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Visit Lake Garda and Brescia with the Audiogiro audio-guided tour!
Immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of Desenzano, Peschiera, Salò, Sirmione, Gardone, Riva, Brescia and many other stops: you can choose between 4 tours (30, 37, 65 or 100 minutes) to discover all the major locations on Lake Garda with the voice of an advanced digital guide. All texts were checked by a historical consultant before publication.
Start the tour from the point you prefer: you will always know where you are, thanks to the geolocation of our navigation map. If you prefer offline listening, remember to download the audio tracks in advance.
Within 24 hours you will receive a link from us to redeem the minutes for the audio-guided tour. After that, all you have to do is start exploring the map. No need to download external apps!
Description
Stop At: Desenzano Del Garda, Desenzano Del Garda
In addition to its strategic position and excellent motorway and railway network, the city offers many attractions to the tens of thousands of tourists who visit and stay there every year. Desenzano is characterized by its narrow and sloping streets, being built close to the morainic hills, but above all by its iconic lakeside promenade.
Duration: 1 minute
Pass By: Castello di Desenzano, Via Castello, Desenzano Del Garda 25015
The interior of the castle is composed of a large courtyard, used in summer as a stage for musical and theatrical performances. From the terrace below the entrance it is possible to enjoy an incredible view of Desenzano and the Brescia side of Lake Garda.
Stop At: Comune di Desenzano del Garda - Palazzo Todeschini, Via Porto Vecchio, 36, 25015 Desenzano del Garda BS, Italy
Municipal seat until the Seventies, the building is now used as a venue for conferences, conferences and art exhibitions. Right in front is the characteristic "old port" of Desenzano, present in historical sources since the Middle Ages and used, especially during the dominion of the Serenissima, for the trade of grain, which was unloaded right under the porticoes of Palazzo Todeschini.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Monumento agli A Cool Destinations i del Reparto Alta Velocita, 25015, Desenzano Del Garda
In Piazza Matteotti you can see a curious bronze monument, inaugurated in 1967 and dedicated to the a Cool Destinations s of the "High Speed Department". But what is he doing in Desenzano? Find out with this audio guide!
Duration: 1 minute
Pass By: Museo Civico Archeologico Giovanni Rambotti, Via Anelli, Chiostro di Santa Maria de Senioribus, Desenzano Del Garda 25015
The museum is spread over two floors and focuses on the prehistoric era, with the most important findings coming from the Lavagnone pile-dwelling site, a UNESCO heritage site.
Pass By: Villa Romana di Desenzano del Garda, Via Crocefisso, 22, 25015 Desenzano del Garda BS, Italy
The remains of the building, dating back to the first half of the 4th century AD, were discovered by chance in 1921, during the laying of the foundations of a house. The exact owner of the villa is not known, but it is possible that he was Flavius Magnus Decentius, brother of the emperor Magnentius and from whose name the term Desenzano also derives.
Pass By: Torre di San Martino, Via Torre, 2, San Martino della Battaglia 25015
Get ready: to climb the tower you need to go down an inclined spiral ramp... more than 400 meters long! But the tower is not the only thing that can be visited; behind, in fact, there is also the museum, where numerous artefacts from the Risorgimento era are preserved. Finally, you cannot miss a stop at the ossuary, located at the end of the tree-lined avenue, outside the tower park.
Stop At: Peschiera del Garda, Peschiera del Garda
It is difficult to describe Peschiera del Garda as a simple town on the Verona side of the lake. Its position, in fact, right at the mouth of the Mincio river and with connections to the main railway and motorway arteries, makes it one of the most interesting destinations on the lake.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Peschiera del Garda- UNESCO Venetian Fortress, Via Mantova, 23, Peschiera del Garda 37019
It is impossible not to visit the fortress of Peschiera, given that the historic center is, in fact, located inside it. This imposing construction, one of a kind on Lake Garda, is in fact a true fortified citadel, which has kept its features as a defensive bulwark unchanged.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Sirmione, Sirmione
There are many reasons why Sirmione remains in the hearts of those who visit it: the imposing Scaliger Castle that welcomes you at the entrance, the thermal waters of the lake, the Caves of Catullus...
