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. Garda deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Garda

Garda in October
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Garda in October
Estimated hotel price
$141
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 Los Angeles and takes around 15h 40m.

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 NOLEGGIARE and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Milan.

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 Los Angeles and takes around 15h 40m.

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 NOLEGGIARE and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Milan.

Airports near Garda

MILMilan All airports
BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo

Airlines serving Garda

Lufthansa
Good (8,194 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,560 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,169 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,472 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,034 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,503 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,255 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (947 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,652 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,106 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,951 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,483 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,504 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,453 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
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Where to stay in Garda

Average rates range from around $134 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $149 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Garda

Most booked hotels in Garda

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Villa Cordevigo Wine Relais
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 651 reviews)
$365+
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Hotel Caesius Thermae & Spa Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2047 reviews)
$271+
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Hotel Excelsior Le Terrazze
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1051 reviews)
$211+
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Parc Hotel Germano Suites & Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 4103 reviews)
$190+
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Parc Hotel Gritti
4 stars
Excellent (8, 3847 reviews)
$169+
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Hotel Royal
3 stars
Good (7.2, 762 reviews)
$90+
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Renting a car in Garda

Renting a car in Garda costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. The most frequently booked car type in Garda is Compact (Fiat 500X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Opel Karl or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Garda costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. The most frequently booked car type in Garda is Compact (Fiat 500X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Opel Karl or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.