3 days in Verona - Itinerary

Welcome to the wonderful world of Verona, a city steeped in history, culture and romance. If you are planning a three day trip , you are in the right place. This itinerary will take you through the streets of pastel-colored buildings, architectural treasures and culinary delights of one of the most fascinating cities in Italy. Get ready to immerse yourself in the Shakespearean atmosphere of Romeo and Juliet, explore ancient Roman ruins and taste gastronomic delights. Follow our advice and let yourself be conquered by Verona, where every corner tells a story and every moment is an opportunity to create indelible memories.

Day 1

Starting from Palazzo Negri, we suggest you head towards the squares, until you get to admire the city from above. You will visit:

• Piazza Erbe

The beating heart of Verona, is a place that enchants visitors with its beauty and historical character. Surrounded by elegant medieval buildings, the square is a veritable treasure trove of artistic and architectural treasures. In the centre stands the majestic Madonna Verona Fountain, dating back to 1368, adorned with statues and frescoes that tell the story of the city. The square is surrounded by beautiful buildings such as the Casa dei Mercanti, with its elegant Gothic arches, and the Torre dei Lamberti, which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of Verona.

• Piazza dei Signori

This square is a real architectural jewel, surrounded by important palaces and monuments that bear witness to the influence of the Scaligeri family, who ruled the city in the Middle Ages. In the center of the square stands the statue of Dante Alighieri, the famous Italian poet, which pays homage to his presence in Verona. One of the most impressive buildings is the Government Palace, with its majestic facade and elegant arches, which was once the seat of political power in the city. Next to it is the Loggia del Consiglio, a portico adorned with statues and frescoes, which housed the meetings of the nobles. The square is also dominated by the Torre dei Lamberti, an imposing civic tower that offers an incredible panoramic view of Verona. Piazza dei Signori is a place of history and culture, where it is possible to breathe the atmosphere of a bygone era and admire the Renaissance and Gothic architecture that surrounds it. It is an unmissable place for art and history lovers who visit Verona.

• La Torre di Lamberti

Located in the heart of Piazza delle Erbe, this civic tower offers a spectacular panoramic view of the city and its architectural treasures. Over 80 meters high, the Torre dei Lamberti stands proudly, bearing witness to the power and importance of the Lamberti family in Verona's past. Climbing its steps, it is possible to admire Verona from a unique perspective, embracing the roofs of the ancient houses, the historical monuments and the magnificent squares. Along the way up, you can see the large mechanical clock that has been keeping time for centuries, and on reaching the top, you are rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view that extends to the surrounding hills.

• Le Arche Scaligere

The Scaliger Arches in Verona are a set of Gothic mausoleums commemorating the powerful family of the Lords of Verona, known as the Scaligeri. These impressive structures are an iconic symbol of the city and a tribute to the dynasty's wealth and influence. The Scaliger Arches are made up of five funerary monuments, each dedicated to an important member of the family, including the famous keep of Cangrande I della Scala. The tombs are characterized by complex interweaving of Gothic arches, sculpted decorations and ornamental motifs that enhance the majesty and grandeur of the Scaligeri. The sculptures of the lions guarding the tombs give an imposing and regal feel to the whole area.

• Basilica di Santa Anastasia

Santa Anastasia is the largest church in Verona. Its facade features a mix of architectural styles, with a 13th-century Romanesque portal and a 15th-century Gothic upper section. The interior is spacious and impressive, with an elegant central nave and numerous side chapels. The frescoes and artwork that adorn the walls tell biblical and religious stories, while the stained glass windows let an evocative light filter inside.

One of the most fascinating elements of the Basilica of Santa Anastasia is its majestic wooden choir, built in the 15th century and considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. Sculpted with intricate detail, the chancel is a work of art in itself and creates a solemn and sacred atmosphere within the church.

• Via Sottoriva

Via Sottoriva is a charming street located in the historic centre of Verona, which fascinates visitors with its picturesque and authentic character. This ancient cobbled alley, which follows the course of the Adige River, conveys a romantic and suggestive atmosphere.

The beauty of Via Sottoriva lies in its traditional architecture and in the small shops that line it. The colourful facades of the houses, with their flower-adorned windows and wrought-iron balconies, create a picture-postcard image that catches the eye of anyone passing by.

The street is famous for being a prime destination for food and drink lovers, thanks to the numerous restaurants, cafes and wine bars that can be found along its route. Here you can taste Veronese culinary delights and delight yourself with local wines, sitting outdoors and enjoying the relaxed atmosphere.