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: Castello Scaligero di Sirmione, P.za Castello, 34, 25019 Sirmione BS, Italy
Although clearly visible from afar, you can admire it very well by entering the historic center of Sirmione, through its monumental door. I recommend a visit to the imposing keep that dominates it, 37 meters high: the view you can enjoy from the top is certainly the most beautiful in all of Sirmione.
Pass By: Grotte di Catullo, Piazza Orti Manara 4, Sirmione 25019
Although the name of the place itself is linked to the famous Veronese poet, this is an attribution linked more to tradition than to actual historical sources. However, we know that Catullus, in his Carme XXXI, celebrated Sirmione as a jewel among all the islands and peninsulas of the seas and lakes and certainly stayed there.
Stop At: Lazise, Lazise
In addition to the castle and fortifications, of great historical importance, Lazise offers its visitors numerous beaches and proximity to two of the most famous amusement parks in Italy, Gardaland and Caneva Aquapark, as well as the Parco Natura Viva wildlife park.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Bardolino, Bardolino
In addition to precious historical and artistic testimonies, in the hamlets of Bardolino you can find interesting museums dedicated to the production of oil and the fish and ornithological species of Lake Garda. For lovers of lakeside walks, a ride on the Ferris wheel at the end of the town, 30 meters high, cannot be missed!
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Garda, Garda
In addition to the traces of the rich Lombard past, Garda is famous for Punta San Vigilio, the small peninsula that closes the gulf to the north-west and is home to the Baia delle Sirene, a natural park with a bathing beach.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Torri del Benaco, Torri del Benaco
This village, famous for its medieval fortifications, is also famous for the Tibetan bridge located in Pai di Sopra. The bridge is 34 meters long and crosses a gorge 45 meters deep... definitely not recommended for those who suffer from vertigo!
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Brenzone sul Garda, Brenzone sul Garda
While remaining a rather quiet area compared to other more touristy locations on Lake Garda, Brenzone offers numerous free beaches for those who practice water sports and a cycle/pedestrian path that reaches the municipality of Malcesine.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Malcesine, Malcesine
In Malcesine you can find everything: ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, excellent food... and there's no shortage of opportunities to play sports either!
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Nago-Torbole, Nago-Torbole
Discover the history and natural beauty of Nago Torbole with this audio guide, while immersing yourself in one of the most fascinating corners of Lake Garda.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Riva Del Garda, Riva Del Garda
During the Austro-Hungarian domination the city was the seat of the military flotilla and the surrounding areas were heavily fortified, to the point of constituting an impregnable bastion for the Italian army during the Great War. Many of these fortified structures are still present and constitute real tourist attractions.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Limone sul Garda, Limone sul Garda
The town of Limone is surrounded by its small port, which still allows you to breathe the atmosphere of the fishermen and their activities. Definitely worth visiting are the local lemon groves and the Garda cycle path, built overlooking the lake.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Tremosine sul Garda, Tremosine sul Garda
The Terrazza del Brivido is one of the most incredible panoramic points of Tremosine. From here you can admire an impressive view of Lake Garda, but also of Monte Baldo, which stands majestically in front of you.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Campione del Garda, Campione del Garda
The hamlet of Campione is famous for its centuries-old history, water sports and the San Michele stream, which flows here into Lake Garda. The church of Sant'Ercolano is also worth a visit, completely rebuilt in neoclassical style at the end of the 19th century.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Tignale, Tignale
If you are passing through Tignale, we recommend a visit to the Limonaia Pra dela Fam, one of the largest on Lake Garda. Also noteworthy is the Sanctuary of Montecastello, which stands on a limestone rock overlooking the lake.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Gargnano, Gargnano
Gargnano is famous for its lemon groves, which for centuries fueled the economy of the small town. Even today you can visit some of the most beautiful and ancient ones, such as the Trevisani and Gandossi lemon groves.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Toscolano-Maderno, Toscolano-Maderno
The naturalistic area of the Valle delle Cartiere is one of the main attractions of Toscolano Maderno and can be visited with a nice walk, also suitable for children, to admire the ruins of the ancient paper mills and visit the paper museum.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Gardone Riviera, Gardone Riviera
Famous above all for the Vittoriale degli Italiani and the Heller botanical garden, Gardone is a picturesque town where the history and culture of Central Europe have left an indelible mark.
