Verona
Must-See Places

Arena

One of Verona's most iconic symbols is the ARENA. Built around the 1st century, its solid and imposing structure once hosted gladiator shows. Its name comes from the "rena," the sand on the part where the shows took place, and it could accommodate up to 30,000 spectators. Today, the monument boasts a rich calendar of events: every year, pop singers and rock stars perform on its stage, and it also hosts classical music and opera performances.

Juliet's house

Another must-see stop when visiting Verona is certainly Juliet's house. "Romeo and Juliet" is one of Shakespeare's most well-known tragedies worldwide. Written by the great English playwright William Shakespeare between 1594 and 1596, this work, which represents pure and perfect love, still attracts thousands of tourists curious to see the places where the story is set. Thus, in the inner courtyard of the building recognized as Juliet's house, where the famous balcony overlooks and where Juliet's statue stands, tourists from all over the world gather and touch the statue's breast as a good luck charm for future love. Not far from Juliet's house, you can also find Romeo's house, but the building is not open to visitors as it is a private property. Besides William Shakespeare, many other illustrious figures have visited or mentioned Verona, such as Dante Alighieri, Goethe, Lord Byron, and Charles Dickens.

Castelvecchio

There is also a Verona of fortresses: the third must-see stop is Castelvecchio, a fortress built by Cangrande II della Scala for protection against threats. Today, it houses a museum with a rich collection of artworks, including 20 masterpieces: Mantegna's Holy Family, Rubens's Female Portrait, Bellini's Saint Jerome in Penitence, and many others.

Piazza Bra, Piazza Erbe and Piazza dei Signori

Take a tour of Verona's squares as well: you can't say you've truly appreciated Verona without visiting Piazza Brà, one of the largest squares in Europe, dominated by the Arena and some historic buildings. The beautiful Liston, paved with pink marble from Valpolicella, runs along it. Piazza Erbe, the ancient Roman forum, has always been the exact center of the city, while Piazza dei Signori, with its underground Scaligeri excavation museum, reveals the fascinating complex layering of different eras and that is today the center of celebrations for San Valentino, Vinitaly in March (the wine fair, featuring wine tastings), the Tocatì festival (street games festival), and the Nuremberg Christmas markets.

Castel San Pietro

Finally, don’t miss one of the most iconic panoramic spots in Verona: Castel San Pietro. Located on a hill overlooking the Roman Theatre, this site offers an extraordinary view of the city and the Adige River. The castle's terrace is the perfect place to admire a panoramic view of Verona, with its rooftops and bell towers standing out against the sky. You can reach it by walking up a scenic staircase starting from Ponte Pietra, or by taking the cable car.

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