Gardone Riviera Holidays

Gardone

Enjoy a relaxed lakeside break on a holiday to the Gardone Riviera

Gardone Riviera is one of the most elegant resorts on Lake Garda. This is where you’ll find boutique stores, artisan gelaterias and tree- and flower-lined promenades with plenty of places to take a seat and enjoy the lake views. There’s a very sophisticated feel here. Think grand villas, historic buildings and baroque piazzas.

What to see on a Gardone Riviera holiday

This resort is perfect if you enjoy gardens. The Heller Botanical Gardens are close by and they have over 2,000 species of tropical plants and flowers. It’s a fantastic day out, you can easily spend hours wandering through the grounds. Make sure you visit other resorts on the lake too. There's regular ferries from her and Bardolino and Garda are just a short hop across the water.

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Why book a holiday to Gardone Riviera with Inghams?

If you're after a sophisticated lakeside hotel, we've got you covered. Our hotels here are hand-picked and we've been working with them for many years so you get the best value. Your holiday is in safe hands with Inghams.

from£788pp
164 rooms

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This landmark hotel has been welcoming guests since 1884. Join the likes of Hollywood stars and even Winston Churchill and have a drink in piano bar. There's a large lakeside terrace with heated pool, two gourmet restaurants and spectacular décor throughout. It's right in the centre of Gardone and when you come back to your room after a day exploring, you'll be met with lake views from your balcony.

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from£718pp
60 rooms

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This hotel is right on the shores of Lake Garda and very close to the centre of Gardone. Its been home to both international royalty and movie stars since its opening in 1904. It offers exceptional service and plenty of history, alongside excellent food and views of the lake.

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from£598pp
39 rooms

This hotel has a perfect central location. It's right on the promenade and the ferry point is just steps away. We love the warm and friendly atmosphere here - and enjoying an ice cream on the lake front terrace.

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from£749pp
44 rooms

Ville Montefiori's in the perfect position, hidden in beautifully maintained gardens on a hilltop above the lake. The panoramic views of the lake from the terrace are not to be missed.

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from£638pp
38 rooms

Boasting a superb location just moments from the Gardone Riviera promenade, the newly renovated Hotel Villa Galeazzi offers comfortable accommodation and excellent service.

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Excursions

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Venice Classic from £74 per person (full day)

Venice is not to be missed! This excursion allows you to explore the city with a guide and at your own pace. You’ll arrive by coach and grab a water taxi to the centre. You’ll also have the option to add on a gondola ride (payable locally). There’s plenty of time to take in sights of the Basilica, Doge's Palace, St Mark's square and the Rialto bridge – this is the perfect introduction to one of Italy's most magical cities.

Departs: Tuesdays and Thursdays

Verona from £49 per person (full day)

Verona is one of Italy’s most charming little cities. This day trip dips into the romance of the medieval city, reliving the scenes from Romeo and Juliet while wandering around through the cobbled streets and past ancient buildings. On a walking tour of the city you'll see the impressive 2,000-year-old Roman arena. It's one of the best preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world and is currently home to the Verona Opera. Explore the marble paved shopping street of Via Mazzini which leads to the pretty market square Piazza Delle Erbe.

Departs: Fridays, entry tickets to the Roman Arena are not included

We act at all times as a selling agent for the suppliers. All excursions require minimum numbers to run and are subject to change. Some excursions may not be available to pre-book in low season but may be available to book locally subject to numbers. Prices will be confirmed at the time of booking. Please see our terms & conditions.

Things To Do

Things to see and do

The Heller Botanical Gardens are a real gem for nature lovers. Designed by the internationally renowned artist, Andre Heller, the gardens are a showcase of pioneering ideas on landscape design and how to integrate are into the setting.

We love getting on a ferry and exploring as many towns as we can. Bardolino and Garda are just across the lake and are a great day out. Isola del Garda is the biggest island on Lake Garda – head here to discover the history of the Roman settlers and wander round the Franciscan monastery.

There’s plenty to do near Gardone itself, too. The Salò Duomo was built in 1450 and you can go and have a look inside. We recommend going to Il Vittoriale - a glamorous villa that overlooks the lake. It’s famous for being the home of the artist, writer and political activist Gabriele d’Annunzio. Today it’s a wonderful complex of buildings, gardens, museums and stunning statues.

Food & drink

This lovely little corner of Lake Garda is a haven for wine lovers. With the Bardolino wine festival happening on the other side of the lake and many of the delicious wines coming from the immediate area, it would be a mistake to leave without sitting on the lakeside promenade with a glass or two.

The food here is pretty great too – you’ll be spoilt for choice with the number of restaurants. You can expect fresh ingredients almost everywhere. Try the local fish or homemade pastas. We love Emiliano’s - it’s great for a filling lunch.

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Good to know

Buy a day ferry pass to explore Italy’s largest lake by boat
Escape into nature and visit the beautiful botanical gardens here
Visit the Vittoriale, estate of famous Italian writer Gabriele d’Annunzio and learn more about his eccentric character