Highlights
- Travel by train from Milan or any station in Lombardy to Desenzano del Garda
- Take a scenic boat cruise across Lake Garda from Desenzano to Salò
- Explore the elegant town of Salò and its beautiful lakeside promenade
- Visit the MuSa Museum and the temporary vintage exhibition Tourist!
- Enjoy train, boat, bus, and museum access with one ticket
Description
Discover the timeless elegance of Lake Garda with a curated day trip departing from Milan or any station in Lombardy. This seamless all in one package includes round trip train travel, a scenic boat cruise, bus transport, and entry to MuSa, Salò's premier art museum. Your adventure begins with a comfortable rail journey to Desenzano del Garda. From there, take a short walk to the pier and board a ferry to sail across the turquoise waters of Lake Garda, enjoying spectacular views of mountains reflecting on the water as you head toward Salò.
Once in Salò, immerse yourself in a town known for its refined lakeside promenade, historic palaces, and charming alleys. Your ticket grants you access to the MuSa, the Museum of Salò, housed inside the ancient convent of Santa Giustina. Explore a rich collection spanning from Roman times to the 20th century, featuring archaeological finds, paintings, and historical documents. Between April 26 and October 4 2026, you can also admire the temporary exhibition Tourist!, which details the birth of tourism on Lake Garda through drawings, photographs, posters, and vintage objects.
After a relaxing day filled with art, culture, and nature, catch a convenient ARRIVA bus to return to Desenzano del Garda. From there, hop back on the train for your return journey to Milan or another city in Lombardy, arriving back by evening after a completely stress free excursion.
Includes
Round trip train journey with Trenord from Milan or any station in Lombardy to Desenzano del Garda
Boat cruise with Navigazione Lago di Garda from Desenzano to Salò with the option to use the rapid service
Bus ride with ARRIVA from Salò to Desenzano del Garda on lines RLN204 and LN007
Entry ticket to the MuSa Museum including the temporary exhibition Tourist!
Audio guide in English, Italian and German for the permanent collection accessible via QR code
Opportunity to join 2 daily guided tours at 11.00 am for the permanent collection and 3.00 pm for the Tourist! exhibition available every day except Mondays and Tuesdays
Excludes
Anything not specified in the ‘What’s Included’ section
Important Information
- Take a train from Milan to Desenzano, then a boat to Salò. Walk 300 meters to MuSa museum open Tuesday to Sunday 10.00 to 18.00. Enjoy an included QR code audio guide or free guided tours at 11.00 am and 3.00 pm Wednesday to Sunday. Return to Desenzano by ARRIVA bus to catch your train back. This all in one ticket covers all transport and museum access for a seamless day trip
- Travel tip
- Travel from Milan or any station in Lombardy by reaching a station on the RE6 Verona Brescia Milano line. Take any train toward Verona and get off at Desenzano del Garda station. For example, the direct journey from Milan Central station takes approximately 82 minutes
- Visiting hours
- The MuSa Museum and its exhibitions are open during the following hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday: From 10.00 to 18.00
- Closed: Mondays
- Guided Tours: Permanent collection at 11.00 am and temporary exhibition at 3.00 pm available from Wednesday to Sunday
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
