Bardolino holidays, Italy

This is one of the bigger resorts on the south-eastern side of Lake Garda. The town is set around a pretty harbour and main square and lies between Garda to the north and Lazise to the south. It has a traffic-free centre where cosmopolitan cafes and restaurants with live music give the town a vibrant atmosphere at night, perfect for sampling the local wine. Find the best places to eat and drink on our restaurant and bars pages.

The lakeside promenade is lined with grass verges and small jetties and offers a scenic walk to neighbouring Garda and Lazise with numerous gelateria where you can pick up a fabulous ice cream to enjoy along the way. You can catch any number of hydrofoils and ferries from the harbour to explore Lake Garda and a bus service runs along the east coast.

The main events on Bardolino’s calendar are the wine festivals which bring a fantastic atmosphere to the lakeside and are a great way to soak up some local culture. The Chiaretto Rosé wine is celebrated in May and the famous Grape and Wine Festival in October. Even if you don’t visit during these festivals, you can go for a vineyard tour and wine tasting any time of year. For more details about what’s on, check out our Bardolino Events page.

The list of things to do here goes on and on... this is a brilliant place for cycling and walking with panoramic paths, vineyards and nearby villages to explore. There are numerous ways to enjoy the water too as well as attractions of all shapes and sizes – see our activities page to find out more.

The area has plenty to offer by way of culture and history with 11th and 12th century architecture and frescoes from the same period, evidence of Roman settlement and the sights of Lazise and Garda close by. Historic buildings include beautiful villas, palazzos and lovely old churches and historical dates and holy days are celebrated with festivals and parades throughout the year.

Food and wine have always been a huge part of life here - learn all about the town’s culinary heritage at the Olive Oil and Wine museums, go for tours and tastings and make sure you visit the traditional lakeside market to stock up on local produce – the weekly markets are a big part of Lake Garda life.

Find out more about the history of the town and local historical attractions on our Bardolino history page.