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 75 miles 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 Milan takes 1h 10m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Venice, expect to pay about $13 for a 1h 17m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, 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 80 miles and will cost you around $21. From Milan, the ticket costs about $12 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 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 Milan takes 1h 10m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Venice, expect to pay about $13 for a 1h 17m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Felirent, 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 80 miles and will cost you around $21. From Milan, the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airports near Garda

MILMilan All airports
BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo

Airlines serving Garda

Lufthansa
Good (7,984 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,510 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,954 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,457 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,357 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,213 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,771 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,010 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,248 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,321 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Garda

Most booked hotels in Garda

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Hotel Caesius Thermae & Spa Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2012 reviews)
$334+
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Excelsior Le Terrazze
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1033 reviews)
$200+
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Aqualux Hotel Spa Suite & Terme
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2106 reviews)
$306+
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Parc Hotel Germano Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 4013 reviews)
$198+
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Hotel Cortina
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1223 reviews)
$79+
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Hotel Nettuno
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 822 reviews)
$212+
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Renting a car in Garda

Renting a car in Garda costs $56 per day, on average, or $167 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, 18% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $7.72 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 $92.67 and $123.56. 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 $56 per day, on average, or $167 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, 18% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $7.72 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 $92.67 and $123.56. 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.