIL), which is located 120 km from Garda. The shortest flight to Garda from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h 40m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Garda, followed by Train. The train journey from Garda to Florence takes 1h 33m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about $38 for a 3h 13m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Garda is to pick up a car rental from Milan, which is about 120 km from Garda. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Moventur, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Garda, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Venice, the bus ride to Garda takes 129 km and will cost you around $16. From Bergamo, the ticket costs about $6 for a journey of 145 km.

Airports near Garda

MILMilan All airports
BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo

Airlines serving Garda

Lufthansa
Good (7,939 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,905 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,321 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,431 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,189 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,578 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,625 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,952 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,217 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,284 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Garda

Most booked hotels in Garda

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Color Hotel Style, Design & Gourmet
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 475 reviews)
$222+
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Sky Pool Hotel Sole Garda
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1260 reviews)
$151+
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Hotel Caesius Thermae & Spa Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1997 reviews)
$269+
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Excelsior Le Terrazze
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1036 reviews)
$141+
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Aqualux Hotel Spa Suite & Terme
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2102 reviews)
$300+
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Parc Hotel Germano Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3986 reviews)
$203+
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Renting a car in Garda

Renting a car in Garda costs $51 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $7.95 per gallon in Garda (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $95.39 and $127.19. The most frequently booked car type in Garda is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Opel Karl or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Garda costs $51 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $7.95 per gallon in Garda (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $95.39 and $127.19. The most frequently booked car type in Garda is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Opel Karl or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.