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How to get there
Where to stay
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Riva del Garda travel guide

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You're Going to Love Riva del Garda

With a population of 14,727, Riva del Garda is a must-see destination in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Riva del Garda has to offer.

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When to visit Riva del Garda

Riva del Garda in February
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Riva del Garda in February
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Riva del Garda

Plane

Although Riva del Garda doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Verona Airport (VRN), which is located 34 miles from Riva del Garda. The shortest flight to Riva del Garda from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 40m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Riva del Garda, followed by Trenitalia. The train journey from Riva del Garda to Turin takes 0h 47m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bologna, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 04m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Riva del Garda is to pick up a car rental from Milan, which is about 85 miles from Riva del Garda. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Moventur, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Riva del Garda, including FlixBus, Bus and MarinoBus. From Turin, the bus ride to Riva del Garda takes 90 miles and will cost you around $10. From Verona, the ticket costs about $11 for a journey of 145 miles.

Plane

Although Riva del Garda doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Verona Airport (VRN), which is located 34 miles from Riva del Garda. The shortest flight to Riva del Garda from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 40m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Riva del Garda, followed by Trenitalia. The train journey from Riva del Garda to Turin takes 0h 47m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bologna, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 04m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Riva del Garda is to pick up a car rental from Milan, which is about 85 miles from Riva del Garda. You’ll find branches of Felirent and Moventur, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Riva del Garda, including FlixBus, Bus and MarinoBus. From Turin, the bus ride to Riva del Garda takes 90 miles and will cost you around $10. From Verona, the ticket costs about $11 for a journey of 145 miles.

Airports near Riva del Garda

MILMilan All airports
VRNVerona
VCEVenice Marco Polo

Airlines serving Riva del 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 Riva del Garda

Average rates range from around $127 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $242 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Riva del Garda

Most booked hotels in Riva del Garda

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Caravel Bike Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1904 reviews)
$105+
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Du Lac Et Du Parc Grand Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 3543 reviews)
$202+
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Bellavista Lakefront
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2041 reviews)
$132+
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Grand Hotel Liberty
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 5202 reviews)
$98+
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Lake Hotel Benaco
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1797 reviews)
$84+
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Hotel Oasi Wellness & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3725 reviews)
$104+
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Renting a car in Riva del Garda

Renting a car in Riva del Garda costs $53 per day, on average, or $160 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $7.95 per gallon in Riva del 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. Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Riva del Garda, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Riva del Garda costs $53 per day, on average, or $160 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $7.95 per gallon in Riva del 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. Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Riva del Garda, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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