• Ponte Pietra

Ponte Pietra is an extraordinary work that combines architectural beauty with a thousand-year history. This ancient stone bridge crosses the Adige River and represents an icon of Verona, nestled among its historical wonders.

The majesty of Ponte Pietra lies in its white stone structure, which dates back to Roman times. Although it has been destroyed and rebuilt several times over the centuries, its old-world charm and elegance have been preserved to this day.

• Castel San Pietro

Castel San Pietro is an imposing fortress that stands on a panoramic hill in Verona, offering a spectacular view of the city and its surroundings. This medieval fortress is located on the hill of the same name, just behind the historic centre of Verona, and represents an iconic landmark in the city.

Its history dates back to the 10th century, although the current building was largely rebuilt in the 16th century. The castle is surrounded by a vast park, ideal for relaxing and enjoying a walk immersed in nature.

To reach Castel San Pietro, it is possible to walk up a panoramic staircase or take a funicular that leaves from Piazza Isolo, offering visitors an easy climb to the top of the hill.

Castel San Pietro is a place loved by the Veronese and by visitors, who choose it to enjoy unique panoramas and to spend moments of tranquillity away from the bustle of the city. It is a perfect place to watch the sunset or to capture the romantic atmosphere of Verona.

Day 2

• Arena di Verona

The Arena di Verona is an iconic monument that enchants visitors with its grandeur and its millenary history. Located in the heart of the city, this ancient Roman arena is one of the most famous outdoor performance venues in the world.

Built in the 1st century AD, the Arena is one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres and can seat up to 15,000 spectators. Its imposing structure, with its arches and stone steps, offers an exceptional testimony to the Roman engineering of the time.

Today, the Arena di Verona is best known for its spectacular opera performances, especially the works of Giuseppe Verdi, which attract an international audience of music enthusiasts. The unique atmosphere and perfect acoustics of the Arena create an unforgettable experience for the spectators, immersing them in a magical atmosphere.

In addition to opera events, the Arena also hosts concerts, ballet and other performances, attracting a wide variety of internationally renowned artists and productions.

• Castelvecchio

This majestic historical building, built in the 14th century, is one of the most iconic symbols of the city and attracts many visitors every year.

The structure of Castelvecchio stands out for its imposing fortified architecture, with its mighty towers, crenellated walls and drawbridge. The castle is surrounded by a moat which once had a defensive function, while today it contributes to creating a suggestive and majestic atmosphere.

Inside the castle is the Castelvecchio Museum, which houses a large collection of artwork and historical artefacts. Among the treasures on display are paintings, sculptures, armor and medieval artefacts that tell the story and culture of Verona over the centuries.

• San Zeno

The Basilica of San Zeno is one of the architectural jewels of Verona and an important place of religious worship. Located in the eastern part of the city, this majestic Romanesque church fascinates visitors with its intrinsic beauty and thousand-year history.

The basilica is dedicated to San Zeno, the patron saint of Verona, and is one of the most important examples of Romanesque architecture in Italy. Its facade, with its carved decorations and intricate portals, welcomes visitors with a solemn and majestic atmosphere.

The interior of San Zeno is equally fascinating, with a wide central nave, imposing columns and a ceiling decorated with medieval frescoes. The high altar houses the tomb of San Zeno, a place of pilgrimage for the faithful.

One of the basilica's most iconic features is its apsidal rotunda, topped by an elegant dome. This sacred space is enriched by frescoes and sculptures, which tell religious stories and bear witness to the artistic and cultural richness of Verona.

The basilica is surrounded by an enchanting cloister, an oasis of peace and tranquility where visitors can stroll and enjoy the architectural beauty and spiritual silence.

• Basilica di San Lorenzo

The Church of San Lorenzo is a Burgundian-inspired basilica, built in the 12th century to cover a previous early Christian building dating back to the 5th century. Access to the church takes place through an elegant marble portal, with Gothic elements in the arch and in the capitals and a Renaissance touch in the jambs. The statue of San Lorenzo, with a grill in his hand, overlooks the portal, welcoming visitors.

The view of the church offers from the very first glance a sensation of hidden beauty and mystical suggestion, in which the architecture merges with the surrounding spaces. After crossing a small churchyard enriched with finds, the southern side of the church appears, bordered by a tower on the left and the fifteenth-century bell tower on the right. Observing the walls, it can be seen that they were built in two different phases: the lower part, up to the first level of windows, is made with an overlapping of courses of pebbles, bricks and stones, while in the upper part, the river pebbles disappear and we pass to an alternation of bricks and stones.

