Castelnuovo del Garda combines family-friendly attractions with a stunning setting on Lake Garda. An enormous amusement park complete with a waterpark and aquarium draws crowds of holidaymakers to Castelnuovo del Garda. Head to the Lake Garda shoreline to stroll around flower-filled resorts and relax at beachfront lidos.
Things to do in Castelnuovo del Garda
Discover fun for the whole family at Gardaland Resort. It’s one of the biggest amusement parks in Italy and features stomach-flipping roller coasters, live entertainment and themed dining venues. Race down colourful slides at Legoland® Waterpark and explore vibrant underwater ecosystems at SEA LIFE Aquarium.
Meet tigers, giraffes and hippos at Parco Natura Viva. The safari park sprawls across more than 40 hectares and features spacious enclosures where you can see animals from around the world. In addition to a self-drive safari, the park features a family-friendly walking trail where you can see Australian kangaroos, Madagascan lemurs and South Asian snow leopards.
Swim, sunbathe and top up your tan on the banks of Lake Garda. Beachfront lidos dot the shoreline and rent sun loungers and umbrellas. Order Italian cocktails like Aperol Spritz and Negronis straight to your sun lounger. Splash in the shallows or wade out to deeper water.
From family-run pizzerias with chequered tablecloths to rustic trattorias decorated with dried herbs and jars of preserved lemons, you’ll find a wide variety of dining options in Castelnuovo del Garda. Sip aperitivos on a sun-drenched terrace and treat yourself to scoops of colourful gelato.
Getting around Castelnuovo del Garda
Castelnuovo del Garda is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is in the Province of Verona, a 10-minute drive from the resort town of Peschiera del Garda and 1.5 hours from Venice and Milan. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Castelnuovo del Garda and explore the region at your own pace. Milan Malpensa Airport is a two-hour drive away.