Lake Garda Travel Guide

Italy’s biggest lake: castles, beaches and lakeside towns.

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Region
Veneto / Lombardy
Ideal stay
2 days
Best months
May to September

Top things to do in Lake Garda

Sirmione castle and the Grotte di Catullo

Malcesine and the Monte Baldo cable car

Lakeside walks in Limone sul Garda

Bardolino wine tasting

Sample itinerary

  1. Day 1: Sirmione and a swim.
  2. Day 2: Malcesine and Monte Baldo.

Frequently asked questions

How many days do you need in Lake Garda?

Most visitors spend 2 days in Lake Garda.

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