Guided tour

Verona: History and Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Activity provider: Fabio Massimo Rapanà
Guided tour

Verona: History and Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Activity provider: Fabio Massimo Rapanà

From US$ 37.73 per person

Join your licensed guide on a walking journey through the city center of Verona. Know about the 2,000 years old history of the city and visit the Palazzo Della Ragione, Palazzo Della Scala, etc.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Italian, German, Spanish
Wheelchair accessible
Private group available

Experience

Highlights
  • Journey back in time to ancient Verona on a walk with a professional guide
  • Discover the city's famous sights, such as Piazza dei Signori and Verona Arena
  • Travel through the different eras of local history as you visit each major site
  • Marvel at the spectacular views of the cityscape from the two oldest bridges
  • Wander down and window shop on Verona's main streets il Corso and via Cappello
Full description

Stroll through Verona's city center on an informative walking experience with a local guide. Follow the different eras of the town's history as you walk through its main landmarks, including the main square, the Palazzo del Capitano, and the ancient Roman ruins.

Meet your guide and enjoy a live commentary as you begin your tour. Start out back in the Roman era, with a walk through the ancient bridge, gateway, looming arch, and archeological site. Continue to the medieval ages and stroll through the Piazza Bra, Piazza dei Signori, and Piazza delle Erbe.

Stop at the massive Verona Arena and learn about its history. See Verona's palaces, such as Palazzo della Ragione, Palazzo Della Scala, and Palazzo del Capitano. Marvel at the decadently decorated Loggia del Consiglio and Arche Scaligere.

Head over to Juliet's balcony, discover the famous story of two star-crossed lovers, and hear local secrets about them. Lastly, walk through the main streets of Mazzini, Cappello, and il Corso, and cross over the medieval castle bridge before returning to the starting point.

Includes
  • Tour guide
  • City map
  • Tips for tour guide

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Water

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine.
Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 190 reviews

Review summary

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  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Fabio really knows this city and you can tell. His tour was really interesting and informative and really enlightening; you realise you're somewhere steeped in history and that Verona has had many lives in the past. There is so much in plain sight that you miss, until you are taught where to look. Fabio also gave me a few local tips as to where to eat, get good views of the city, and was good company. An enjoyable part of my trip I would recommend to anyone.

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March 26, 2023

The tour was a wonderful experience. Fabio was excellent! He was friendly, knowledgeable and had a great way of engaging both adults and children. It was interesting for everyone. We walked through the city's iconic sites and learned about Verona's history, culture and architecture. I highly recommend this tour especially if you are visiting for a short time and want to see it all...

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March 26, 2023

I had the privilege of meeting Fabio in Verona for the hidden gems walking tour this last Saturday. He is the most passionate, knowledgeable, and attentive guide making my experience in Verona uniquely precious. It has been my favorite tour, and enriched my brain and heart in ways never done before. Taking this tour taught me to appreciate art and history in a completely different way from what I had been previously, and gave me a passionate and romantic view of Verona in its timeless essence (in it’s Plazzas, building styles, recycled historic materials, sculptures, and variations in artistic style). From the first moment the ecstatic passion emanating from Fabio became contagious, making my experience even more joyful, motivated, and pleasurable. You will also receive extremely valuable information regarding great restaurants, views, extra tips and alleys to cross, and things to keep in mind to connect with Verona’s true emotion and history.

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March 26, 2023

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