The old fishing village of Garda on the eastern lake shore is surrounded by terraced vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Chic boutiques, open-air cafés and smart restaurants line the traffic-free promenade and on market days there are stalls selling everything from leather goods to exotic liqueurs. This is the heart of the town, where the shops, ice cream parlours, hotels and bars spill out on to the pavement with waiters rushing across the street to serve pizzas and pasta to hungry visitors enjoying the atmosphere and the amazing views.
The harbour buzzes with boats and ferries bringing people between this and other resorts across the lake. There is also a pebble beach which is perfect for sunbathing and, as the landscape is flat, it is very popular with walkers and cyclists who often take the lakeside path to the neighbouring resort of Bardolino.
As dusk settles, the town lights up with the sound of live music and conversation as people stroll along the streets and enjoy the atmosphere of the evening promenade.
Garda is a great place to enjoy a relaxing holiday and it provides a perfect base from which to visit nearby attractions. It is not far from the theme parks of Gardaland, Movieland and Aqua Paradise Park, all ideal for a special family day out.
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Anna Munari
Anna is a very experienced resort manager, she was brought up just outside Bardolino so has a special passion for the area. She says "I have the pleasure to call this area my home". Anna enjoys the outdoors and highly recommends lake shore walks and walking up into the hills to enjoy the peace and tranquility. In Bardolino it is simply sit and watch the world go by for Anna, she loves the sheer variety of restaurants and wine bars. Her excursion of choice is Bolzano Renon, she says "it’s only a short transfer to enjoy absolutely breathtaking views of the Dolomites".
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Villa Madrina
Garda, Lake Garda
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Hotel Hotel Bisesti
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Hotel Terminus
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Poiano Apartments
Garda, Lake Garda
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Things to do in Garda
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Gardaland
Gardaland is the biggest and best theme park in Italy and the third largest in Europe and has thrills, spills, adventures and fun in spades. With something for every age, a trip to Gardaland will without a doubt be the highlight of the kids’ trip!
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Gardaland Adventure Park will appeal to families of all ages. There are themed lands and enough fantasy, adventure and adrenaline pumping rides to ensure that everyone has the time of their lives here.
If it’s thrills and heart pumping spills you’re after, try out the Blue Tornado, Magic Mountain and Raptor roller coasters and if you’re feeling very brave, try Oblivion:The Black Hole. If you wish to take to the water, try the Jungle Rapids or the Colorado log flume.
For the younger tots, there is plenty to keep them entertained here too. The brand new Peppa Pig Land is sure to keep them happy. Visit Peppa’s famous house, sail on the exciting pirate ship with Peppa, or fly up to the clouds in colourful balloons. This will, for sure be the highlight of the little ones trips.
If the family needs a change of pace, there is also a Sea Life Aquarium here, where you can explore deep under the water in the Shark Tunnels and discover amazing fish, jellyfish and seahorses.
Gardaland also offers a personalised, tailor made service to guests with special needs such as visual limitations, reduced mobility, autism and down syndrome. It is designed specifically to make sure that people with disabilities can have the most fun experience, with a customised itinerary based on their specific needs.
Get there early! You’re going to want as much time as possible!
Visit the Gardaland website for more details.
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