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How to book a taxi in Riva del Garda
Updated: July 13, 2026 · Province of TN
To book a taxi in Riva del Garda, call the radio taxi at 0464 557044. Taxis don't stop on the street: you book them or catch one at a taxi rank.
In Riva del Garda, the simplest way to find a taxi is to call one of the local cooperatives that cover the Alto Garda area directly: Taxi Alto Garda, Garda Trentino Taxi and Radio Taxi Garda Lake all operate between Riva, Arco, Torbole and the surrounding municipalities, with service running almost round-the-clock during the tourist season. In the town centre there are staffed taxi ranks during peak hours, but given the strong seasonality linked to windsurfing, sailing and lake tourism, especially in summer it's advisable to book ahead by phone or through the operators' websites. Since 2026 Uber has also arrived, but only in the Uber Black/NCC tier with a limited number of cars, not as a cheap alternative to traditional taxis. For transfers to Verona airport or other cities in Northern Italy, local operators offer transfers by reservation with a personalised quote.
Call the radio taxi
0464 557044 Taxi Alto Garda Soc. Coop.
0464 350708 Garda Trentino Taxi
0464 7464 Radio Taxi Garda Lake
Apps to call a taxi in Riva del Garda
| Uber — Since June 2026 Uber has been active in Alto Garda, but only in the Uber Black/NCC (chauffeur-driven) tier: a sedan and a van are operating, run by the same operator that already offers the service in Bolzano. UberX is not available: fares are those of a premium chauffeur-driven hire, not a metered taxi, and vehicles must be booked in advance through the app. | Available |
| FreeNow — The app is active in over 150 Italian cities, but no taxi cooperative in Riva del Garda or Alto Garda appears to be connected to the network: opening the app in the area shows no available cars. | Not available |
| itTaxi — itTaxi covers Trento and several cities in Northern Italy, but no operator in Riva del Garda, Arco or Torbole appears to be affiliated with the national network. | Not available |
| Wetaxi — No taxi cooperative from Garda Trentino (Riva del Garda, Arco, Torbole) was registered with Wetaxi at the time of checking. | Not available |
| appTaxi — The official page listing the cities served by appTaxi does not include any municipality in Trentino-Alto Adige: coverage stops at Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. | Not available |
| BTaxi — No taxis or references to Riva del Garda or Garda Trentino appear in BTaxi's coverage. | Not available |
| InTaxi — InTaxi is active with Radio Taxi Trento, but among the more than 70 cities listed on the official website, Riva del Garda, Arco and Torbole do not appear. | Not available |
| Alto Adige Taxi Südtirol — The app connects the radio taxi dispatch centres of Bolzano and Merano, both in the province of Bolzano/Alto Adige. Riva del Garda is located in Trentino, outside the area covered by this app. | Not available |
Taxi from the airport
Aeroporto Valerio Catullo di Verona-Villafranca (VRN) · ~85 km from the center
There is no fixed, agreed fare for the transfer to Verona airport: local taxis and NCC (chauffeur-driven hire car) operators (Garda Trentino Taxi, Taxi Alto Garda) apply out-of-town rates by quote, calculated on the meter or agreed in advance by phone. The same operators also run transfers to Bergamo, Venice, Milan Linate/Malpensa, Munich and Innsbruck airports: it's always worth asking for a quote when you book.
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
The historic centre of Riva del Garda is a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL) active 24 hours a day, every day, monitored through electronic gates managed jointly with APM Alto Garda. Unauthorised access carries a fine of 83 euros (58 euros if paid within 5 days). Hotel guests may enter for luggage loading/unloading by having the accommodation register the number plate with the local police; taxis authorised for non-scheduled public transport service are permitted access as part of their work.
Practical tips
- In high season (June-September), with the peak influx of windsurfers, sailors and tourists heading to the Bastione or the Rocca, taxis may have longer waiting times: book at least 30-60 minutes in advance, especially for the evening trip back from restaurants.
- The historic centre of Riva del Garda is a Limited Traffic Zone active 24 hours a day with electronic gates: if you're staying in the centre, check with your hotel about the procedure for luggage loading/unloading access.
- For transfers to Torbole and Arco, a popular destination for windsurfing and climbing, both Garda Trentino Taxi and Taxi Alto Garda cover the entire Alto Garda area directly without any particular out-of-town surcharges.
- Uber is only present as Uber Black/NCC with very few vehicles: for a traditional metered taxi, it's still best to call the local cooperatives directly.
- For Verona airport or longer routes to Bergamo, Venice or Milan, always ask for a phone quote: there are no published fixed fares for these out-of-town routes.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a taxi from Verona airport to Riva del Garda cost?
There is no fixed fare: local operators use the meter or an agreed quote for the roughly 85 km out-of-town route. It's best to call ahead and ask for an estimate, specifying the exact pick-up point and the number of passengers/bags.
Where are the taxi ranks in Riva del Garda?
Taxis park at the authorised ranks in the town centre, near the lakefront and the bus station. During summer peak hours, however, it's advisable to phone or book through the operator, as the cars waiting at the ranks aren't always enough to meet tourist demand.
Does Uber work in Riva del Garda?
Yes, but only in the Uber Black/NCC chauffeur-driven version, active since June 2026 with a limited number of vehicles (a sedan and a van). UberX is not available, so fares are those of a premium chauffeur-driven hire rather than a metered taxi.
Can taxis enter the ZTL in Riva del Garda's historic centre?
The historic centre of Riva del Garda is a Limited Traffic Zone active 24 hours a day, monitored via electronic gates. Authorised taxis can access it for non-scheduled public transport service; for hotel luggage, it's still advisable to have the accommodation register the number plate with the local police.
Can you pay for a taxi by card in Riva del Garda?
Yes: both Taxi Alto Garda and Garda Trentino Taxi accept card and POS payments on board, as well as cash.
Nearby cities
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