What to do in the surroundings of Bardolino
After visiting Bardolino with all its opportunities and experiences, you can move to numerous places that can be easily reached through different means of transport.
As a matter of fact Bardolino is not only a wonderful place to stay in, but also a strategic point to reach other destinations on the lake, in the hinterland and on Monte Baldo. Bardolino is also close to numerous amusement parks, water parks, thermal baths and other tourist attractions. Moreover, it is only thirty kilometers away from Verona.
Verona
Other destinations on the lake
If you can’t wait to discover all the shades of Lake Garda, all you have to do is going around the towns and villages throughout its shores. The landscape gradually changes offering unknown landscapes and multiple feelings.
The villages and towns which are closer to Bardolino, such as Garda and Lazise, can be reached on foot or by bike through the cycling and pedestrian routes; on the other hand, there are also many ways to reach the farthest ones: sport lovers can reach them by bike, while couples can choose a motor-scooter and families with kids can reach them by car. In Bardolino, you can rent all means of transport.
You can also choose the ferries from Bardolino and Cisano to reach the other lake towns such as Riva del Garda (the northernmost one) or Sirmione (on the opposite side) holding a Romanesque house known as “Grotte di Catullo”; on the western shore there is Gardone Riviera holding the famous “Vittoriale degli Italiani” that is the historical complex built by the Italian poet Gabriele d’Annunzio
Sirmione Castle
The hills and Monte Baldo
The neighbouring towns of the hinterland can be visited too, as well as Monte Baldo and its natural beauties; you can reach it through the Malcesine cable car with its panoramic rotating cabins.
And that’s only a taste! On Monte Baldo you can also practice sport such as nordic walking or paragliding and, in winter, snowboard, snowshoeing and skiing with an extraordinary view over the lake. An amazing mystical place in the heart of the Monte Baldo rocks is also worth discovering: the Santuario della Madonna della Corona, hanging between earth and sky, grabbed on to the rocks of the surrounding mountains and overhanging over the Val d’Adige.
It is the perfect place for those who are looking for peace and meditation and it is also appreciated by trekking enthusiasts: the wooded path up to the sacred place has a difference in height of about 600 meters with more than 1500 steps and a 2 hours walking route.
Amazing view from Monte Baldo
Verona
The city of Love, of Romeo and Juliet but above all a town full of history and art. Here you can visit the famous Arena, the Roman amphitheatre located in the very heart of the town holding concerts and opera seasons, the Majestic Castelvecchio with its Scaliger bridge and the large squares such as Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Bra, connected with each other throughout via Mazzini, the popular shopping street.
Venice
From Bardolino you can easily reach this wonderful place: numerous tour operators organize day-trips to Venice, an extremely charming city, with its canals and bridges and the famous Piazza San Marco; you can also enjoy a romantic gondola ride.
The Verona Arena
Near Bardolino you can find amusement parks, water parks and many other attractions.
Water parks
Slides, falls and water games to spend a relaxing and cheerful summer day.
Rio Valli Water Park
Slides, swimming pools for adults and children, restaurant and picnic area. 7,5 km away from Bardolino Localita’ Fosse Cavaion Veronese (VR)
Caneva Aquapark
A water park full of slides within a tropical environment. 9 km away from Bardolino Via Fossalta, 58, Lazise, (VR)
Amusement parks
You will find the biggest themed parks for adults and children; a good time and adrenaline rush are guaranteed with their attractions.
Movieland Park
Cinema-inspired attractions and entertainment
9 km away from Bardolino Via Fossalta 56, Lazise (VR)
Gardaland
A magic world of fun for your family
13 km away from Bardolino Via Derna 4, Castelnuovo del Garda (VR)
Thermal baths and wellness centres
The perfect place to restore yourself through the healthy properties of thermal water and to cope with stress through sauna, Turkish bath and water massage.
Gardacqua Wellness & Spa
Fun and relaxation with swimming pools surrounded by olive trees. 5 km away from Bardolino Via Cirillo Salaorni, 10 Garda (VR)
Villa dei Cedri A natural spa with thermal lakes, water massage and fountains. 6 km away from Bardolino Piazza di Sopra, 4 Colà di Lazise (VR)
Aquardens Thermal water tubs and a whole village full of outdoor saunas. 16 km away from Bardolino Via Valpolicella, 63 Pescantina (VR)
Aquaria Thermal SPA An oasis of health surrounded by a wide park. 30 km away from Bardolino Piazza Don A. Piatti 1, Sirmione (BS)
Nature and adventure
A huge selection of places dedicated to those who love pure nature, animals, gardens in flower and adventures.
Sea life Aquarium A journey among sea creatures such as jellyfishes and sharks. 13 km away from Bardolino Via Derna 4,Castelnuovo del Garda (VR)
Parco Natura Viva A natural zoological garden with a Safari Park which also carries out European projects for the protection of endangered species. 14 km away from Bardolino Località Quercia, Bussolengo (VR)
Jungle Adventure Park Adventurous routes hanging on ropes and high speed Zipline. 15 km away from Bardolino Via Pineta Sperane, 37010 San Zeno di Montagna (VR)
Parco Giardino Sigurtà An amazing natural park with coloured flowers, small lakes and a labyrinth. 26 km from Bardolino Via Cavour, 1, 37067 Valeggio Sul Mincio (VR)
Parco delle Cascate Sparkling waterfalls along a path surrounded by rocks and woods. 32 km away from Bardolino Via Bacilieri 1, Molina di Fumane, (VR)
Shopping centers
What if it’s raining? You can have a walk at the Shopping Center; the closest ones are:
Grand’Affi Shopping Center Shops of all kind; open every day, from Monday to Sunday. 9 km away from Bardolino Località Canove, 1 Affi (VR)
La Grande Mela Shoppingland A lot of shops with cinema, bowling and baby area at the first floor. 20 km away from Bardolino Via Trentino 1, Sona (VR)