The façade is dominated by two circular towers located on either side of a hanging porch. These towers, rare examples of Norman architecture in northern Italy, are of different sizes and rest on solid stone foundations. The main entrance is in the centre, delimited by jambs with fifteenth-century decorations, and is preceded by an elegant Renaissance marble portico. The arches of the portico rest on two pillars and a column.

• Chiesa dei Santi Apostoli

The Pieve dei Santi Apostoli, originally founded as an early Christian church, was completely rebuilt in the second half of the 12th century and consecrated by Bishop Adelardo II on 12 March 1194, after the original building had been destroyed by the earthquake of 1117. Over the centuries later it underwent numerous renovations and was rebuilt after the damage caused by bombing during the Second World War.

Of the original Romanesque structure, today only the external walls remain, the apses built with courses of stone and bricks, the graceful bell tower and part of the façade, where you can see two medieval corbels which originally supported a Romanesque porch. The north side of the basilica, facing the square, also deserves particular attention, where three noble tombs dating back to the 15th century are walled up.

• Tomba di Giulietta

Juliet's tomb is a stone sarcophagus, empty and without a lid, inside the underground crypt of the church of San Francesco al Corso, in an old Franciscan monastery.

The complex is now deconsecrated and houses the GB Cavalcaselle Museum of Frescoes.

• Chiesa di San Fermo Maggiore

During the period in which Dante resided in Verona, the church of San Fermo Maggiore was under construction. In 1261, the Franciscans settled in the religious complex, which previously belonged to the Benedictine order. In the first twenty years of the fourteenth century, with the support of Guglielmo da Castelbarco, a powerful ally of the Scaligeri, they undertook an important renovation of the Romanesque church.

The current appearance of the church has a fascinating ceiling in the shape of an overturned ship's hull. This restructuring is commemorated on the holy arch, where the images of Castelbarco and Fra' Daniele Gosmari are painted, accompanied by inscriptions testifying to the extent of the works and the date of 1314.

Inside the church, there are important testimonies related to Dante. In the cloister, for example, is the tomb of Antonio Pelacani da Parma (d. 1327), a contemporary doctor of Dante who also dealt with cosmological themes. In the right transept of the church, on the other hand, there is an elegant funerary chapel commissioned by Pietro IV and Ludovico Alighieri, descendants of the poet, towards the middle of the 16th century.

• Porta Leoni

Porta Leoni is one of the ancient gateways to the city of Verona, located along the route of the ancient Roman walls. This majestic gate, which takes its name from the two statues of lions placed on either side of the entrance arch, represents an important testimony of the Roman era in the city.

Built in the 1st century AD, Porta Leoni has an imposing and solemn structure. The entrance arch, made of white Verona stone, is decorated with elegant architectural elements, such as Corinthian columns and ornamental reliefs. The lion statues, carved in red marble, guard the access to the city, symbols of strength and power.

Day 3

• Santa Marta & Veronetta

The Provianda di Santa Marta, located in the centre of Verona, was born as a bread production centre in the Habsburg era and was used as a warehouse for clothing and military supplies throughout the last century; today, however, it plays a role of a very different nature, in the guise of a university centre.

• Giardino Giusti

Palazzo Giusti is a civil building located in the Veronetta district in Verona, characterized by the homonymous Giusti Garden, one of the best-known Italian gardens of the late Renaissance, part of the network of the Great Italian Gardens.

• Museo archeologico Teatro Romano

The Museum is located in a convent built in the 15th century by the Gesuati, belonging to a congregation founded by Giovanni Colombini of Siena in 1367. The name "Gesuati" derives from the frequent invocations to the name of Jesus, whose monogram also appears in the rosettes placed on some doors of the convent building.

The religious devoted themselves to the care of the sick, through the production and free distribution of medicines. However, they were also involved in making perfumes and spirits to sell. For these activities a good water supply was necessary and the Gesuati had identified the hill of San Pietro as a place rich in this resource.

• Lungadige San Giorgio

Suggestive for a walk along the Adige.

• Carega

Piazzetta Cadrega and the street of the same name, in the historic centre of Verona, take their name from "carega", a Veronese dialect version of "chair" or "chair" and a toponym which over time has extended to the whole area. Here, in Roman times, a stone memorial was placed dedicated to the Veronese magistrate Cornelio Annone who, over time, was shaped into a bench by wear and tear. The stele, which was found until the mid-eighteenth century in Piazzetta Ottolini, today preserved in the Maffeiano Lapidary Museum, was in fact broken in such a way as to recall the features of a chair, a characteristic which later gave its name to the clearing in which it was erected and to the contiguous street. (source veronnaoggi.it)

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