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.

Article

When to visit Garda

Garda in October
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Garda in October
Estimated hotel price
$100
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 75 miles from Garda. The shortest flight to Garda from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 55m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Garda, followed by Train. The train journey from Garda to Milan takes 1h 10m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Turin, expect to pay about $40 for a 2h 23m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Garda is to pick up a car rental from Milan, which is about 74 miles from Garda. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Garda, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Itabus. From Venice, the bus ride to Garda takes 115 miles and will cost you around $15. From Milan, the ticket costs about $5 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

Although Garda doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milan All airports (MIL), which is located 75 miles from Garda. The shortest flight to Garda from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 55m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Garda, followed by Train. The train journey from Garda to Milan takes 1h 10m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Turin, expect to pay about $40 for a 2h 23m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Garda is to pick up a car rental from Milan, which is about 74 miles from Garda. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Garda, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Itabus. From Venice, the bus ride to Garda takes 115 miles and will cost you around $15. From Milan, the ticket costs about $5 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airports near Garda

MILMilan All airports
BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo

Airlines serving Garda

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,402 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,561 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,196 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in popular areas of Garda

Most booked hotels in Garda

See all
Resort Locanda San Verolo Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 232 reviews)
$223+
View
Hotel Boffenigo - The Golden Hour
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1199 reviews)
$222+
View
Hotel Caesius Thermae & Spa Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1991 reviews)
$265+
View
Excelsior Le Terrazze
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1034 reviews)
$140+
View
Aqualux Hotel Spa Suite & Terme
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2102 reviews)
$279+
View
Parc Hotel Germano Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3978 reviews)
$201+
View

Renting a car in Garda

Renting a car in Garda costs $52 per day, on average, or $155 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, 15% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $7.65 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 $91.76 and $122.34. 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 $52 per day, on average, or $155 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, 15% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $7.65 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 $91.76 and $122.34. 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.