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.
Your Resort Managers
Giuseppe Tonoli
Born and raised in the area of Franciacorta, I grew up surrounded by the glorious landscapes and vineyards, for which the area is well-known. Other than harvesting grapes for the production of my family’s own wine, some of my fondest childhood memories come from spending time at Lake Garda. Whether it’s cycling, climbing or windsurfing, I just can’t get enough of the activities around Lake Garda. At the end of the day, you’ll always find me in a lakeside café, admiring the views and sipping an Aperol Spritz in the sunshine. That to me, is paradise.
Gráinne Fox
Hello & welcome to Lake Garda! I’m Gráinne and I’m from the North of Ireland. I am so excited to be your Resort Manager this summer. I’m really looking forward to meeting you and showing you the breathtaking beauty of Lake Garda. I completed my first winter season with Topflight last winter in France, it was just so amazing I want to do it all over again this summer! What’s not to love - the Italian cuisine; the pleasant people & there’s definitely no shortage of stunning scenery or thingsn to do! It’s going to be so much fun. I can’t wait for you to experience an unforgettable holiday in Italy with us.
Lynsey Mackay
My name is Lynsey and I have huge passion for both winter and summer sports, having worked for Topflight for over 10 years in Austria, France, Andorra and Italy. As an avid skier and snowboarder, you'll find me making the most of slopes during the winter months in Andorra and in the summer I swap my skis for sandals to enjoy all that Lake Garda has to offer. I couldn’t possibly choose which season I prefer, I’ve skied since I was 5 years old and I can never get enough but there’s also something really magical about the spending the summer on Lake Garda.
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Package Holidays in Garda
Prices based on 7 nights for 2 guests departing from DublinChange
- flightOutboundtoday Sat 26th Apr 2025
access_time Dublin 14:55 → Verona 18:30Returningtoday Sat 03rd May 2025
access_time Verona 19:00 → Dublin 20:45TransfersTransfer from Verona
access_time 40 MinutesPoiano Apartments
Garda, Lake Garda, Italy
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- flightOutboundtoday Sat 26th Apr 2025
access_time Dublin 14:55 → Verona 18:30Returningtoday Sat 03rd May 2025
access_time Verona 19:00 → Dublin 20:45TransfersTransfer from Verona
access_time 40 MinutesHotel Bisesti
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- flightOutboundtoday Sat 27th Sep 2025
access_time Dublin 14:55 → Verona 18:30Returningtoday Sat 04th Oct 2025
access_time Verona 19:00 → Dublin 20:45TransfersTransfer from Verona
access_time 40 MinutesHotel Poiano
Garda, Lake Garda, Italy
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