What to do in Verona

We really loved Verona! It was incredibly crowded when we visited, but it so beautiful and I do recommend the visit! We spent 3 nights in Verona and that was just about perfect. It’s a decently small little city and we were able to walk most of it very easily. Here are my tips on what to do in Verona!

Itinerary

• We mapped out the attractions we wanted to visit and just walked around the city.

Airport/Train Stations

• Verona International Airport (VRN)
• Venice Marco Polo (VCE – 1.25 hours by car)
• Milan Airport (MXP – 2 hours by car)
• Verona Porta Nuova Train Station Guide

Hotel

• HomeAway
• Airbnb :: Our location was nice, the apartment was really clean, and the rooms were really quiet. And we had AC. I would have liked to have had an outdoor space, but couldn’t find any options in our budget and with an elevator {necessary for us with 2 strollers}. If we come back to Verona I would look for an apartment with an outdoor area or nicer view, but would definitely rent this space again if I couldn’t find one. It was a really great option!

Restaurants
You should note that Verona is known for their Amarone Risotto, Gnocchi, Bigoli (thick pasta) and focaccia. So be sure to try them all!

• Breakfast
  • We picked up food from local bakeries!
• Lunch/Dinner
  • Foccaceria Ponte Pietra :: For a quick stop, focaccia for just €2 a slice. Really good! We went here twice!
  • Trattoria La Molinara :: So many people recommended this place!
  • Ristorante Pizzeria La Costa in Bra :: Nice food with a view of the Arena
  • Bella Napoli :: Delicious pizza with an old Italian bar vibe
  • Nastro Azzurro :: Incredible heart-shaped ravioli & yummy pizza!
  • Re Teodorico :: We didn’t make it here to eat, but I heard the menu is simple but delicious and their steaks are worth the trip!
    

Transportation

• You can walk pretty much everywhere!
• We also took the Hop on Hop off Bus and really enjoyed it!
• There is a little tour guide train that goes through the city that looked like fun too!

Recommendations

• Do one of the hop on, hop off tours! We saw a few different options by the arena.
• Must See Attractions
  • Arche Degli Scaligeri :: This important family ruled in Verona from the 13th until the 14th century & here you can see one of the Scaliger tombs- which are probably the most important examples of gothic art in Verona.
  • Arco dei Gavi :: A monument in Verona, located just outside the walls of the ancient Roman city, built in the 1st century AD.
  • Arena :: completed in the first century AD
  • Basilica of St. Anastasia :: The largest church in Verona. We also stood in the courtyard of the church while we sipped prosecco and listened to performers sing on a balcony!
  • Castel San Pietro :: You can take the €2 funicular
  • Castelvecchio Museum and Bridge :: A grand old castle dating back to the 1300s sits next to the river
  • Chiesa di Sant’Eufemia :: A Roman Catholic church that is dedicated to saint Euphemia
  • Corso Porta Borsari :: The Corso Porta Borsari is a sacred road into the Roman city of Verona, although today it is also a famous shopping street
  • Duomo di Verona :: One of the most spectacular viewpoints in the city
  • Juliet balcony :: We skipped the interior tour, but did go see the exterior. We recommend going early in the morning or check to see if you can see it after the museum closes. We went first thing in the morning and had a small line. My parents and brother went after the museum closed and said they could walk right up with no line!
  • Giardino Giusti :: Sixteenth-century Italian-style garden in Verona which has attracted the attention of Goethe and Mozart. Cayson LOVED running around this garden. We spent over an hour here, it was gorgeous and a fun space for kids to run around. We arrived in the morning and it was empty!
  • Piazza Bra :: A piazza with a view of the Arena
  • Piazza dei Signori :: A beautiful city square, surrounded by a lot of impressive historic buildings and statues
  • Piazza Erbe :: People watch in Piazza Erbe. One of the main squares of the city. It feels like a set from a movie scene!
  • Ponte Pietra :: Built around 100BC, it dates back to Roman times. The views from the bridge over the fast-running river are absolutely stunning {you might even see some ‘white river rapid’ tours}. It’s a pedestrian only bridge, so you’re not in any rush.
  • St Peter’s lookout :: Castel San Pietro (St Peter’s). The castle is closed to the public, but this spot offers the most beautiful panoramic views of the old town of Verona below.
  • Teatro Romano :: Fantastic views across Verona
  • Torre dei Lamberti :: Climb the tall tower that dominates the skyline in Piazza Erbe is called Torre dei Lamberti. For a small fee, it’s possible to reach the top of this tower for panoramic views of the city {there is an elevator}
  • Verona Cathedral :: This beautiful cathedral dates back to the 12th century
  • Via Giuseppe Mazzini :: Home to mainstream clothes stores, gelato shops and cafes, it’s a pleasant stroll down this busy strip.

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