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Riva del Garda travel guide

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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
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Riva del Garda in February
Estimated hotel price
$115
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 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Riva del Garda, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Riva del Garda to Verona takes 1h 13m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Turin, expect to pay about $13 for a 1h 25m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Riva del Garda, including Itabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Turin, the bus ride to Riva del Garda takes 90 miles and will cost you around $10. From Bologna, the ticket costs about $14 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 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Riva del Garda, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Riva del Garda to Verona takes 1h 13m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Turin, expect to pay about $13 for a 1h 25m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Riva del Garda, including Itabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Turin, the bus ride to Riva del Garda takes 90 miles and will cost you around $10. From Bologna, the ticket costs about $14 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 (7,491 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,456 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,977 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,991 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,979 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,374 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (853 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,304 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,027 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,015 reviews)
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Where to stay in Riva del Garda

Average rates range from around $124 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $193 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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Casa Alla Lega
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 801 reviews)
$131+
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Villa Italia Luxury Suites and Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (9.5, 1309 reviews)
$131+
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Parc Hotel Flora S
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 2530 reviews)
$140+
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Agritur Acetaia Gourmet&Relax
1 star
Excellent (9.3, 521 reviews)
$136+
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Holiday IV Gardan
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1569 reviews)
$109+
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Park Hotel Il Vigneto
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 414 reviews)
$114+
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Renting a car in Riva del Garda

Renting a car in Riva del Garda costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $7.53 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 $90.40 and $120.53. The most frequently booked car type in Riva del Garda is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Peugeot 108 or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Riva del Garda costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $7.53 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 $90.40 and $120.53. The most frequently booked car type in Riva del Garda is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Peugeot 108 or similar) are, on average, 38% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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