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Verona Tour: Explore Romeo and Juliet's Love Story
Verona
I have prepared for you a rich itinerary around beautiful Verona. You will learn about the tragic love of Romeo and Juliet, how gladiators lived and died in the Arena, how the Roman Empire collapsed and how the ruling Scaliger dynasty created its medieval state. Ancient churches, squares, palaces and, of course, Juliet’s balcony are on our program!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Piazza Bra - Discover the aristocratic quarter that emerged in the 15th-16th centuries, crafted by the renowned Venetian architect Michele San Michele. Learn about the Italian reunification era and the role played by Italy’s first king, Vittorio Emanuel II.
- Arena di Verona - Explore a unique 1st-century AD monument, uncover the life of gladiators, and understand the distinctiveness of its acoustics.
- Chiesa di San Nicolo all’Arena - Visit Verona’s only Baroque-style church and uncover the secrets of the first Christian martyrs’ burials.
- Porta Borsari - World Heritage Site - Hear about the perilous Postumia road, the lives of ancient customs officers, and the ancient Roman necropolis.
- Chiesa di San Giovanni in Foro - Learn the history of one of the city’s oldest churches and discover the first medieval metrological station.
- Basilica di Santa Anastasia - Delve into the origins of Verona’s largest church, home to masterpieces by Pisanello, Girolamo dai Libri, and Lorenzo Veniziano. Discover the legend of the two hunchbacks whose sculptures adorn the central entrance.
- Colle San Pietro - Learn about one of northern Italy’s longest rivers, its significance to ancient and medieval Verona, and St. Peter’s Hill, where ancient Roman theater ruins lie.
- Romeo’s House (Casa di Romeo) - Discuss the history behind Romeo and Juliet, the myths and legends surrounding Shakespeare’s epic, and the laws and fate of the family mansion.
- Arche Scaligere - Discover the eternal resting place of Verona’s powerful princes, the Gothic art gem known as the Arches of the Scaligers. Visit the Church of Santa Maria Antica near Piazza della Signoria to see Gothic monuments of the della Scala family, including the marble canopied tombs of Can Grande I, Mastino II, and Cansignorio.
- Piazza dei Signori - Uncover the mysterious history of the ancient palaces around the square, where political and administrative decisions were made, especially during the della Scala dynasty’s reign.
- Piazza delle Erbe - Learn about the ancient Roman forum, a hub of political, economic, and religious power. Discover the history of the Madonna of Verona fountain and other monuments.
- Casa di Giulietta - Visit the 13th-century Capulet family house, now one of Verona’s main symbols.
What's Included
- Eventual stops if requested
- Three professional photos
Location
Lapidary Museum Maffeiano
Piazza Bra
The entrance to the museum is located directly at the Portoni della Bra (city gate with the clock). You will recognize me by the bright lilac notebook that I will hold in my hand.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.