From Verona to Gardaland: How to Visit the Park – Tickets, Hours and Top Attractions

Gardaland is without a doubt the most famous amusement park in Italy, as well as the most visited in the country. Located in the province of Verona, near the stunning Lake Garda, it is the perfect place to relive your childhood and spend a full day enjoying thrilling rides, shows, and areas designed specifically for children.
But how do you get to Gardaland from Verona? Here’s everything you need to know.

Where It’s Located and How to Get There

Gardaland amusement park is located between Castelnuovo del Garda and Lazise, in the province of Verona. The nearest airport is Verona’s Valerio Catullo Airport, about 20 km away, while Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport is less than 100 km away. From anywhere in Northern Italy, it is also easily accessible by car via the A4 Milan-Venice motorway.

• By car: Via the A4 Milan-Venice motorway, exit at Peschiera del Garda. From Verona via SR11 (25 km, 35 min), from Venice via A4/E70 (142 km, 1 h 45 min), from Milan via A4 (138 km, 1 h 50 min) – Driving directions;
• By train: Gardaland is 2 km from Peschiera del Garda train station, well-connected to Verona and other cities by Trenitalia, Italo, and Trenord. From the train station, there is a free shuttle service to the park entrance (departures every 30 min);
• By bus: From Verona, you can take direct line 164 from Piazza Bra Arena to Gardaland (50 min, average cost €2.00). Alternatively, you can reach Gardaland with FlixBus (costs vary depending on departure city). If your city is not directly connected to the park, first travel to Verona;
• By taxi: From Verona, the average journey time is 30 min, with an average cost of €45.00;
• From Hotel San Marco: Located on Via Baldassarre Longhena in Verona. It’s less than 10 minutes on foot to the Corso Milano/Circonvallazione B stop, where you can take the line 164 bus directly to Gardaland (40 min). Alternatively, drive via Str. Bresciana and SR11 (21 km, 35 min).

Opening Hours

Gardaland is open during the warm season, generally almost daily from May to September, and on weekends in months like March, April, October, and November. Special openings include Gardaland Magic Winter from mid-December to early January, Oktoberfest in late September, and Gardaland Magic Halloween between October and November. The park opens at 10:00 AM, during Magic Winter at 10:30 AM, and closing times vary depending on the season, usually between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM, and sometimes until midnight for special events.

Ticket Prices

• 1-day/1-park ticket: Full €48.00 - Reduced €44.00
• 2-day/1-park ticket: Full €56.00 - Reduced €51.00
• 1-day/2-parks ticket: Full €53.00 - Reduced €49.00
• Offers and vacation packages: Starting from €360.00. For more details, visit the official website
• Family Packages (hotel + tickets): Starting from €360.00. For more details, visit the official website

* Reductions are available for children up to 10 years old, seniors over 60, military personnel, self-sufficient disabled visitors, and caregivers for non-self-sufficient disabled visitors.
Free admission for children under 1 meter in height.

Useful Tips for Visiting Gardaland

Foto di Maza89. Gardaland is Italy's most visited amusement park, and to make the most of your day, it's important to choose the right time to visit! We recommend avoiding August and summer weekends as the queues can be extremely long. The ideal time to visit is during the week.

Don’t miss the park's major events, such as Oktoberfest, Magic Halloween, and Magic Winter. These events also attract crowds, but not as large as in summer. For Magic Winter, we suggest avoiding weekends and opting for one of the weekday openings.

Plan to spend an entire day here, as there is so much to do! For lunch, avoid peak times between 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM when the queues are long. Instead, eat between 11:30 AM and 12:00 PM or after 2:00 PM to enjoy the rides with shorter waiting times.

