Published 23:00 IST, February 6th 2020
Places to visit in Verona and all the landmarks to know while travelling here
There are multiple famous spots in Verona to visit. Take a look at which places are a must-see and things to do in Verona. The city has a vibrant theatre scene
Verona is an Italian city which is said to have a deep connection with Shakespeare's writing. The city attracts numerous tourists who are bewitched by its architecture of amphitheatres and vibrant opera scenes along with other wonders for the eye. Let us take a look at the places every traveller needs to see in the city.
Places to visit in Verona
Roman Arena
Verona’s open-air opera house was built in the 1st century AD and still stands tall after surviving an earthquake. The magnificent amphitheatre has seating arrangement for 30,000 people. The arena can be visited all year round but summer is the best time. In the wintertime, concerts are also held at the Teatro Filarmonico.
Museo di Castelvecchio
The Castelvecchio was built in around 1350 by Cangrande II. Through the course of time, the monument was damaged by Napoleon and World War II bombings. The fortress was reconstructed by Carlo Scarpa who brought necessary changes to the landmark.
Giardino Giusti
This beautiful garden is considered as a masterpiece of Renaissance landscaping. The garden opened for the public back in 1591 and was named after the family that tended to its every need since then. The vegetation is a mixture of curated and natural plants.
Updated 23:00 IST, February 6th 2020