Riva del Garda

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Trentino which includes a coastal town, heritage architecture and a hotel
Trentino showing a monument and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Trentino showing a coastal town and general coastal views
Trentino showing forest scenes and building ruins
Trentino showing a hotel and general coastal views

Relax in this town’s charming central plaza to see the medieval structures that surround it. Take a trip to the majestic moated castle.

Riva del Garda is a historic town on Lake Garda’s northern shores. Its medieval castle and tower are among the rustic highlights in the quaint commune. Enjoy its pleasant climate and picturesque views of the lakefront year-round.

Visit the medieval castle of La Rocca, an elegant building partially surrounded by a moat. Its walls are made from stone and mortar and its four corners hoist towers. Walk over its bridge and catch a glimpse of the reflection of pretty gardens.

The castle now showcases collections of local art, history and culture of the Riva del Garda Museo Civico. Peruse artistic exhibits, such as dramatic photos of Lake Garda and displays showing the changes to the region over the centuries. Discover intriguing archeological finds from the Paleolithic era.

For a better sense of the town’s past, explore the quaint historic center on foot. Gaze up at the Tower of Apponale, the town’s icon. Climb the 165 steps to its 112-foot (34-meter) summit for views over Riva del Garda, especially beautiful at sunset. In the foreground is the waterfront and the vast lake.

Between the tower and the lake is Piazza III Novembre, a central square with restaurants and boutiques. In Piazza Cavour, see the old city gate of Porta San Michele still standing.

The town lies on the northern shore of Lake Garda in northern Italy. It is in the Trento province of the region of Trentino Alto. Fly to the nearest major transportation hub, Verona Villafranca Airport, 50 miles (80 kilometers) south.

Enjoy a pleasant trip to Riva del Garda with many extraordinary structures on the ideal location of Lake Garda. The region enjoys crisp, cold, sunny winter days perfect for long walks along the lake. Summers are generally warm with pleasant breezes over the water.

Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort
Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort
4 out of 5
Viale Rovereto 44, Riva del Garda, TN
The price is €418 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
€418
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Riva del Garda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (678 reviews)
A beautiful hotel and a comfortable stay
"A truly beautiful resort, with excellent facilities. The pools are great - plenty of sunbeds, beautiful setting, well serviced (but not heated) - fantastic food and drinks and well equipped, very comfortable rooms. We have stayed in and out of season and, out of season, the service has been exceptional. ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort
Grand Hotel Liberty
Grand Hotel Liberty
4 out of 5
Viale Carducci 3/5, Riva del Garda, TN
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Riva del Garda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (230 reviews)
"The room was comfortable and the bathroom nice. The hallway was a bit noisy in the morning as the cleaning staff went about their business - not really able to sleep in. breakfast was really good. Front desk staff nice. Staff in the spa was not helpful or friendly - in my opinion, a phone call should ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2024

Grand Hotel Liberty
Hotel Sole Relax & Panorama
Hotel Sole Relax & Panorama
4 out of 5
Piazza 3 Novembre 35, Riva del Garda, TN
The price is €176 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
€176
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Riva del Garda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Ledro and Limone Sul Garda ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (362 reviews)
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Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Hotel Sole Relax & Panorama
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aris Apartments & Sky Pool - Tonelli Hotels - Adult Friendly
Aris Apartments & Sky Pool - Tonelli Hotels - Adult Friendly
Via Gorizia 1A, Riva del Garda, TN
Stay at this residence in Riva del Garda. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Lake Ledro and Limone Sul Garda Harbour ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"This was an excellent place to stay. So much room and available space outside on the patio. 4 sliding glass doors!!! The lady that checked us in was wonderful. We had great conversation and she took us up to the room herself and show us all the amenities. She was full information that was very useful ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Aris Apartments & Sky Pool - Tonelli Hotels - Adult Friendly
Bellavista Lakefront Hotel & Apartments
Bellavista Lakefront Hotel & Apartments
3 out of 5
Piazza Cesare Battisti 7, Riva del Garda, TN
Stay at this 3-star spa residence in Riva del Garda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Ledro and Limone Sul Garda ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (104 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2024

Bellavista Lakefront Hotel & Apartments
Residenza Alto Garda
Residenza Alto Garda
Viale Giosuè Carducci, 1, Riva del Garda, TN
Stay at this aparthotel in Riva del Garda. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Lake Ledro and Limone ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
5 star experience
"Residenza Alto Garda has it all: fantastic comfort in the room, some of the best bed+mattress+pillow combination, superb shower, great AC system. Next to that, the apartments have the absolute best location in the city: just minutes away from the beach and the city centre."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Residenza Alto Garda
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Riva del Garda

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Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A relaxing town, quiet, great location at head of Lake Garda

5/5 - Excellent

AndyT

It needs to be on everyone’s bucket list!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Just an incredible place! Lots of restaurants / cafes etc. It’s one of those places you must see! A perfect location to unwind and appreciate the stunning landscape and what it has to offer.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

An absolutely stunning and picturesque holiday destination and one that should not be missed.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful, we was very lucky with the weather too, going at the beginning of Autumn we expected to be colder and maybe more rain. This was our second visit and it was just as amazing as last time.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A wonderful place to stay. A few must stops. Sailing du lac - great we did it all, Alla T’ore restaurant 62 years in business and we know why. Wonderful food and wine. Gelateria cristallo ice cream and cocktails . So much to do we will be back 