Largo Goethe, Sirmione

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Sirmione: Village Highlights Walking & Lake Garda Boat Tour

Sirmione: Village Highlights Walking & Lake Garda Boat Tour

Meet your guide outside the walls of Sirmione, where your adventure begins. After a brief introduction, get ready for an immersive experience as you set sail on a boat tour, cruising along the peninsula and soaking up the awe-inspiring sceneries of Lake Garda and the enchanting town of Sirmione. Marvel at the ancient Roman villa, Grotte di Catullo, and admire the fascinating thermal springs that emerge from the heart of the lake. The adventure doesn't end there! After this waterborne introduction, follow your knowledgeable guide as you step through the ancient drawbridge of the castle walls, venturing into the captivating streets of Sirmione. Discover hidden secrets, unravel intriguing stories, and listen to the whispers of ancient legends that echo through this charming village. After the tour we suggest you enjoy some free time for shopping or indulging in a delicious gelato at one of the many gelaterias in the center.

Sirmione: Lake Garda Boat, Grotte di Catullo & Walking Tour

Sirmione: Lake Garda Boat, Grotte di Catullo & Walking Tour

Meet your guide and then board a boat. Next, set off on a scenic cruise of the Sirmione Peninsula and marvel at the picturesque views of Lake Garda. After this, get off the boat and go on a relaxing walking tour through the charming streets of Sirmoine, famous for its thermal baths. Stroll through the quaint alleys and soak up the vibrant atmosphere with free time to explore. Buy some gelato while you are here. Reconnect with the guide to enter the Grotte di Catullo, an archaeological site that contains the ruins of an ancient Roman villa. Go back in time to learn the history.

Sirmione: Grotte di Catullo Archeological Tour

Sirmione: Grotte di Catullo Archeological Tour

Meet your guide in front of the entrance to the Grotte di Catullo archaeological park , where our captivating tour begins. Step inside and immerse yourself in the wonders of a place that was once a lavish and luxurious villa overlooking Lake Garda. This site holds a fascinating history and is located on the most beautiful and sought-after spot, at the tip of a peninsula that stretches into the heart of the lake. Your guide will unveil the tales and legends of this magical place where the renowned poet Catullo composed many of his works. Inspired by the breathtaking panorama and the marvels of the lake, Catullo found the inspiration to create his masterpieces. Prepare to be enchanted as you explore the site, discovering the remnants of the opulent villa and envisioning the grandeur that once graced this location. The guide's narrative will transport you back in time, allowing you to relive the past and connect with the spirit of this extraordinary place.

Sirmione private tour: on the shores of lake Garda

Sirmione private tour: on the shores of lake Garda

The guided tour of Sirmione will take you on a walk in its historic center among many curiosities, important monuments and panoramic views of the beaches on the clear waters of Lake Garda. It starts from one of the most evocative and characteristic points of Sirmione, crossing the drawbridge of the imposing Scaliger Castle, the only access point to the historic center of the village. The Castle built in the 14th century by the Scala family who controlled nearby Verona, is one of the best preserved castles in Italy and is surrounded on all four sides by the waters of the lake, a true architectural jewel on the picturesque fortified Darsena and the boats of the fishermen who color it. Crossing the fortress we continue with a visit to the Church of S. Maria della Neve or Santa Maria Maggiore, the main church of the village built in the 1400s and with stunning paintings inside and a wooden statue of the Madonna Enthroned from the same period. We stroll through the streets of the village characterized by colorful houses and many souvenir shops, boutiques, bars and restaurants where you can taste the goodness of the lake, up to the most popular spa center on Lake Garda that we will visit outdoors. In fact, Sirmione is well known for its late 19th century Baths generated by a source of hot water that comes directly from the bottom of the lake and offers benefits for the whole body. The tour continues admiring a stately villa renamed Maria Callas' House where the queen of opera used to stay for her holidays in the fifties; she talked about it in several interviews saying she fell in love with this place on the lake for the peace and quiet. A few steps away we find the park dedicated to her and the characteristic Church of San Pietro in Mavino dating back to the 1300s in Romanesque style and built in one of the highest and most panoramic points of the village. On the other side of the village, however, we can admire the Beach of Blondes, another very popular beach with a beautiful pier for a panoramic view of the lake and we finish the guided tour along the panoramic pedestrian street called the Walk of the Muses which takes us back to the heart of the village.

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