Italy
Day trips in Verona
Full-day excursions to the places worth leaving the city for. Verona's Roman Arena, built in the first century, still hosts a summer opera festival under the stars.
Best day trips in Verona
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What to expect
Day trips usually run 8 to 12 hours with transport and guide, sometimes lunch and entries. Departure points are central; hotel pickup costs more.
Popular day trips from Verona: Lake Garda (Sirmione), Valpolicella, Venice and Mantua.
How to choose
- What is included: entries, lunch, guide on site
- Time actually spent at destination vs on the road
- Group size on the bus
- Free cancellation in case of weather
Local tips
- Compare what is included before comparing prices: entries and lunch change the real cost.
- The cheaper unnumbered seats at the Arena are on stone steps, so bring a cushion and arrive early to get a good spot.
- The VeronaCard covers the Arena, Castelvecchio, the Lamberti Tower and city buses, and is good value for a full day of sightseeing.
Combine it with: Opera at the Arena di Verona, Old town walk: Piazza delle Erbe, Juliet's House and Lamberti Tower and Valpolicella and Amarone wine tour.
Frequently asked questions
How long do day trips in Verona last?
Day trips usually run 8 to 12 hours with transport and guide, sometimes lunch and entries. Departure points are central; hotel pickup costs more.
What is the best way to book day trips in Verona?
Compare what is included before comparing prices: entries and lunch change the real cost. The cheaper unnumbered seats at the Arena are on stone steps, so bring a cushion and arrive early to get a good spot.
Can I cancel day trips in Verona?
Most experiences listed here offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Check the conditions on the booking page before paying.
When is the best time to visit Verona?
May to September covers the opera festival, which runs roughly from June to early September; May and September are the most comfortable months. Hotels fill and prices jump during Vinitaly, the wine fair held in April.