Verona 7 Day Itinerary
Title: 7-Day Travel Itinerary for Verona, Italy
Day 1: Arrival & Exploring the City Center
- Check-in at Hotel Juliet (or similar, centrally located)
- Visit the iconic Juliet’s House and the beautiful courtyard.
- Stroll through the romantic Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza dei Signori.
- Discover the Arche Scaligeri, a magnificent monument dedicated to the Scaliger family.
- Have lunch at Trattoria da Pomponio, offering traditional Veronese cuisine.
- In the evening, enjoy a scenic walk along River Adige and visit the Ponte Pietra.
Day 2: Historical Sites & Museums
- Visit Castelvecchio Museum showcasing art and armory collections.
- Explore the Arena di Verona, an ancient Roman amphitheater, and consider attending an evening opera performance (if timing permits).
- Lunch at Osteria Le Bottega, famous for its homemade pasta dishes.
- Spend the afternoon at the Scaliger Tombs in San Fermo Maggiore church.
- Dinner at Ristorante Al Pompiere, a Michelin-starred restaurant for a special dining experience.
Day 3: Day Trip to Lake Garda
- Take a day trip to Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy (public transportation or renting a car is recommended).
- Visit charming towns like Sirmione and Riva del Garda.
- Enjoy lunch with a view at one of the lakeside restaurants.
- Return to Verona for an evening stroll and dinner at a local trattoria.
Day 4: Verona’s Art & Culture
- Visit the Museo di Castelvecchio and its impressive collection of art and armory.
- Explore the Verona Cathedral (Duomo) and the beautiful San Zeno Basilica.
- Have lunch at Osteria La Forcella, known for its delicious risottos.
- Spend the afternoon at the Giardino Giusti, a beautiful Renaissance garden.
- Dinner at La Prosciutteria, offering a variety of cold cuts and cheeses.
Day 5: Relax & Shopping
- Spend the morning shopping for souvenirs in the charming streets around Piazza delle Erbe.
- Visit the Palazzo della Ragione and its beautiful frescoes.
- Lunch at Il Forno Bakery, known for its delicious bread and pastries.
- In the afternoon, relax by the river or visit a local wine bar.
- Dinner at Terra e Vino, where you can enjoy regional dishes accompanied by Veronese wines.
Day 6: Day Trip to Valpolicella
- Take a day trip to Valpolicella, famous for its Amarone wine (public transportation or renting a car is recommended).
- Visit wineries like Corte Sant’Alda and Allegrini.
- Enjoy lunch at a local winery or in the charming town of Fumane.
- Return to Verona for an evening stroll and dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 7: Departure
- Have a leisurely breakfast at your hotel.
- Check-out and store luggage at the hotel.
- Spend the morning visiting any remaining sights or revisiting favorites.
- Have an early lunch before heading to the airport or train station for departure.