12 Activities
Discover Verona: City of Shakespeare, a Roman Colosseum, and Amore
Starts from
Milan
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
12
Duration
11 hrs 10 min
Length
125 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Milan
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
11 hrs 10 min
Length
125 mi
- History and Culture
- Unusual Locations
- Gastronomy
Darcy Tuscano
Travel Expert
- Visit the romantic balcony of Romeo and Juliet.
- Be amazed at the enormous Roman Amphitheater.
- Discover ancient art inside a castle-turned-museum.
- Dine on Gourmet Italian cuisine in the Centro Historico.
Looking for a day trip out of Milan that combines culture, ancient sites, art and a bit of romance? This perfectly planned route to Verona has everything covered for a day of exploration and discovery as you take in one of Italy's most charming small cities.
Enjoy memorable moments as you gaze at Juliet's balcony, wonder at the architectural marvel of a Roman Colosseum, dine on Italian food and wine, and appreciate art inside a Palazzo.
What are you waiting for? Let's go to Verona!
Enjoy memorable moments as you gaze at Juliet's balcony, wonder at the architectural marvel of a Roman Colosseum, dine on Italian food and wine, and appreciate art inside a Palazzo.
What are you waiting for? Let's go to Verona!
Categories
- History and Culture
- Unusual Locations
- Gastronomy
Looking for a day trip out of Milan that combines culture, ancient sites, art and a bit of romance? This perfectly planned route to Verona has everything covered for a day of exploration and discovery as you take in one of Italy's most charming small cities.
Enjoy memorable moments as you gaze at Juliet's balcony, wonder at the architectural marvel of a Roman Colosseum, dine on Italian food and wine, and appreciate art inside a Palazzo.
What are you waiting for? Let's go to Verona!
Enjoy memorable moments as you gaze at Juliet's balcony, wonder at the architectural marvel of a Roman Colosseum, dine on Italian food and wine, and appreciate art inside a Palazzo.
What are you waiting for? Let's go to Verona!
Darcy Tuscano
Travel Expert
- Visit the romantic balcony of Romeo and Juliet.
- Be amazed at the enormous Roman Amphitheater.
- Discover ancient art inside a castle-turned-museum.
- Dine on Gourmet Italian cuisine in the Centro Historico.
Day Itinerary
12 Activities
Day 1
121 mi3 mi
A City of Star-Crossed Lovers, Ancient Archeological Wonders and Excellent Cuisine
Ah, Verona! The ancient city made famous by William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet". Today, you'll set off from Milan in search of discovering the treasures of this incredible city. Get ready to visit Juliet's famous balcony, explore an ancient amphitheatre, discover art inside a former castle and so much more!
Let's have an early start in the morning to make the most of the day in Verona.
Let's have an early start in the morning to make the most of the day in Verona.
09:5030 min
Chiesa di Santa Maria di Lovernato
On the way to Verona, let's stop and see the Chiesa di Santa Maria di Lovernato in Ospitaletto, which is just an hour or so from Milan.
This 15th Century Catholic Church is very well-preserved and full of intricate frescos adorning the interior walls. The paintings, which honor the Madonna, are thought to have been produced between the years 1479 to 1529. A sight to see, for sure!
This 15th Century Catholic Church is very well-preserved and full of intricate frescos adorning the interior walls. The paintings, which honor the Madonna, are thought to have been produced between the years 1479 to 1529. A sight to see, for sure!
51.5 mi
1 hr 10 min
11:305 min
Car Park
Park your car here. You will have a pretty long walk in the historical centre of the city, visit some museums and iconic places of Verona.
0.3 mi
10 min
11:4515 min
Ponte Pietra
You'll cross into the historic centre of ancient Verona by crossing the Ponte Pietra, a 2,000-year-old Roman bridge.
What a wonder to cross it on foot, just as the Romans did in ancient times!
From this bridge, you can take many excellent photos of the surrounding hills and the door into the city of Verona.
What a wonder to cross it on foot, just as the Romans did in ancient times!
From this bridge, you can take many excellent photos of the surrounding hills and the door into the city of Verona.
0.1 mi
5 min
12:151 hr 30 min
Ristorante Antica Torretta
You're in for a real treat with lunch at Ristorante Antica Torretta with three different dining rooms plus an outdoor terrace for you to enjoy your meal.
Chef Olimpio takes great pride in creating innovative and stylish Italian dishes with a nod to local and regional specialities.
The handmade black truffle ricotta gnocchi and noisette butter paired with an excellent Italian wine are not to be missed!
Check the official website to reserve the table in advance.
Chef Olimpio takes great pride in creating innovative and stylish Italian dishes with a nod to local and regional specialities.
