This city is the setting for one of William Shakespeare’s most famous plays, Romeo and Juliet. And you can see its Roman origins in the ancient ruins scattered throughout the centre, leading to the city’s inclusion on the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List. The entire city centre is encircled by the River Adige and rolling hills -just a couple of minutes walk from the city- that offer stunning panoramic views. The Arena di Verona is an open-air theatre that dates back to the Roman period; its summer Opera Festival is famous all round Europe. Verona is also a world wine capital and the fourth most popular travel destination in Italy. It is just 20 minutes away from Garda Lake, a paradise for windsurfing and sailing aficionados, with picturesque villages directly on the water, surrounded by olive trees.
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The city of Love
Verona is reknown throughout the world as the “City of Love” because of the story of Romeo and Juliet. Yet Shakespeare’s tale is not the only one about tragic love set in the city.
What’s new for Christmas 2017 in Verona
As well as the main squares in the centre, this year the magical atmosphere of Christmas in Verona is also waiting to be discovered elsewhere in the city, such as along the Lungadige San Giorgio and in the Piazza San Zeno.
Five churches in Verona with a mystical atmosphere
The oldest church in the Veneto region, one with a Roman necropolis in its crypt, one with separate areas for women, one where roses are blessed, and then the hermitage in the hills.
When Verona was the frontier of the Austrian Empire
From the walls to the forts on the hills and from the Arsenal to the Santa Marta former military bakery, now home to the University – the grand legacy of the Austrian dominion over Verona.
Exploring the most beautiful corners of the centre of Verona
Piazza Erbe, via Mazzini, Piazza Bra: most tourists visiting Verona congregate here, maybe without realising that they are just a few metres away from discovering some architectural gems that have been immortalised also by Hollywood.
Five ways to keep cool in Verona on the hottest days
Five ways to survive in Verona when it’s exceptionally hot and you can’t escape to the lake or the mountains.
The Verona funicular
The new funicular, recently opened in Verona, transports passengers to the city’s most panoramic viewpoint at Castel San Pietro in under a minute. The perfect opportunity to discover nearby attractions such as the Roman theatre and the Archaeological museum.
An alternative weekend discovering new venues in Verona
Verona is famous for its magnificent architecture and its monuments, but for those who want to spend an alternative weekend in the city…
A Saturday in Verona
People from Verona love to pour into the town centre over the weekend. Whether for shopping, food, drink or fun, here’s a mini-guide for having a good Saturday night out in the city.
Rafting on the river Adige
A few years ago, a friend of mine got me involved in a sport activity which was – to say […]
Amidst wine and culture: The Venetian Villas of Verona
For centuries, the Republic of Venice ruled the seas. But one of its greatest legacies, and a distinctive feature of […]
Mantua between culture and shopping
A few kilometres south of Verona, Mantua has kept the rich heritage of the Gonzaga dynasty intact, with its magnificent […]
Five museums not to be missed
Verona offers more than just its Arena, Castelvecchio and the Roman Theatre. To find that out, you only have to […]
The D’Annunzio Home and Museum
The First World War has just ended. Italy is among the winners of this conflict which tore Europe apart. But […]
The secret garden
With its picturesque views, lively squares and majestic palazzi, Verona is a city that knows how to ravish you with […]
The Garda beaches
The Veronese have the sea in own their backyard. However, this sea is actually a lake, Lake Garda, the largest […]
Verona by bike
It’s Sunday morning and a beautiful sunny day. I take my bike and head down along the Adige River. This […]
On the snow-covered summits
Verona is surrounded by mountains. If you go along Corso Porta Nuova to Piazza Bra on a beautiful, clear, winter’s day, […]
Valpolicella, Verona’s Wine
Valpolicella is Verona’s most famous wine. But in order to get to know it and enjoy it, you need to familiarize yourself with its various types and varieties, from Amarone to Recioto.
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Verona Through Dante’s Eyes
Midway on our life’s journey, I found myself in dark woods, the right road lost.”. I was little more than […]
Chievo, the neighbourhood
For about fifteen years, a small suburb of Verona has been famous throughout Italy and even the world — at […]
Five little known facts about the Arena
The Arena is the undisputed symbol of Verona, its most loved and recognizable monument. For the people of Verona it […]
A night at the opera
If I had to name one truly unique experience to be had in my native town, one thing in particular […]
The Magic of Christmas in Verona
Even if I were suddenly to lose all concept of time, I would immediately recognize the arrival of the Christmas […]
Discover Verona through street games
One of my favourite places in Verona is in a little street near the Duomo, called Via San Giacomo alla […]
Verona’s amusement parks
In Florida there’s Disneyland. In Denmark there’s Legoland. In Italy there’s Gardaland. The most famous amusement park in Italy is […]
The most beautiful city in the world
I first left Verona after high school. The city where I was born and raised was stifling me, I found […]
The capital of Christmas
In recent years, Verona has become one of the main Italian destinations for tourists over the Christmas holidays. Two million […]
Five dishes you’ll only find in Verona
1. “Pastisada de caval”, or horse meat stew. This is the most appreciated traditional dish. It’s made with horse meat […]
The imposing walls of Verona
In 2000 UNESCO enrolled Verona as a World Heritage City not only for the beauty of its architecture over two […]
Fall in Verona: time to dive into the water
For people who don’t like hot weather, the arrival of fall is a cure-all, but for anyone who only feels […]
Verona, city of horses
Legend has it that, just after the end of the war in 489 AD between Theodoric, king of the Ostrogoths, […]
Cable car to heaven
One minute you are by the lake in shirtsleeves, enjoying the sun and waves. Ten minutes later, you are in […]
Five trips outside Verona
Verona’s surroundings offer continuous discovery, even for someone born and raised here like me. I like to keep a list […]
The new theatres of Verona
The opening of a new theatre always puts me in a good mood. It means there is someone willing to […]
The Capulet House
Many lovers have been drawn to Verona by the story of Romeo and Juliet, and the house that was the […]
Yachting Club Torri
Torri del Benaco is a beautiful village right on the shore of Garda Lake that is nestled among the ubiquitous […]
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Cappa Caffè
Located in a picturesque spot in the city centre, Cappa Caffè is certainly one of the most beloved drinking bars […]
Antica Bottega del Vino
The Arena di Verona with its great opera programme, Romeo and Juliet, Lake Garda and the wonderful surrounding hills are […]
Profumeria Narciso
At first sight, Profumeria Narciso looks more like a French patisserie than a perfume shop: delicate colours, delicious smells… a […]