Verona Classic Walking tour
Verona, Italy

Verona Classic Walking tour

Outty Ranking 61 4.4 · 8 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $56
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Outty Ranking

61/100

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Traveler rating

4.4/5

Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Verona Classic Walking tour worth booking?

Verona Classic Walking tour is a 2-hour experience in Verona, Italy, from $56 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
61 / 100
Rating
4.4/5 (8)
Duration
2 hours
From
$56 per person

Admire the beautiful city of Verona, Unesco enlisted world heritage site, walking along its streets and piazzas with a licensed guide in a 2-hour semi private tour. Our licensed guide will take you on a journey through time, from the Romans to the Middle Age. From the most famous amphitheater, the Arena to the Tombe Scaligere, commemoration of the Scaliger family who ruled Verona in the 13th-14th century. Immerse yourself in today’s life of this ancient city: in Piazza delle Erbe and in Piazza dei Signori. Verona is of course well known also for its Shakespeare associations, for the tragic love between Romeo and Juliet. End your tour by the famous balcony and read the wishes of the lovers who left a love note pinned to the wall of Giulietta’s house. If you feel particular inspired and you are single, you can also declaim the famous “ O Romeo, Romeo! wherefore art thou Romeo? “, he might be hiding in Verona.

What you get

    About this experience

    Admire the beautiful city of Verona, Unesco enlisted world heritage site, walking along its streets and piazzas with a licensed guide in a 2-hour semi private tour. Our licensed guide will take you on a journey through time, from the Romans to the Middle Age. From the most famous amphitheater, the Arena to the Tombe Scaligere, commemoration of the Scaliger family who ruled Verona in the 13th-14th century. Immerse yourself in today’s life of this ancient city: in Piazza delle Erbe and in Piazza dei Signori. Verona is of course well known also for its Shakespeare associations, for the tragic love between Romeo and Juliet. End your tour by the famous balcony and read the wishes of the lovers who left a love note pinned to the wall of Giulietta’s house. If you feel particular inspired and you are single, you can also declaim the famous “ O Romeo, Romeo! wherefore art thou Romeo? “, he might be hiding in Verona.

    What's included

    Included

    • Expert and Licensed English

    What you'll see and do

    1. Arena di Verona

      The Arena, built in the first century, is an open-air Roman amphitheater still fully in use today. With seating for 30000 people, music connoisseurs come to Verona to enjoy operas and pop music concerts.

      10 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Piazza dei Signori

      The famous piazza, ringed by elegant Renaissance palazzi, assumes still today political and administrative functions during the day but it is also the chosen location of the university crowd during the happy hour.

      10 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Arche Scaligere

      These remarkable funerary tombs commemorate the Scaliger family who ruled Verona on 13th and 14th century. The most representative monument of the Gothic art, the tombs are placed within an enclosure of wrought iron grilles decorated with a stair motif, referring to the name of the della Scala family, meaning "of the stairs" in Italian.

      10 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. Casa di Giulietta

      This is the reason why most of the tourist visit Verona, to visit and listen to one of the most romantic and tragic love story written by Shakespeare. He did indeed take inspiration for his famous play from a true story of family rivalry, forbidden love and feuding, all of which happened in Verona during the 1300s.

      10 minutes here · Admission not included

    5. Piazza delle Erbe

      Piazza delle Erbe, originally a Roman forum, is surrounded by buzzing cafes and some of Verona’s most sumptuous buildings. If you happen to be there during the week (Monday to Friday) you will also have a chance to do some shopping, there is a fruit and vegetables market in the morning.

      10 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Verona

    In front of the main entrance - The guide will be holding a yellow sign

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Citywalkers

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    8 verified traveler reviews for Verona Classic Walking tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Juliet_M · July 2024

    Terrible

    Do not book with this tour operator. The guide did not show up at the meeting point and when we contacted them and Viator also contacted them we were asked to wait as somebody would come and they were getting in touch with the guide. After 50 minutes and no show we gave up waiting. Thankfully we are getting a full refund. Not impressed.

    via Viator

    oliviarX7418KM · June 2024

    Milan is more than it meets the eye

    The tour was fantastic! Our guide Marco was so enthusiastic about Milanese history you couldn’t help but be as excited as him. Couldn’t recommend enough.

    via Tripadvisor

    C472VMannab · October 2023

    Wide array of history in a short distance to travel. Excellent smaller group tour

    This walking tour completely exceeded my expectations. Priscilla brought the history of her city to life with her energy, humor, sometimes song (lol) , extensive knowledge and great visual examples. I had no real knowledge of Verona (other than from Shakespeare) so I was so incredibly surprised to learn of its colorful history and how that history shapes the physical buildings around you. I was grateful that the group size was smaller and we weren't covering an extensive amount of distance. Each stop was long enough to actually learn about it, take a photo and just enjoy before the next stop. Priscilla was an excellent tour guide, she was easily able to answer off the cuff questions and clearly loves what she does. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to learn about this beautiful city and getting a good introduction for later exploration. 10/10!

    via Tripadvisor

    nicklR6074FW · October 2023

    Milan City Walkers

    We did the City Walkers tour of Milan with Marco. His enthusiasm, depth of knowledge and love for his city was amazing. He managed to keep his group (platoon) engaged for the duration of the tour

    via Tripadvisor

    AL_RTW · September 2023

    Fun and Informative

    Loved it! Fun and informative city walk tour. Great stories about the city's history, people and important sites. Marco, our guide, was super knowledgeable and very patient. You will learn things that are not in any boring travel book or blog. He will also give some great tips about places to see and free things to do during the rest of the trip.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    3
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Citywalkers, who run 11 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.0.

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    Why this scores 61

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)70
    Review evidence (18% weight)36
    Booking momentum (14% weight)28
    Value for money (12% weight)79
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)41
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Verona Classic Walking tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Verona.

    How much does Verona Classic Walking tour cost?

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    Prices start at $56 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Verona usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Verona Classic Walking tour take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Verona is not rushed.

    Is Verona Classic Walking tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Verona, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Verona Classic Walking tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Verona Classic Walking tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Verona Classic Walking tour?

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    Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Verona can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Verona and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Verona Classic Walking tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Verona within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Verona?

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    On Outty we rank every Verona experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Verona Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class With Wine by Cooking Italy, Highlights and hidden gems Verona Bike Tour, Verona e-bike tour: city center and panoramic views. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Verona?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Verona?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Verona Classic Walking tour?

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    Included: Expert and Licensed English. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Verona Classic Walking tour?

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    In front of the main entrance - The guide will be holding a yellow sign Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Verona Classic Walking tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Verona Classic Walking tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Verona Classic Walking tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Verona Classic Walking tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Verona. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Verona Classic Walking tour?

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    Across 8 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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