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 October
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Garda in October
Estimated hotel price
$95
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 Orlando and takes around 31h 15m.

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 Rent Smart 24, 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 Orlando and takes around 31h 15m.

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 Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Airports near Garda

MILMilan All airports
BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo

Airlines serving Garda

Lufthansa
Good (8,159 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,550 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,130 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,017 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,483 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,259 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,042 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,636 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,904 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,216 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,391 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,491 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,431 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,347 reviews)
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Where to stay in Garda

Average rates range from around $140 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $147 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Garda

Most booked hotels in Garda

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Sky Pool Hotel Sole Garda
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1287 reviews)
$216+
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Hotel Caesius Thermae & Spa Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2037 reviews)
$277+
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Parc Hotel Germano Suites & Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 4082 reviews)
$279+
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Locanda Cà del Ponte
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 324 reviews)
$96+
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Parc Hotel Gritti
4 stars
Excellent (8, 3810 reviews)
$204+
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Hotel Internazionale
4 stars
Good (7.6, 870 reviews)
$100+
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Renting a car in Garda

Renting a car in Garda costs $67 per day, on average, or $202 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, 17% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $8.14 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 $97.66 and $130.22. 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 $67 per day, on average, or $202 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, 17% more expensive than at Verona.

Expect to pay $8.14 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 $97.66 and $130.22. 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.