{"id":8582,"date":"2016-02-10T18:25:32","date_gmt":"2016-02-10T17:25:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/walks.friday.ie\/?p=8582"},"modified":"2023-02-16T15:53:21","modified_gmt":"2023-02-16T15:53:21","slug":"thing-to-do-in-verona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/thing-to-do-in-verona","title":{"rendered":"Things to do In Verona, Northern Italy’s Hidden Gem"},"content":{"rendered":"

Verona is one of northern Italy’s most beautiful small cities<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>and its packed full of awe-inspiring\u00a0sites and things to do. It’s also consistently underrated and overlooked by travelers, who often skip it to hit Milan or Venice. But their loss is\u00a0your gain – from the rich culture and beautiful architecture, to intriguing history and\u00a0unique cuisine, there are so many things to do in Verona it’s gaining popularity as a base for people who like to spend extended vacations in Italy. Of course it’s also known as one\u00a0of the most romantic cities in the world\u00a0due to its association with Romeo and Juliet, but it has\u00a0inspired more than just\u00a0Shakespeare; many\u00a0important people are associated with the town like Goethe\u00a0who passed through in his travels, Julius Caesar who vacationed here, and\u00a0Dante who featured it in his works and was even buried here. <\/span><\/p>\n

What stands out about Verona above all else is its\u00a0beautifully-preserved ancient, medieval, and Renaissance architecture. The city center alone\u00a0has probably the best collection of Roman buildings in Northern Italy. This incredible inheritance won it\u00a0UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2000 and continues to make it a must-visit for anyone interested in the cultural history of Europe. Its location nestled between\u00a0the Alps to the north and the banks of Lake Garda to the south also makes it an ideal base to explore the region, especially for families looking for diverse experiences during a long vacation. So if you want to step off the beaten path and discover an under-appreciated\u00a0gem, it’s time to examine the Walks of Italy Verona Travel Guide. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

And if you want to see the City with an expert local guide, check out our Verona Day Trip from Venice.\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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