Verona Travel Guide: The Best Things to Do, See & Eat
Verona enchants visitors with its rich Roman history, medieval architecture, and vibrant piazzas. Explore the Arena di Verona, a Roman amphitheater, and stroll through the charming streets to Juliet's House. Enjoy the local cuisine and scenic views along the Adige River.
With 149+ hand-picked places to explore, Verona rewards travellers who look beyond the obvious. Here's our complete guide to the best of the city — organised by what you're in the mood for.
Where to Eat in Verona
From local classics to standout modern kitchens.
Start with La Bottega della Gina — authentic handmade pasta makes this street food spot a standout in Verona's culinary scene. Just as worthwhile is La Lanterna: located on Via San Nazaro, this vegan bistro emphasizes organic, locally sourced ingredients in its dishes. Pasticceria Flego completes the picture: a charming stop for sweets while exploring Verona, especially popular for its artisanal gelato during warm summer days.
La Bottega della Gina
Verona • Street Food
Authentic handmade pasta makes this street food spot a standout in Verona's culinary scene.
La Lanterna
Verona • Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants
Located on Via San Nazaro, this vegan bistro emphasizes organic, locally sourced ingredients in its dishes.
Pasticceria Flego
Verona • Street Food
A charming stop for sweets while exploring Verona, especially popular for its artisanal gelato during warm summer days.
Ristorante 12 Apostoli
Verona • Local Cuisine
Ideal for couples seeking an elegant dining experience steeped in Veronese tradition.
Where to Stay in Verona
Hand-picked hotels, hostels and B&Bs across every budget.
If you only make time for one stop, make it B&B Corte delle Pigne — ideal for couples and families seeking a blend of historical charm and modern comfort. Due Torri Hotel earns its reputation too — this hotel offers a blend of medieval charm and modern luxury, perfect for a stay in Verona. Round out the shortlist with Hotel Accademia — located on Via Scala, this hotel combines historic architecture with modern luxury in Verona.
B&B Corte delle Pigne
Verona • Bed & Breakfast
Ideal for couples and families seeking a blend of historical charm and modern comfort.
Due Torri Hotel
Verona • Luxury Hotels
This hotel offers a blend of medieval charm and modern luxury, perfect for a stay in Verona.
Hotel Accademia
Verona • Luxury Hotels
Located on Via Scala, this hotel combines historic architecture with modern luxury in Verona.
Relais Fra' Lorenzo
Verona • Luxury Hotels
A serene retreat on the hills, offering stunning views over Verona and a blend of historical charm and modern luxury.
Verona Like a Local
The spots most visitors walk straight past.
If you only make time for one stop, make it Osteria Sottoriva — ideal for couples and groups seeking a taste of local Verona in a cozy setting. Trattoria Pane e Vino earns its reputation too — ideal for couples and food enthusiasts looking to savor authentic Veronese cuisine in a cozy setting. Round out the shortlist with Osteria Ai Osei — ideal for a leisurely meal after exploring Verona's historic sites, this eatery reflects local culinary traditions.
Osteria Sottoriva
Verona • Local Hangouts
Ideal for couples and groups seeking a taste of local Verona in a cozy setting.
Trattoria Pane e Vino
Verona • Secret Foodie Spots
Ideal for couples and food enthusiasts looking to savor authentic Veronese cuisine in a cozy setting.
Osteria Ai Osei
Verona • Secret Foodie Spots
Ideal for a leisurely meal after exploring Verona's historic sites, this eatery reflects local culinary traditions.
Osteria Verona
Verona • Secret Bars & Speakeasies
A seasonal menu that reflects local produce defines this cozy Italian eatery.
51 Explorer Picks We Held Back
Every list above is our free tier. On top of it, our editors mark the roughly one-in-ten places in Verona that are genuinely special — standout stays, tables worth planning a day around, and rooms most visitors never find — as Explorer picks, with full write-ups reserved for members. A few currently on the Verona list:
- Verona Opera Festival· Festivals
- Ristorante Il Desco· Secret Foodie Spots
- Trattoria Al Bersagliere· Secret Foodie Spots
- Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà· Spa Hotels
- Hotel Gabbia d'Oro· Luxury Hotels
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