Verona is one of my favourite places in Italy, if not Europe. The quaint Venetian architecture, the incredible food and delightful smells and colours come out most in the Spring. It is not too hot and the warm weather makes for a perfect escape from the UK. If you are visiting Verona in the Spring, here is my handy guide on what to see and do.
Visit the Arena
Firstly, you have to see the Verona Arena. This impressive Roman relic was apparently built as a practice for the more famous one in Rome and could hold up to 30,000 people. Nowadays it is not used for games involving gladiators and beasts, but is a rather famous concert hall. There are events happening all the time and I would recommend looking a few months in advance to see whether there is anything going on when you are there.
See the City
Spring is the best time to explore Verona as it won’t get too hot. In April, temperatures typically are in the early-to-mid twenties each day, so you can walk around the city at a good temperature. I would start at Centro Storico, which will take you into the heart of the old town. Head up to see Juliet’s Balcony where the famous Shakespearian tragedy took place, or see the impressive Torre dei Lamberti.
Spring Sunset at Ponte di Castelvecchio
A highlight of my visit to Verona was walking across the Ponte di Castelvecchio at sunset. The colour palette of Italy is unlike any other place on Earth and the warm colours are unparalleled. Head down here before an evening meal or drink to relax in the evening light. Make sure you bring your camera though; it will be beautiful.
Smell the Flowers
I loved the smells walking around Verona. Jasmine and Oleander were the most beautiful and really added a new dimension to the experience. I can honestly say that I haven’t been to such a floral-smelling place before. Without a doubt, I would encourage you to walk around the parks and streets to take in the scents. Plus, as an added bonus, the Oleander plants are just beautiful in the Spring (even if they are deadly!).
Lunch Al Fresco
Okay, this one you can do anywhere warm, but Verona hits differently. Piazza Delle Erbe is one of my favourite places in the city and is home to some extraordinary restaurants. This is the perfect place to enjoy a light Italian lunch such as a pizza or antipasti selection. Another good place is by the river for a different atmosphere.
Climb Up Piazzale Castel San Pietro
If you are visiting Verona in the Spring, you have to climb up Piazzale Castel San Pietro. This is over the river from the main town and, I warn you, is a bit of a hike! I would suggest climbing here early in the morning or at sunset so it isn’t too hot. Plus, you will be rewarded with a stunning orange glow over the city. If you are looking to have a picnic in Verona, this is the place.
Giusti Gardens
These gardens are some of the best in Italy, hands down. In the Summer, I find that the weather is almost too hot to really enjoy it and the green just is not as vibrant. The Spring on the other hand is much better and brings the green mazes to life. Plus, it is relatively cool which is perfect for exploring. They are definitely worth a visit when you are in Verona.
Visit Peschiera del Garda
Just a short train ride away from Verona is the town of Peschiera del Garda. This is the gateway to the rest of the lake, but it does have its own charm. Whilst you probably couldn’t spend the entire day here, a few hours strolling around and eating gelato is a must. Spring time is when all of the bright flowers come out and the smells fill the air. In my opinion, it is the best time to see this charming little place.
Visit Sirmione
Also on the Lake is Sirmione, one of the more famous towns in Italy. Because of this it is generally really busy and you’ll be lucky if you can find a place to sit for lunch! However, in early Spring most of the tourists haven’t arrived yet, which means that you can explore in a more leisurely fashion. Visiting Verona in the Spring should automatically come with a day trip here; you won’t regret it!
Visit Borghetto
We only discovered this town by accident and we’re glad that we did. When we were at the tourist office in Peschiera, we heard that all buses around the lake were cancelled. Because of this, the staff recommended getting a taxi to Borghetto. It turned out that it is easily one of the prettiest towns in Italy. Because it was Spring, the town was not too busy and the flowers were extra vibrant. It also was not too hot (there really aren’t many places for shelter here!).
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