01Sightseeing
SIRMIONE
Scaliger Castle & the old town
Enter Sirmione through its remarkable medieval castle, then wander the narrow streets, boutique shops and lively piazzas. A lovely place for an unhurried afternoon.
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OFF THE BIKE
LAKE GARDA
Long Italian lunches. Beautiful old towns. A little sightseeing, a lot of relaxation. Discover Sirmione and Peschiera del Garda when the day's cycling is done.
THE GOOD LIFE, ITALIAN STYLE
The ride is only part of the experience.
Our Lake Garda cycling break is about enjoying Italy as much as the miles. Based around Sirmione, with Peschiera del Garda nearby, there's plenty of time to find a café, explore historic streets, taste local wine or simply sit by the lake and watch the world go by.
🍝 Authentic Italian food🏰 Historic sights♨️ Thermal spa🍷 Lakeside aperitivo
EXPLORE AT YOUR OWN PACE
Things to do in Sirmione & Peschiera
Choose one or two highlights for a free afternoon, or make a full day of it. All attraction links open the relevant visitor information.
02Sightseeing
SIRMIONE
Grotte di Catullo
Discover the remains of a grand Roman villa at the tip of the peninsula, surrounded by olive trees and panoramic lake views.
EXPLORE THIS EXPERIENCE03Relaxation
SIRMIONE
Thermal spa & lakeside wellness
Swap your cycling kit for a spa afternoon. Enjoy thermal pools, wellness facilities and beautiful views across the lake at Terme di Sirmione.
EXPLORE THIS EXPERIENCE04Relaxation
SIRMIONE
Jamaica Beach & Lido delle Bionde
Find your favourite place by the water. Jamaica Beach is known for its pale rock shelves; Lido delle Bionde offers another lovely lakeside spot for a peaceful break.
EXPLORE THIS EXPERIENCE05Sightseeing
PESCHIERA DEL GARDA
The UNESCO fortress & canals
Explore the old fortified town, its Venetian walls, waterside bridges and canals. The historic centre is made for an easy wander and a long coffee stop.
EXPLORE THIS EXPERIENCE06Relaxation
PESCHIERA DEL GARDA
A gentle boat trip
See Peschiera from the water on a fortress-and-canal boat tour, or choose a scenic lake excursion and let someone else do the travelling.
EXPLORE THIS EXPERIENCE07Relaxation
PESCHIERA DEL GARDA
Lakeside promenade & aperitivo
Take a slow walk along the waterfront, settle into a café and enjoy an aperitivo as the light changes over the lake. No timetable required.
EXPLORE THIS EXPERIENCE08Food & drink
BOTH TOWNS
Long Italian lunches
Make time for handmade pasta, risotto, fresh lake fish and leisurely lunches. Look for a traditional trattoria a little away from the busiest waterfront spots.
EXPLORE THIS EXPERIENCE09Food & drink
BOTH TOWNS
Lugana wine, gelato & evening dining
Taste the local Lugana white wine, stop for a proper gelato and spend an evening enjoying Italian food in a relaxed piazza or beside the water.
EXPLORE THIS EXPERIENCEFOOD & DRINK
Eat well. Stay a while.
Around Lake Garda, the best moments often happen around a table. Take your time, order something local and enjoy the slower rhythm of an Italian evening.
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Traditional trattorias
Look out for fresh pasta, risotto, local cheeses and regional dishes. A long lunch is the perfect way to unwind after a ride.
EXPLORE LAKE GARDA ↗🐟
Fresh lake fish
Try local freshwater fish when it's on the menu, perhaps with seasonal vegetables and a glass of wine from the region.
DISCOVER PESCHIERA ↗🍷
Lugana wine & aperitivo
The southern shore is Lugana wine country. Enjoy a crisp local white, an aperitivo and the evening lake views.
DISCOVER SIRMIONE ↗NO RUSH. NO SCHEDULE.
The art of doing very little.
A coffee by the harbour. A quiet walk along the water. Gelato in the old town. A warm spa pool or a table with a lake view. You don't have to fill every hour to have a brilliant trip.
For the most enjoyable afternoons, leave some room for spontaneity — and check seasonal opening times before setting off.
Good to know
Sirmione: the historic peninsula is a lovely place to explore on foot, but can be busy at peak times.
Peschiera: the compact fortress centre and waterfront are ideal for a relaxed afternoon or evening.
Boat trips and spa visits: availability and opening hours can vary by season; booking ahead may be useful.
Peschiera visitor information ↗Sirmione visitor information ↗