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: Il Vittoriale degli Italiani, Via Al Vittoriale 12, Gardone Riviera 25083
The Vittoriale is both a national monument and a home, but also a real complex of buildings, as well as a park. Its history begins with the Cargnacco estate, rented and then purchased by Gabriele D'Annunzio in 1921...
Pass By: Giardino Botanico Fondazione André Heller, Via Roma, 2, 25088 Gardone Riviera BS, Italy
This incredible natural ecosystem was born from the work of Austrian botanist Arthur Hruska. The garden's current name is due to its current owner, the Austrian singer André Heller, who acquired it in 1988.
Stop At: Salo, Salo
In the center of the gulf of the same name, the beautiful lakeside promenade of Salò, full of historic buildings, allows you to enjoy a unique view of the lake, certainly one of the most evocative in the whole of Garda.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Puegnago sul Garda, Puegnago sul Garda
The "lakes" of Sovenigo, as they are affectionately called by the inhabitants of Puegnago, are three bodies of water of morainic origin which are often visited by tourists due to the abundant lotus flowering in the months of July and August. The area, of great natural beauty, is also regularly frequented by horse riding enthusiasts.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: San Felice del Benaco, San Felice del Benaco
Among the many wonders of San Felice, the promontory of San Fermo is certainly a jewel not to be missed. From here you can also see Isola del Garda, the largest in the entire lake and one of the symbols of the place.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Manerba del Garda, Manerba del Garda
The Rocca di Manerba is part of a large natural reserve of 114 hectares, created to preserve and protect the delicate lake ecosystem, with numerous species of birds and flowers typical of the Mediterranean scrub. From here it is possible to admire an incredible panorama of Lake Garda.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Soiano Del Lago, Soiano Del Lago
The castle of Soiano is in excellent conservation conditions: it is in fact possible to admire the surrounding walls, the keep and the bell tower. The large open space in front is still used for summer shows and events.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Moniga del Garda, Moniga del Garda
Close your eyes, listen to the gentle lapping of the lake and relax on the beaches of Moniga, while listening to the audio guide dedicated to this jewel of Garda.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Padenghe sul Garda, Padenghe sul Garda
Padenghe is dominated by the ancient castle, dating back to the 12th century. The current structure is the result of various strengthening works carried out over the centuries, while the internal structure was built later together with the fortified entrance.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Lonato del Garda, Lonato del Garda
Lonato shares several traits in common with many other towns on the lake, such as its origins dating back to the Bronze Age and the fortification works it has undergone over the centuries.
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: Fondazione Ugo Da Como, Via Rocca 2, Lonato del Garda 25017
The ancient House of the Podestà of Lonato was built in the mid-fifteenth century to house the representative of the Serenissima in Lonato. After the fall of the Republic of Venice and Austrian rule, the house, now in a state of abandonment, was purchased by the liberal deputy Ugo Da Como, who had it completely rebuilt and restored.
Pass By: Rocca di Lonato, Via della Rocca di Lonato, Lonato del Garda 25017
Built for defensive reasons, with a length of almost 180 meters and a width of 45 meters, the Rocca di Lonato del Garda is one of the most impressive structures of its kind in all of Lombardy.
Pass By: Museo Mille Miglia, Viale della Bornata 123, Brescia 25123
The Mille Miglia museum, located in the setting of the splendid former Benedictine monastery of Sant'Eufemia, is dedicated to the historic car race of the same name and is divided into nine time sections.
Pass By: Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo, Piazza Moretto 4, Palazzo Martinengo da Barco, Brescia 25121
The art gallery houses a vast artistic heritage, ranging from medieval art to the nineteenth century, including works by great masters such as Francesco Hayez and Antonio Canova. In particular, the section dedicated to Renaissance painting from Brescia is exceptional, with masterpieces by artists such as Romanino, Il Moretto and Giovanni Gerolamo Savoldo.
Pass By: Casa Museo - Ateneo di Brescia in Palazzo Tosio, Via Tosio 12, Brescia 25121
Palazzo Tosio is one of the most beautiful and significant historic buildings in Brescia. Of sixteenth-century origin, its current structure derives from the important reconstructions begun in the nineteenth century, which gave it the neoclassical appearance that can be admired today.
Pass By: Teatro Grande, Via Paganora 19/a, Brescia 25121
The Teatro Grande is not only the main and most important theater of Brescia, but also a national monument since 1912. In addition to this, since the seventies it has been one of the twenty-eight Italian theaters that the State has identified as theaters of tradition, recognizing their educational functions, social and cultural activities that take place there.
