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May 21, 2026
Sirmione, Lake Garda, Italy

Julianna & Kristopher

Travel

Please book your flights and accommodations early—Sirmione is a popular spot, so both flights and hotel rooms fill up fast. Ensuring you secure your travel and stay as soon as possible will help you avoid sold-out dates and higher rates later on. We recommend flying into Milan.

Flight

Flying into Milan

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) – Non-stop options and generally cheapest Taxi or Car Service to Sirmione: ~2–2.5 hrs | €220–280 Train + Taxi/Bus: Malpensa Express to Milan Centrale (50 min), train to Desenzano (~1–1.5 hrs), then taxi or bus (15–20 min) | ~2.5–3 hrs total | €25–45 for train/bus + taxi fare Ferry Option: From Desenzano, 20 min ferry to Sirmione’s old town | €3–10

Flight

Flying into Rome

From Rome (FCO – Fiumicino Airport) Private Car / Taxi Service: About 4.5–5 hours depending on traffic, cost can be €500+ one way for a private transfer. Convenient and comfortable, especially with luggage. Train: Take the Leonardo Express train from FCO to Roma Termini (~30 min), then a high-speed train (Frecciarossa or Italo) to Desenzano del Garda–Sirmione (usually with 1 change in Verona or Brescia). Total travel time is about 4–5 hours. From Desenzano, take a taxi (~20 min, €25–€35) or a ferry (~20 min, scenic ride) into Sirmione.

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Flying into Florence

From Florence (FLR – Amerigo Vespucci Airport) Private Car / Taxi Service: About 2.5–3 hours driving time, cost can be €350–€450 one way for a private transfer. Train: Take the T2 tram (about 20 min, €1.50) or taxi (about 15 min, €22) from Florence Airport to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station. From there, take a high-speed train to Desenzano del Garda–Sirmione (usually 1 change in Milan or Verona). Travel time is about 2.5–4 hours. From Desenzano, take a taxi (~20 min, €25–€35) or ferry (~20 min) into Sirmione.

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Flying into Venice

Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) – Alternative option Taxi or Car Service: ~2.5–3 hrs | €250–300 Train + Taxi/Bus: Bus to Venezia Mestre (20–30 min), train to Desenzano or Peschiera (~2 hrs), then taxi or bus (15–20 min) | ~2.5–3 hrs total | €25–40 for train/bus + taxi fare Ferry Option: From Desenzano, 20 min ferry to Sirmione’s old town | €3–10

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Flying into Verona

Verona Airport (VRN) – Closest to Sirmione, multiple layovers and more expensive Taxi or Car Service: ~30–40 min | €60–80 Train + Taxi/Bus: Aerobus to Verona Porta Nuova (15 min), train to Desenzano or Peschiera (20 min), then taxi or bus (15–20 min) | ~1 hr total | €15–25 for train/bus + taxi fare Ferry Option: From Desenzano, 20 min ferry to Sirmione’s old town | €3–10

Hotel

Crocus Apartments

18 Via Vittorio Emanuele, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Apartments with kitchen facilities. Approx. €70–€120/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 6–11 min To Ceremony: 4–7 min To Reception: 4–7 min

Hotel

Aqva Boutique Hotel

4 Via XXV Aprile, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Boutique hotel with wellness amenities. Approx. €150–€300/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 5–9 min To Ceremony: 3–6 min To Reception: 3–6 min

Hotel

Flaminia

8 Piazza Flaminia, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Lakefront hotel with scenic views. Approx. €90–€160/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 7–12 min To Ceremony: 5–8 min To Reception: 5–8 min

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Hotel Eden

17 Piazza Giosuè Carducci, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Quiet boutique hotel near the historic center. Approx. €110–€180/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 6–10 min To Ceremony: 4–7 min To Reception: 4–7 min

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Hotel Serenella

1 Via Punta Staffalo, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Hotel with easy access to local shops and dining. Approx. €60–€110/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 8–13 min To Ceremony: 6–9 min To Reception: 6–9 min

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Hotel Mavino

17 Via Giuseppe Piana, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Hotel with a great central location near historic sites. Approx. €100–€160/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 4–7 min To Ceremony: 2–4 min To Reception: 2–4 min

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Hotel Olivi

5 Via San Pietro in Mavino, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Boutique hotel with a spa and garden. Approx. €200–€350/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 8–13 min To Ceremony: 6–9 min To Reception: 6–9 min

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Hotel degli Oleandri

Via Dante, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Lakeside hotel. Approx. €100–€170/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 7–12 min To Ceremony: 5–8 min To Reception: 5–8 min

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Villa Cortine

2 Viale Gennari, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Lakeside Relais & Châteaux with stunning gardens. Approx. €350–€700/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 5–10 min To Ceremony: 3–6 min To Reception: 3–6 min

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Hotel Ideal Sirmione

31 Via Caio Valerio Catullo, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Hotel in a convenient location. Approx. €70–€130/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 6–11 min To Ceremony: 4–7 min To Reception: 4–7 min

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Grand Hotel Terme

7 Viale Guglielmo Marconi, Sirmione, Lombardia 25019, Italy
 

Spa hotel with wellness facilities, thermal pools, and lake views. Approx. €300–€500/night Walking Distance: To Rehearsal: 7–12 min To Ceremony: 5–8 min To Reception: 5–8 min