Things to do in Verona

Despite being a small city in Italy, Verona boasts rich art, culture, and architecture from the Roman era in addition to offering some amazing things to do in Verona. Situated on the bank of River Adige at the foothills of the Lessini Mountains, Verona is a city straight out of a storybook with beautiful monuments, bridges and historic churches. When in Verona, you are bound to visit the symbolic places related to William Shakespeare's romantic play Romeo & Juliet. If you are shopaholic, you must keep exploring the beautiful city markets on your list of things to do in Verona.

One of the most entertaining things to do in Verona is to attend opera at Verona Arena and watch famous plays like Aida, Tosca, Camen and more. History buffs can go on a walking tour and marvel at spectacular architecture from Romanesque times. You can also visit Verona Arena, the Verona Cathedral, Ponte di Castelvecchio, Arco dei Gavi, and Scaliger Tombs to see the triumph of Roman engineering. Touring Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore and Casa di Giulietta will let you get closer to Romeo and Juliet's love story in the background of Verona. Exploring the busy squares like Piazza Bra and Loggia del Consiglio is one of the best things to do in Verona when it comes to experiencing the local lifestyle, food and beverages.