The handmade black truffle ricotta gnocchi and noisette butter paired with an excellent Italian wine are not to be missed!
Check the official website to reserve the table in advance.
0.6 mi
15 min
14:0030 min
Casa di Giulietta
"O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?"
The notorious words from Shakespeare, spoken by Juliet in the fair city of Verona as she gazed from her balcony, lamenting the name of her lover and the feud between the two families.
While the story of the two star-crossed lovers has been in circulation since 1531, it was William Shakespeare who, in 1596, staged the play and made it universally famous.
Today, Juliet's house is open to the public, and you can book a tour there via the official website. Or, do as most tourists do and strike a pose with the statue of Juliet under the balcony as you enact the scene.
It's a must-do when in Verona!
The notorious words from Shakespeare, spoken by Juliet in the fair city of Verona as she gazed from her balcony, lamenting the name of her lover and the feud between the two families.
While the story of the two star-crossed lovers has been in circulation since 1531, it was William Shakespeare who, in 1596, staged the play and made it universally famous.
Today, Juliet's house is open to the public, and you can book a tour there via the official website. Or, do as most tourists do and strike a pose with the statue of Juliet under the balcony as you enact the scene.
It's a must-do when in Verona!
0.4 mi
10 min
14:451 hr
Verona Arena
Make your way through the quaint streets of Verona to the Piazza Bra to find The Colosseum, one of the largest amphitheaters in Italy, standing before you.
Built at the end of Augustus's reign in the first half of the 1st century, the arena has been an important part of life in Verona for over 1,000 years.
Gone are the days of gladiators and animal battles, today visitors can tour the ancient structure while learning the history of the Romans. In the summer, the city holds concerts and other events inside the amphitheater, just like days gone by.
Built at the end of Augustus's reign in the first half of the 1st century, the arena has been an important part of life in Verona for over 1,000 years.
Gone are the days of gladiators and animal battles, today visitors can tour the ancient structure while learning the history of the Romans. In the summer, the city holds concerts and other events inside the amphitheater, just like days gone by.
0.4 mi
10 min
16:001 hr 30 min
Castelvecchio Museum
The Castelvecchio Museum of Verona, a true former castle that has been transformed into a museum, houses important objects and works of art from the Medieval and Renaissance periods plus modern art from the 18th Century.
This museum is more than just paintings. You'll find sculptures, drawings, furniture, weapons, coins and archaeological artefacts displayed in the sprawling rooms.
The views of the city from the upper floors are stunning!
This museum is more than just paintings. You'll find sculptures, drawings, furniture, weapons, coins and archaeological artefacts displayed in the sprawling rooms.
The views of the city from the upper floors are stunning!
0.4 mi
10 min
17:4515 min
Porta dei Borsari
Porta dei Borsari is an ancient Roman gate to the city of Verona dating back to sometime in the 1st Century. There has been historical evidence that the current gate was built on top of the previous door from the 1st Century BC.
This 1,000-year-old gate that marked the main entrance still has bits of the crumbling foundation walls surrounding it. A path full of history and a beautiful door to photograph.
This 1,000-year-old gate that marked the main entrance still has bits of the crumbling foundation walls surrounding it. A path full of history and a beautiful door to photograph.
0.9 mi
20 min
18:205 min
Car Park
Return here to collect your car and leave Verona.
70.1 mi
1 hr 30 min
20:005 min
Car Park
Leave your car on the free public car park and head to the historical centre of Romano di Lombardia.
0.3 mi
5 min
20:1015 min
Palazzo della Ragione
Romano di Lombardia, a locality dating back to 980 is only about a hour outside from Milan and makes a good stopping point to have a look around the Centro Historico and have dinner.
The "Palace" Palazzo della Ragione built in the 12th and 13th century and one of the oldest buildings in the city, is now home to the seat of the municipal government. It's absolutely stunning and set amongst the medieval period arcades.
The "Palace" Palazzo della Ragione built in the 12th and 13th century and one of the oldest buildings in the city, is now home to the seat of the municipal government. It's absolutely stunning and set amongst the medieval period arcades.
0.1 mi
5 min
20:301 hr
Osteria Elvira e Luca
The cosy and friendly Osteria Elvira e Luca is located in the Centro Historico just around the corner from the Palazzo della Ragione.
You'll find plenty of porchetta, pancetta and mozzarella antipasto platters perfect for sharing along with local dishes. Don't leave without trying the local wines and homemade desserts.
You'll find plenty of porchetta, pancetta and mozzarella antipasto platters perfect for sharing along with local dishes. Don't leave without trying the local wines and homemade desserts.