1. Best time to visit: May, September, and weekdays during summer. If possible, avoid summer weekends and August. Late September is great for Oktoberfest, October for Magic Halloween, and late December for Magic Winter;
2. Best hours and days: Prefer weekdays and arrive at least 30 minutes before the park opens (the parking lot opens an hour before the park). Avoid summer weekends and August;
3. Recommended minimum time: A full day;
4. Download the official app: The Gardaland app lets you purchase tickets and access park information. Once inside, you’ll find maps, attraction details, restaurant options, shop information, and show schedules;
5. Skip the line: The Gardaland Express includes priority access to specific attractions. You can purchase passes for 13 attractions (€50.00) or 15 attractions (€90.00), both including a 20% discount at shops. Available on the official website;
6. What to wear: If visiting Gardaland in summer, bring a change of clothes as water rides can get you soaked! Always wear comfortable shoes as you’ll walk a lot. In winter, dress in layers but stay comfortable;
7. Family-friendly services: The park has nursery areas and amenities for children, especially in the Fantasy Kingdom area. Stroller rental is available, and the park provides wristbands for children, allowing parents to write their phone number in case the child gets lost;
8. Visitors with disabilities: Dedicated guides are available with all necessary information. These can be collected at the Welcome Desk at the entrance. More details are available in the official section of the website;
9. Pets: Pets are welcome in the park. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times, and large dogs must also wear a muzzle. While pets cannot access rides or shows, they are allowed in restaurants and shops;
10. First aid: The park has a first-aid station with medical staff available throughout the opening hours.

Gardaland Attractions and Shows

Gardaland is a theme park for everyone, from families with children to young people looking for fun and thrills. The park offers over 40 attractions divided into three main categories: Adventure, Adrenaline, and Fantasy.

The Fantasy attractions are designed for children and include areas like Fantasy Kingdom, home to rides like Prezzemolo’s House and Prezzemolo Magic Village, as well as the new Peppa Pig Land, dedicated to the Peppa Pig universe. The Adventure attractions focus on adventure and include the recent Jumanji ride, along with classics like Fuga da Atlantide, Mammut, Jungle Rapids, and Colorado Boat. Finally, the Adrenaline attractions feature iconic rides like Blue Tornado, Oblivion, Raptor, and the Shaman roller coasters.

In addition to the rides, the park hosts many themed shows and performances every day. The day starts with a show, Welcome to Gardaland, held at the entrance shortly before opening. You’ll find shows for children, such as Meet & Greet Peppa Pig or the 44 Cats Circus Show, as well as performances for older audiences, like those at the Gardaland Theatre. During special openings like Magic Halloween or Magic Winter, don’t miss the spectacular themed shows.

Gardaland SEA LIFE Aquarium

By purchasing a combined ticket, you can also visit two smaller parks: the Gardaland SEA LIFE Aquarium and the LEGOLAND® Water Park Gardaland.

The Gardaland SEA LIFE Aquarium is Gardaland's aquarium, where you can marvel at over 5,000 marine animals, walk through an ocean tunnel filled with breathtaking species, and learn fascinating facts about the sea and ocean. It’s an interactive experience, perfect for kids! The aquarium is located right next to the park and is easily accessible on foot through the parking lot.

LEGOLAND® Water Park Gardaland

The LEGOLAND® Water Park Gardaland is the new Lego-themed water park, designed exclusively for families. It’s located within Gardaland, so you must also purchase a park ticket to enter.

Open only during the warmer months, the water park features pools, slides, and various activities. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult, and another important rule is that adults over 18 can only enter as companions to children under 12.

Where to Stay

The best option is to stay near Gardaland, especially if you plan to combine your visit to the park with trips to Lake Garda and Verona.

And in Verona, you’ll find our Hotel San Marco, a 4-star hotel offering top-notch services, including a wellness center with a pool, fitness room, restaurant, and private parking, making it ideal if you’re traveling to Verona by car.

Our hotel boasts an excellent location: it’s just 2 km from the Verona Arena, a 30-minute walk. Reaching Gardaland is also very simple: by car, it takes just 30 minutes, or you can walk to the line 164 bus stop, which is only a 10-minute walk from the hotel and goes directly to Gardaland.