What should I pack for Lake Garda?

What should I pack for Lake Garda? If you do not like rocks and stones at the beach, bring a pair of rubber water shoes and if you love extreme sports pack your wet suit and proper equipment. At night it is usually warm; however, it is advisable to take a light jacket, pullover or sweater, especially if air conditioning bothers you.

Is it safe to swim in Lake Garda?

There may be no ocean, but the lake itself offers some wonderful beaches for swimming and sunbathing in the Italian summer sunshine. Here are six of the best. Spiaggia Tifu in the historic town of Limone sul Garda offers safe swimming and plenty of amenities like bars and pizzerias.

Where to avoid on Lake Garda?

Sirmione is probably the main destination for tourists visiting Lake Garda, and on the southern tip of the Lake there are too many campsites and with the Gardaland water theme park avoid this area in the summer months, as traffic can be horrendous.

Can you drink tap water in Garda?

Water : tap water is drinkable although the high mineral content means it has a taste we're not used to. Bottled water is readily available and cheaper than back home.

What food is Lake Garda famous for?

With regard to the latter, among the most famous dishes to be tasted on Lake Garda are risotto with trinca, pasta with lake sardines, grilled fish such as perch or lavaret, and pike in sauce with polenta. Let's not forget the famous fish soup: a speciality much appreciated by locals and tourists alike.

Is it expensive to eat out in Lake Garda?

You can eat as cheaply or expensively as you want, generally pasta dishes start around €7/8, the same for basic pizzas. Jugs of house wine start around €5 or you pay mid teens upwards for bottles of wine. Many restaurants offer fixed price menus for around €16 for two courses.

Do you need mosquito repellent in Lake Garda?

Besides checking the ferry schedule beforehand, and buying a day pass, I would also suggest keeping bug spray on you! The mosquitoes in the summer around here are very, VERY large.

Is Lake Garda more beautiful than Lake Como?

As compared to Lake Como, Lake Garda is less refined, but in a mystifying and wild way that makes you feel like automatically relaxed amongst the hues of greens, blues and wooden accents. Even the towns and villages sprinkling the shoreline are far more subtle and more traditionally Italian than Lake Como.

Should I get euros before I go to Italy?

Resist the urge to buy foreign currency before your trip. Some tourists feel like they just have to have euros or British pounds in their pockets when they step off the airplane, but they pay the price in bad stateside exchange rates. Wait until you arrive to withdraw money.

Are mosquitoes bad in Lake Garda?

Hi, very generally speaking, they are usually more of a problem in the southern part of the lake than the north where it's breezier, but they can still be an issue wherever you are. It's better to take repellent with you.

What is the prettiest place on Lake Garda?

One of the most beautiful, most famous, and most visited towns of Lake Garda is certainly Limone del Garda, on the Brescian coast, 35km from the town of Salò and 9.5km from Riva del Garda, built along the 45 bis Western Gardesana Highway.

Is Lake Garda walkable?

With its undulating territory and many areas of outstanding natural beauty, Lake Garda is an extraordinary destination for anyone who enjoys trekking, excursions and walks, whether short or long, in the mountains, hills or on the plains.

Is Lake Garda safe at night?

Lake Garda is generally safe at night, as long as you take the usual precautions.

Do you need cash in Lake Garda?

Money and credit cards Since Italy belongs to the Common European Market and European Union, the currency is Euro. Visitors should make sure they have a credit or a debit card while at Lake Garda, as most hotels, restaurants and shops accept Maestro, Mastercard or VISA as means of payment.

Why is Lake Garda so famous?

Lake Garda is Italy's largest lake nestled between Venice and Milan. The lake is known for its stunning scenery, beautiful towns, incredible food, and excellent wine.

What clothes to wear on Lake Garda?

If you decide to come in summer we advise you to take fresh and light clothes. Prefer casual and simple items that you can use in different situations and do not forget your sunglasses, at least two swimsuits, a beach towel, a hat to protect from the sun, flip flops, sunscreen and mosquito repellent.

Do you tip in Lake Garda?

Generally no-one will expect you to leave anything more than a few euros or even just round up the bill to an easy amount, e.g. if the bill is €28 then round up to €30. Scozzese is right.... Please, no more than a very few euros. Service (evidenced or not) is always included in the final bill.

Do you need water shoes in Lake Garda?

You should then pack comfortable clothes and sneakers if you decide to take a walk, hike or visit the many nature parks and amusement parks of the area. If you do not like rocks and stones at the beach, bring a pair of rubber water shoes and if you love extreme sports pack your wet suit and proper equipment.

Is it better to carry cash or card in Italy?

In Italy, cash is still preferred in most restaurants, cafes and other establishments, although credit and debit cards are becoming more widely used throughout Italy and are an increasingly convenient way to pay for things. Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted, although American Express is not.