Stop At: Piazza della Vittoria, Piazza della Costituzione 1, Brescia 97019
For lovers of rationalism and 1930s architecture, this square is an unmissable visit. The entire space, in fact, was conceived between 1927 and 1932 as a single whole, by the architect and urban planner Marcello Piacentini.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Piazza Paolo VI, Piazza Paolo VI, Brescia
You are in a very particular square, the heart of the historic center of Brescia and famous for two cathedrals: the Old Cathedral and the New Cathedral.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Duomo Vecchio di Brescia, Piazza Paolo VI, Brescia 25121
The Old Cathedral is a characteristic building, whose circular structure immediately catches the eye. The name comes from the fact that it is next to the Duomo Nuovo.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Biblioteca Queriniana e il Palazzo vescovile, Piazza Martiri Belfiore, Brescia 25100
The most important library in Brescia takes its name from bishop Angelo Maria Querini, who commissioned its construction between 1746 and 1749, within the complex of the Bishop's Palace of Brescia.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Piazza della Loggia, Piazza della Loggia 1, Brescia 25121
The square was built to provide 11th century Brescia with an important public space, an element that was missing in the city. A special area was therefore identified and several buildings owned by the Municipality were demolished to make room for the modern square.
Duration: 3 minutes
Stop At: Chiesa di San Francesco d'Assisi, Via San Francesco d'Assisi 3/A, Brescia 25122
The church of San Francesco d'Assisi was built between 1254 and 1265, together with the adjoining convent, as a vote of the Brescian population to the saint of the same name, given that the conflict between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines had finally ceased in the city. The complex has survived practically intact to the present day.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Santuario di Santa Maria delle Grazie, Via delle Grazie 13, Brescia 25122
The Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie is a treasure chest of Baroque art in the city. Built at the beginning of the sixteenth century, it was significantly enriched with decorations and works in the following century, which gave it its majestic appearance today.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Castello di Brescia, Via del Castello 9, Brescia 25121
Arriving in Brescia, you cannot fail to have noticed the large size of a fortification that dominates the main town. This is the imposing castle, which occupies, with its complex, the entire top of the Cidneo hill.
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: Parco archeologico di Brixia romana, Via dei Musei, 55, 25121 Brescia BS, Italy
You find yourself in front of the largest Roman archaeological area in all of northern Italy. Together with the San Salvatore-Santa Giulia Monumental Complex, in 2011 this archaeological park became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Pass By: Museo di Santa Giulia, Via Dei Musei 81/b, Brescia 25121
The complex has undergone many transformations in its over a thousand years of history and its spaces contain finds and works ranging from the Bronze Age to the nineteenth century, mostly coming from Brescia and its province.
Schedule
- Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
- Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
- Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
- Duration: 30 to 100 minutes (Approx.)
- Departure Time:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Complete tour of Lake Garda
7/15/2024 - 9/27/2025
Short tour of Lake GardaMonday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
3/19/2024 - 9/27/2025
Complete tour of BresciaMonday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
7/15/2024 - 9/27/2025
Lake Garda + Brescia tourMonday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
7/15/2024 - 9/27/2025Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM - Return Details:
Lonato del Garda, 25017 Lonato del Garda, Province of Brescia, Italy
What's Included
- Professional audio guides recorded by an advanced digital voice
- Entrance to free attractions (e.g. Duomo)
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Transportation, parking, food/drinks
- Headphones or radio guides: Audiogiro audio guides can be listened to directly from your smartphone!
- Tickets for paid attractions (e.g. Vittoriale degli Italiani)
What To Bring
- Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
- Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
- A Smile!
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Within the next 24 hours of your booking, you will receive a link from us to redeem the minutes you purchased.
- Once the minutes purchased on our platform have been redeemed, all you have to do to listen to the audio guides is choose where to start from and look for it on the navigation map. All points will still be geolocated around you.
- To access places of worship, appropriate clothing is required. Failure to enforce this dress code may result in entry being denied.
- Remember to download the audio tracks beforehand, if you want to listen to them offline later.
- If you have minutes left over, you can use them until they run out with all the audio guides on our platform.
- Operated by Audiogiro
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.