Top things to do in Verona
Attractions, tours and activities in Verona
Recommended museums in Verona
Where to discover culture and the arts in Verona
Verona: the city's best neighbourhoods
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Borgo Trento
0.9 miles from city centre
Borgo Trento’s all about keeping it real. This is where bona-fide Veronese townsfolk go about their business, run errands and chat on street corners. It’s also home to some authentically old-school restaurants. La Quercia has been feeding locals for decades. After a hearty meal, work off the carbs with a stroll round leafy Cesare Lombroso Park.
Places to stay from £24 per night
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Borgo Venezia
1.4 miles from city centre
Student central. Borgo Venezia is where the fresh-faced, the long-maned and the studious convene. Join young smoochers up at Castel San Pietro for heart-melting views. Fuel up on a cheeky “piadina” (flatbread) at Artigiana Bacchabundus before hitting the bars on Via Venti Settembre. Campus serves up cheap shots and cheesy melodies galore.
Places to stay from £36 per night
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Porta Nuova
0.4 miles from city centre
A 16th-century gatehouse stands in the middle of a roundabout, greeting visitors as they arrive in town. The building casts a lonely shadow over roads, as commuters stride purposefully by. If you’re coming into Porta Nuova Station, head down tree-lined Corso Porta Nuova and gasp as Portoni della Bra’s battlements come into focus.
Places to stay from £19 per night
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Verona Historical Centre
In the city centre
Lights, camera, action! Walking round Verona’s Old Town is like stepping into a real-life film set. The crumbling façades, mediaeval archways and implausibly good-looking people make this area seem like make-believe. Take centre stage as you barter in Piazza delle Erbe market, salute the crowds on Via Mazzini and take a bow at Verona Arena. Bravo!
Places to stay from £21 per night
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Verona Fiere
1.8 miles from city centre
Verona Fiere’s “conventional”, and we mean that in a good way. It’s the scene of numerous conventions in the Veronafiere Congress Centre. Experts and anoraks alike descend on this quiet area to exhibit on themes as diverse as wine, marble and motorbikes. Beer and burger fans should check out Birreria Terzo Grado, purveyor of funky foreign brews.
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San Zeno
0.7 miles from city centre
A Sunday lunch classic. During the week, peace reigns in this leafy district. Come the weekend, in come the Veronese in their hordes. Some for mass at Basilica San Zeno, others to have a family stroll or indulge in a long lunch. In fact, those in the know dine at Casa Perbellini, where haute cuisine and fine wine keep regulars coming back for more.
Places to stay from £28 per night
About Verona
Including tips for the best time to visit Verona
A favourite of Shakespeare, beautiful Verona is the literary home of Romeo and Juliet. The medieval families of Montague and Capulet immortalised in the play did actually exist, and some buildings pertaining to them are still present. Among these is the place claiming to have been Juliet's house – not strictly true, but it’s still worth stepping out onto its pretty balcony.
But Verona is much more than the setting of a tragic love story. It’s also home to one of Italy’s best-preserved Roman amphitheatres: Arena di Verona. Dating back to the first century CE, this open-air space used to host festivals and gladiator battles. Today, it’s used exclusively for classic operas and pop music concerts, with stars such as Adele and Paul McCartney having graced its stage.
In Piazza delle Erbe, you’ll find more of the city’s sumptuous architecture, like the 12th-century Torre dei Lamberti bell tower, alongside vibrant cafés and a daily market that sells produce from around the province of Verona. Find a quiet corner and enjoy an espresso or glass of Veneto wine, before following the Adige River to the Museo di Castelvecchio, which houses paintings, sculptures and military weapons from the Middle Ages.
All this is just a 30-minute train journey from the stunning Lake Garda. To reach it, just head to Verona Porta Nuova station and jump on the train to Desenzano, where you can take a short bus ride to the lake.
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 10 = £8.55 |
| Language | Italian |
| Average weekend price | £89 per night |
| Average weekday price | £90 per night |
| Typical stay | 1 night |
Points of interest in Verona
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Verona
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Verona Arena
0.1 miles from city centre
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Castelvecchio Museum
0.2 miles from city centre
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Piazza Bra
In the city centre
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Giulietta's House
0.3 miles from city centre
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Piazza Erbe
0.4 miles from city centre
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Via Mazzini
0.1 miles from city centre
Verona reviews
What other travellers say about Verona
A stunning historic city with beautiful piazzas, squares and...
1 May 2024
A stunning historic city with beautiful piazzas, squares and monuments. Was very crowded in April so I imagine would be hard to navigate in high summer, as a lot of the streets are very narrow. Public transport isn't great, just local buses which are cheap (1.50e a ticket) but difficult to figure out. Castel San Pietro was a highlight, with stunning view across the city and a good value funicular (only 3.00e). Also, the Arena was only 3.00e to access when we were there because it was partly under renovation. This was excellent value for what is a truly amazing ancient Roman site.
This is a very busy city, a major tourist site, but is...
21 April 2024
This is a very busy city, a major tourist site, but is absolutely jam packed with history, amazing buildings, fantastic restaurants and as much shopping as you could wish for. Because of the connection to Romeo and Juliet you will find an over abundance of reference and souvenirs but hey ho. A good 3 to 4 day break to get it all in without rushing. One tip, hold on tight if you use a taxi!
If like me , you are covering a number of destinations over...
10 April 2024
If like me , you are covering a number of destinations over a short period of time, then a day in Verona is enough unless you have specific things in mind which require more time. Of course if you just want to just chill out and take it easy, then Verona is your destination! It is a slow and dreamy city and has something to offer everyone, be it sightseeing, food or shopping. As a vegetarian, my favourite place to eat was Ravioleria Ging Castelvechhio at Corso Castelvecchio 3, Verona. Their vegetarian bao buns were freshly made, piping hot and very delicious! Excellent value for money!
We went to Verona in early March and liked the fact it...
2 April 2024
We went to Verona in early March and liked the fact it wasn't crazy crowded. It's a beautiful city with lots of hidden gems. I was only able to spend one night but 2 or 3 would have been better.
Obviously very popular with tourists but for us it was not...
27 March 2024
Obviously very popular with tourists but for us it was not about doing the usual tourist things but just walking the streets, finding places to eat away from the main tourist hub and just taking in the atmosphere of the place...its really a great place to just hangout!
Verona is a beautiful Italian city.
19 March 2024
Verona is a beautiful Italian city. This was my second trip and I fell in love with it all over again. It is quite small, so two to three days would be perfect. We stayed right in the heart of the old town, on Via Leoncino, which is a short walk from the delightful Piazza Bra and the Arena. Almost everything is within walking distance, and I particularly loved sitting at one of the many outdoor cafes in Piazza Bra with my aperitivo, just watching the world go by! The city is full of wonderful cafes and restaurants - the problem is 'which one to choose' but one of our top recommendations is La Taverna Di Via Stella (on Via Stella), a short walk from another delightful square, Piazza delle Erbe, where we had a wonderful meal on our last night in Verona.
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