Verona, Italy

Verona

A Roman arena, river bridges and elegant piazzas.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Verona

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Roman Arena and the Piazza delle Erbe market square.
  2. AfternoonClimb the Lamberti Tower, then walk to Castel San Pietro for the view over the river.
  3. EveningSee an opera in the Arena in summer, or have dinner near the Piazza dei Signori.

Day 2

Visit Lake Garda or the Valpolicella wineries.

What to eat

Risotto all'Amarone and a glass of Valpolicella.

Local tips

Make the most of Verona

Beat the crowds

Juliet's balcony courtyard is packed from late morning; go at opening time or skip it. The Arena is busiest in the opera season in summer.

Best photo spot

Climb to the Castel San Pietro terrace for the view over the river and rooftops, best at sunset.

Getting there

The station is a 20-minute walk from the centre. The historic centre has restricted car access.

Don't miss nearby

Lake Garda's southern shore and the town of Sirmione are only 30 minutes away.

Good to know

A summer opera night in the Roman arena is unforgettable; bring a cushion for the stone seats. The city card covers many sights.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Verona

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Plan your visit

Getting to Verona

Getting there

  • Verona Airport (VRN)9 km away
  • Treviso Airport (TSF)95 km away
  • Padua70 km away
  • Ferrara85 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryItaly

Questions

Verona: good to know

Is Verona worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A Roman arena, river bridges and elegant piazzas.

How many days do you need in Verona?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Verona?

You can visit all year. Juliet's balcony courtyard is packed from late morning; go at opening time or skip it. The Arena is busiest in the opera season in summer.

How do you get to Verona?

The nearest airport is Verona Airport (VRN), about 9 km away. The station is a 20-minute walk from the centre. The historic centre has restricted car access.

What is there to see near Verona?

Nearby hidden places include Padua (69 km), Ferrara (83 km) and Parma (88 km).

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