Juliet's balcony, the Verona Arena, Piazza Dante and Piazza delle Erbe, but not only. Verona in 10 stages so as not to miss anything of what there is to see in the city.
Are you planning a visit to the city of love? Here are some tips to not miss the best the city of Verona has to offer. Between Roman ruins, modern shows and dinners with a view, in Verona there is something for everyone.
1. Show in the Arena
Whether you are a lover of Opera or a lover of rock music, the season of shows at the city amphitheater fulfills every visitor's request. Do not miss the opportunity to attend a live performance, as the atmosphere here is hardly replicable in other locations. The scenery offered by the inside of the Arena is something unique that gives any show a touch of magic.
2. Aperitif in Piazza Erbe
On summer evenings (but also on cold winter evenings) the square comes alive and is filled with locals and tourists who sip an aperitif in the shade of the buildings of one of the most beautiful squares in the city.
3. View from Castel San Pietro
If the day allows it, walk up the stairs that start in the Ponte Pietra area and lead you to Castel San Pietro. The panorama of the city that unfolds at your feet from this point is wonderful. Not to be missed with your other half: a romantic sunset and the evening view of the illuminated city.
4. Dinner or aperitif at Castel San Pietro
Why not recover from the effort of climbing on foot with a nice aperitif or a good dinner? The restaurant located near Castel San Pietro will allow you to spend an even more special evening, giving you a privileged view of the city of Verona.
5. Ponte Pietra and the Roman Theater
You cannot miss a walk on Ponte Pietra, one of the most characteristic bridges in the city, and a visit or a show at the Roman Theater, another of the city's Roman jewels, still well preserved and used in the summer as a stage for theatrical performances and for festivals. of contemporary music.
6. Aperitif on the Lungadige
Always remaining in the Ponte Pietra area, discover one of the many romantic places that allow you to enjoy an aperitif overlooking the waters of the Adige river.
7. Visit to Juliet's Balcony
Whether you are accompanied by your sweetheart or in the company of friends, you cannot skip the visit to Juliet's House. The inner courtyard that allows you to see the balcony of the famous Shakespearean protagonist is one of the most visited places in the city. If you wish, you can play yourself as the Juliet or the Romeo of the situation by visiting the house inside, from where you can access the famous balcony.
8. Discover Piazza Dante and the Arche Scaligere
Piazza Dante is another of the city's jewel squares. Stop here in the evening for a dinner with a view, visit the adjacent square where you can admire the Torre dei Lamberti from below, and stroll along the Arche Scaligere, a splendid example of Gothic art. If you have time, visit the Torre dei Lamberti (if you are reckless and fit, go up it on foot!). From the top you will see a Verona lying at your feet and you will discover Piazza Erbe from another point of view. A tip: pay attention to when the bells ring!
9. Visit to the Roman remains of the city
Verona, one of the Roman cities par excellence, gives its visitors the opportunity to go on a "treasure hunt" in search of the testimonies left by our ancestors. From the Arena to the Roman Theater, to the excavations of Porta Leoni up to the Arco dei Gavi, explore the city in search of these ancient jewels and play to find more hidden ones. A clue: take a trip to the lower floor of the new Benetton store, in via Mazzini.
10. Visit to the Opera Museum
If you are passionate about bel canto, I recommend a visit to the new AMO, Arena Museo Opera. Here you can discover the history of one of the most famous opera festivals in the world and its most famous protagonists, from Maria Callas and Placido Domingo to Franco Zeffirelli.
