Veneto, Italy

Verona

Verona's old town, in a loop of the river Adige, has a Roman arena still used for opera, elegant squares and the balcony linked to Juliet.

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The city on foot

Verona's centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with Roman, medieval and Renaissance layers.

The old town is compact and flat, set in a bend of the river and crossed by old bridges.

What makes Verona distinctive

  • The Roman Arena
  • Juliet's House and balcony
  • Piazza delle Erbe
  • Opera under the stars

Walking tours in Verona

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Centro Storico

    The old town in the river loop.

  • Veronetta

    The quarter across the river.

  • San Zeno

    A quiet area around the Romanesque basilica.

Free self-guided walk

Arena to Ponte Pietra

A free self-guided walk in Verona, from the Roman Arena past Juliet's House and Piazza delle Erbe to the Ponte Pietra.

1.7 km · 5 stops · map and directions

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Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Old town

    From Piazza Bra to Piazza delle Erbe along Via Mazzini.

  2. Riverside

    Along the Adige from Castelvecchio to Ponte Pietra.

  3. Castel San Pietro

    A climb to a viewpoint over the city.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Flat in the centre; steps up to Castel San Pietro.

  • Crowds

    Juliet's House is very busy.

  • Distances

    Piazza Bra to Piazza delle Erbe is about 10 minutes.

When to visit

  • Summer

    The Arena opera festival from June to September.

  • Spring and autumn

    Mild and pleasant.

  • Winter

    Cold, with Christmas markets.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By rail

    Trains reach Venice in about an hour and Milan in under two hours.

  • By air

    Verona Airport is about 15 minutes away by bus.

Local transport

  • On foot

    The centre is best walked.

  • Buses

    Link the station with the centre.

Questions travellers ask about Verona

How many days do I need?

One or two days.

Can I see an opera in the Arena?

Yes, during the summer festival; book ahead.

Is Juliet's House real?

It is a medieval house linked to the story, with a balcony added in the 20th century.

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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.