INFO
The Walk
As you walk through the streets of Verona’s city center, the walking tour will introduce you to the very best of our beautiful city.
Duration: 2 – 2.5 hours
When and Where
10.30 AM
Departs downtown Verona.
Giardini Vittorio Emanuele II, P.za Bra (Arena side – near the fountain).
BOOKING REQUIRED
Why to do this tour
5.0 ON GOOGLE!
BOOK NOW
Overview
Language
English
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Price
Free (you decide)
Booking Form
Booking
MEETING POINT
Giardini Vittorio Emanuele II, P.za Bra, Verona, Italy (Arena side – near the fountain).
THE WALK
let’s go!
DEPARTURE AND PRESENTATION
2. BRA SQUARE
- The Arena
- Piazza Bra and the fountain
- The urban structure of the city
3. SHAKESPEARE’S BUST
- The gates of the Bra
4. VIA ROMA
5. CASTELVECCHIO
- Ponte Scaligero (Castelvecchio Bridge)
6. GAVI’S ARCH
7. CORSO PORTA BORSARI
- Porta Borsari
- The Melegatti factory
- Ammonites
- Corte Sgarzerie
8. THE WELL OF LOVE
9. PIAZZA DELLE ERBE
- Torre del Gardello (Gardello Tower)
- The House of Merchants
- The column with the Lion of St. Mark
- Madonna Verona
- The arch of the Rib
10. PIAZZA DEI SIGNORI
- City hall
- Torre dei Lamberti (Lamberti Tower)
- Palace of Cangrande
- The Bala De Fracastoro
11. SCALIGERI TOMBS
- Arche Scaligere
- The church of Santa Maria Antica
12. SAINT PETER’S HILL
- Ponte Pietra (Stone Bridge)
- The Roman theatre
GALLERY
FAQ
(Frequently Asked Questions)
Our walk starts from Giardini Vittorio Emanuele II, P.za Bra, 37121 Verona (VR), Italy (Arena side - near the fountain). Your GUIDE will be waiting there with a poster and can be recognized by the official tour guide license worn around her neck.
Our walk departs from the meeting point promptly at 10:30 AM, every morning Wednesday through Saturday. The Free Tour runs rain or shine. Please arrive a few minutes early to allow time to find your friendly GUIDE.
Our walk lasts between 2 and 2.5 hours, depending on the size of the group.
Our walking tour is a gentle stroll through the city and is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. It covers about four kilometres and includes plenty of stops along the way. Dogs are welcome.
Comfortable shoes, a bottle of water (you’ll have opportunities to refill it along the way), and sunscreen if you’re joining us during the summer.
Yes, booking is required and can be made using our online form. If you're a large group (10 people or more), please contact us via WhatsApp to make sure we’re ready for you.
We offer Free Tours because we’re passionate about our city and truly in love with it. We believe everyone should have the chance to experience what Verona has to offer. That’s what inspired the creation of our social enterprise, aimed at making fun, creative and educational walking tours accessible to all. Our tours are tip-based: at the end of the tour, you’re free to leave a contribution based on your experience and what you feel comfortable with.
Yes, Private Tours are available upon request. Please contact us via WhatsApp to make a reservation. See our prices and conditions.
At the moment, the tour is only available in English, but we will soon provide the necessary material to follow it in your language (Italian, French, German, Spanish, Dutch). A smartphone will be required.
Since
“Verona is not only about Romeo and Juliet, it’s so much more… But what do most people really know beyond that?
Don’t worry if you don’t have the answer, that’s what we’re here for! Join our Free Walking Tour and let us guide you through opera, gladiators, ancient theaters, medieval streets, stunning castles and historic bridges…
We’re sure you’ll want to come back for more… Rain or shine, come and be part of this little big adventure!”