Verona 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring the City Centre

  • Arrival: Verona’s primary airport is Valerio Catullo Airport (VRN). You can take a bus or taxi to your accommodation.

  • Accommodation: Consider staying at Hotel al Ponte Scaligero, a charming hotel near Juliet’s House and the river Adige.

  • Lunch: Head to Trattoria da Adolf for authentic Italian cuisine.

  • Afternoon: Visit the famous Juliet’s House (Casa di Giulietta) and the beautiful Piazza delle Erbe. Don’t forget to check out the Arche Scaligere, a series of tombs built for the Scaliger family.

  • Evening: Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the river Adige, then have dinner at Ristorante La Fontanina, known for its Tuscan cuisine.

Day 2: Roman Verona & Arena di Verona

  • Morning: Visit the Roman Theatre, Forum Romanum, and Castelvecchio Museum.

  • Lunch: Try La Lanterna del Borgo, a restaurant with a variety of dishes including vegetarian options.

  • Afternoon: Explore the picturesque streets of San Zeno and visit the beautiful Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore.

  • Evening: If you’re there in summer, don’t miss an opera at the Arena di Verona, a grand Roman amphitheater. For dinner, La Barca offers great views of the Arena.

Day 3: Day Trip to Lake Garda

  • Morning: Take a train or drive to Riva del Garda on Lake Garda. Enjoy the lake view and have lunch at one of the many restaurants along the waterfront.

  • Afternoon: Explore the old town, visit the Arche Scaligeri di Riva and Forte Belvedere.

  • Evening: Return to Verona and have dinner at Bottura d’Oro, a restaurant specializing in traditional dishes from Veneto.

Day 4: Garda Castle & Valpolicella Wine Tasting

  • Morning: Visit the Garda Castle (Castelnuovo del Garda) and enjoy the panoramic view of Lake Garda.

  • Afternoon: Head to the nearby Valpolicella wine region. Organize a wine tasting tour at one of the local wineries such as Tommasi or Zymé.

  • Dinner: Dine at Ristorante Alle Grigate, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Valpolicella.

Day 5: Departure

  • Morning/Afternoon: Spend your last hours exploring any missed sights or shopping for souvenirs in Verona.

  • Lunch/Dinner: Enjoy a farewell meal at Osteria Le Botteghe di Santa Maria, serving traditional Venetian and Veronese dishes.

  • Departure: Depending on your flight schedule, take a taxi or bus to Valerio Catullo Airport for your departure.