With stunning mountain backdrops and blue waters, Lake Garda is a popular destination from which to experience Italy with many varied activities, excursions and performance opportunities on offer.
Nearby Verona is worth a visit to see its famous amphitheatre and opera house and of course Venice, one of Europe’s most incredible cities, is a must visit destination for even a day.
In Lake Garda and the Veneto we recommend:
- Exploring the canals and small streets of Venice. There’s something to discover at every turn
- Taking a water taxi to St Mark’s Square, Venice
- Finding Juliet’s balcony in Verona
- Discovering some of the smaller towns alongside Lake Garda
- Indulging in artisan ice creams in Sirmione
- Visiting the medieval castle in Malcesine and taking a cable car up to Montebaldo
- A day at Gardaland theme park
Travel Information
To reach Lake Garda
- Allow 18 hours from Calais by coach
- Nearest airports: Verona, Venice
