A local tour guide
Verona, the enchanting city of love and history, offers a myriad of attractions to explore and delightful culinary experiences to savor. It was once called Urbs Picta, as its palaces were covered in frescoes.
Its history spans from the Roman Empire to the splendors of the Scaligeri and the Venetians, and finally fortified by the Austrians with its imposing ramparts.
Here's a comprehensive guide to the best places to see and where to eat in Verona:
The top places to see:
In the best order if you walk from B&B Ponte Manin
Arena di Verona
Magnificent ancient Roman amphitheater, hosting world-class opera performances.
Address: Piazza Bra, 1, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Opening hours: Varies (check the official website)
Ticket price: Varies (check the official website)
Castelvecchio
Medieval fortress with a long bridge over the Adige River.
Address: Corso Castelvecchio, 2, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Castelvecchio Museum
(If you have more than one day)
Art, Arms, and Ancient Artifacts Museum. If you have some time to spare in Verona.
Address: Corso Castelvecchio, 2, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Opening hours: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM (from April to September), 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM (from October to March)
Admission: 6€
Arco dei Gavi
(Near to Castelvecchio)
Roman triumphal arch
Address: Corso Cavour, 5, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Opening hours: Open all day
Admission: Free
Pic by Claconvr, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Basilica of San Zeno Maggiore
(If you have more than one day)
Opening hours: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Pic by Tony Hisgett from Birmingham, UK, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Porta Borsari
Ancient Roman gate in Verona
Opening hours: Open all day
Admission: Free
Piazza delle Erbe
The square of commerce in the past, with unique frescoes on elegant palaces, fountains, and marble statues.
Piazza dei Signori
Piazza with ancient medieval buildings.
Pic by Didier Descouens, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Casa di Giulietta
Everyone knows it
Address: Via Cappello, 23, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Opening hours: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM (from April to September), 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM (from October to March)
Ticket price: €6 (includes admission to Juliet's House and Museum)
Arche Scaligere
Medieval tombs of the Scaligeri kings
Address: Piazza dei Signori, 37121 Verona VR, Italia
Chiesa Santa Anastasia
Beautiful medieval church with Romanesque and Gothic elements
Address: Piazza Santa Anastasia, 1, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Sunday: 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Admission: €2 (for access to the church and museum)
Pic by Didier Descouens, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ponte Pietra
Picturesque stone bridge originally built in 100 BC
Address: Ponte Pietra, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Admission: Free
Pic by Raphael Andres, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Giardino Giusti
(If you have more than one day)
Renaissance-style garden
Address: Via Giardino Giusti, 2, 37129 Verona VR, Italy
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Pic by Dependability, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The best things to do
Now, let's explore some of the best restaurants in Verona:
Where to Eat in Verona
Pizzeria Leon d’Oro
Great pizza and a beautiful terrace
Average Price: Moderate
Pizzeria Bella Napoli
Pizza
Average Price: Moderate
Osteria da Ugo
Great restaurant with local and Italian cuisine
Average Price: High
Ciro da Leone
The best Neapolitan pizza
Average Price: Moderate
Ristorante Pero d’Oro
The best local food
Average Price: Moderate
Ristorante La Fregola
The best local food
Average Price: Moderate
Wallet Pizza
Affordable takeaway pizza
Average Price: Low
La Trinacria
Takeaway in Sicilian style
Average Price: Low
Piadineria Dolce Francesca
Typical street food from the Bologna area
Average Price: Low
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