Verona Traveler Essentials
- Safety rating
- 8.6/10
- Best time to visit
- April to June and September to October, or summer for the open-air opera festival.
- Population
- 0.3M
Overview
The romantic setting of Romeo and Juliet, Verona enchants with a remarkably intact Roman arena, pastel palazzi, and a riverside old town. Summer opera performances in the ancient amphitheater are a highlight of any visit.
Getting around
The compact historic center is easily walked, with buses for outlying areas.
Local etiquette
Dress modestly in churches and embrace the leisurely Italian dining pace.
Safety
Verona is very safe; use ordinary caution against petty theft around major tourist sites.