Sirmione

Sirmione juts into Lake Garda on a narrow peninsula, offering visitors a blend of history, relaxation, and natural beauty. The town is dominated by the Scaliger Castle, a 13th-century fortress surrounded by water, complete with drawbridge and crenellated towers. Walking through the cobbled streets, you'll find boutique shops, gelaterias, and cafes. The thermal baths at the tip of the peninsula, fed by sulfur-rich springs, have been popular since Roman times. The Grotte di Catullo, ruins of a Roman villa, provide panoramic lake vistas. Sirmione's compact size makes it easy to explore on foot, and its lakeside promenades are perfect for a leisurely stroll. The town's unique position means you're never far from the water, with beaches and boat rentals available.

Don't miss

• Scaliger Castle – a moated medieval fortress with towers and a drawbridge
• Grotte di Catullo – extensive Roman villa ruins with lake views
• Thermal baths – relax in sulfur-rich waters at Aquaria or Terme di Sirmione
• Lakeside promenade – scenic walk along the peninsula's edge
• Historic center – narrow streets with shops and cafes

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Sirmione

Cheapest way inLake Garda Mini Cruise: Sirmione Peninsula4.6★ · 487 travelers25 minutesFree cancellationFrom$14 per personSee dates →Best full dayFrom Verona: Lake Garda and Sirmione Day Tour with Cruise4.6★ · 387 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$150 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleLake Garda Sunset Cruise from Sirmione with Prosecco4.9★ · 102 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$232 per personSee dates →