Verona: History and Hidden Gems Small Group Guided Tour

Stroll through Verona on a guided walking tour with a locallly born, bred and licensed registered Tourist Guide. Learn about fascinating hidden details that are usually overlooked and admire the main landmarks of the city such as well as the Arena, Piazza Erbe, and Piazza Dante.

Meet your guide in the main square of Piazza Bra. Set off on your guided tour of the city and first see its famous Arena. Learn about the spectacular gladiator battles that took place here, and admire its particular architecture.

Follow the foundations of the early medieval city walls to reach the Corso, one of the oldest streets of the entire city. Marvel at Porta Jovia, a historic Roman-era monument. Enjoy the scenic views of the Castelvecchio and the Ponte Scaligero over the Adige River.

Adventure in less beaten tracks to get to know the structure and architecture of the city centre. Get to know how to recognise high medieval, late medieval, early modern and late modern architectural styles and connect to past time periods.

Explore Piazza delle Erbe and see the oldest fountain in the city. Learn about the history of the local market and admire some of the beautiful façades of historic townhouses.

Stroll through Piazza dei Signori and see a variety of public buildings such as Palazzo della Ragione, Palazzo Della Scala, and Palazzo del Capitano. See the highest tower in the city and learn about the political evolution of the city.

Marvel at the dramatic Arche Scaligere mausoleums and stand in fron of the "Romeo's house". Learn about the historical inspiration for the great Shakespearean tragedy, and its role in local tourism. Discover why the "Juliet's House" needed better looking details such as a unique balcony.

Frequent the hidden corners close to the most frequented street to discover many useful venues which can make your stay more enjoyable before concluding your tour.