Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 554 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group worth booking?
Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group is a 2-hour experience in Verona, Italy, from $45 per person. It scores 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 554 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 91 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (554)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $45 per person
Verona is one of Northern Italy’s most captivating cities, but truly understanding its history, stories, and hidden details is something you simply can’t get from a guidebook alone. This guided walking tour of Verona is designed to let you experience the city through the eyes of a local expert, turning every corner into a story and every monument into a living piece of history. From the imposing Castelvecchio and the Arco dei Gavi to the lively atmosphere of Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza dei Signori, each stop becomes more than just a photo opportunity, it becomes a meaningful connection to Verona’s past and present. The tour ends in Piazza Bra, where you’ll admire the Arena from the outside, one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world and a symbol of Verona’s timeless charm. If you want to make the most of your time in Verona, you can already enhance your experience by booking a combined offer that includes this guided walking tour together with Arena guided tour.
What you get
About this experience
Verona is one of Northern Italy’s most captivating cities, but truly understanding its history, stories, and hidden details is something you simply can’t get from a guidebook alone. This guided walking tour of Verona is designed to let you experience the city through the eyes of a local expert, turning every corner into a story and every monument into a living piece of history. From the imposing Castelvecchio and the Arco dei Gavi to the lively atmosphere of Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza dei Signori, each stop becomes more than just a photo opportunity, it becomes a meaningful connection to Verona’s past and present. The tour ends in Piazza Bra, where you’ll admire the Arena from the outside, one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world and a symbol of Verona’s timeless charm. If you want to make the most of your time in Verona, you can already enhance your experience by booking a combined offer that includes this guided walking tour together with Arena guided tour.
What's included
Included
- Local tour guide
- Arena Guided Tour (if option selected)
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Scaligero Bridge
It connects the Verona’s late-medieval castle to the Adige’s left bank. It was almost destroyed in a bombing and later fully rebuilt looking precisely similar to the original one.
Pass by without stopping
Museo di Castelvecchio
It's located in the eponymous medieval castle.
Pass by without stopping
Arco dei Gavi
It is an elegant I century AD construction of the Roman architect Vitruvio, that celebrates the glory of the gens Gavia, an important Roman family of Verona.
Pass by without stopping
Arena di Verona
It was built by the Romans in the 1st century AD, in the Augustan period. Still today the Arena is the famous setting for Verona's spectacular opera season.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Casa di Giulietta
You will see the courtyard of the Capuleti's house, where the famous protagonist of the Shakespearean tragedy lived.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Romeo's House (Casa di Romeo)
Romeo's house is a medieval palace in the centre of Verona. Until the early fourteenth century it was the home of the Montecchi family who, according to legends and literary texts, was Romeo's family.The building is private, inhabited, and we can only see it from the outside
Pass by without stopping
Piazza Bra
It's the largest piazza in Verona, is lined with numerous cafés and restaurants, along with several charming buildings
15 minutes here
Arche Scaligere
It's the Scaligeri cemetery. As well as several sarcophagi, we find the three wonderful arches built for Cangrande I, Mastino II and Cansignorio.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Piazza delle Erbe
It was the Forum, centre of city life during Roman times. The centre of the square contains the monuments that symbolise the different rulers of Verona: the most famous is the fountain, built during Scaligeri rule.
5 minutes here
Piazza dei Signori
The Piazza dei Signori was the former centre of power in Verona. A large statue by the famous Italian poet Dante Alighieri has dominated the square since 1865 and gave the square the nickname “Piazza Dante”.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Verona
The guide will be in front of the Arena gate n.5 (ticket office) and will have a yellow umbrella. The only tour departing from this location (the Arena) is: Walking tour in Italian (PM)
Meeting point
Verona
The guide will be in front of the theater holding a yellow sign with "TOUR" written. Tours departing from this location (Teatro Ristori) are: Walking Tour in English (AM) // Walking Tour + Arena Tour (AM) // Walking Tour in Italian (AM)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Walking Tour in English (AM)
Duration: 2 hours Meeting Point: Via Teatro Ristori 7, in front of Ristori Theater Language: This tour is only offered in English Starting point: Via Teatro Ristori, 7, 37122 Verona VR, Italy
Walking Tour + Arena Tour (AM)
Duration: 3 hours: This option also includes the Arena skip-the-line guided tour, starting at 12:30 PM. The city walking tour ends at 12:00 PM. Language: This tour is only offered in English. Starting point: Via Teatro Ristori, 7, 37122 Verona VR, Italy
Walking Tour in Italian (AM)
Duration: 2 hours Meeting Point: Via Teatro Ristori 7, in front of Ristori Theater Language: This tour is only offered in Italian. Starting point: Via Teatro Ristori, 7, 37122 Verona VR, Italy
Walking tour in Italian (PM)
Duration: 2 hours Meeting Point: Piazza Bra, in front of the Arena at gate n. 5 (ticket office) Language: This tour is only offered in Italian Starting point: Arena di Verona, P.za Bra, 1, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ways
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
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- This tour runs rain or shine
- This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants
- Please note that some parts of the tour may not be easily accessible for people with reduced mobility (or any kind of disability), if you are unsure of the details, feel free to contact us.
- Please note that in case of adverse weather conditions (eg. bad storms, unexpected extreme events), or unforeseen circumstances (eg. monuments sudden closures, train/flight cancellations or delays) we do not guarantee a full refund. The company will examine each case and act accordingly.
- Please note that from December 6th 2025 to January 6th 2026, the tour does not include the access to Juliet's Balcony as usual. Due to high visitor numbers, the city administration has decided that access is only possible with the purchase of a ticket. You can ask us for information on how to purchase your ticket, but we will not purchase it for you.
- Please note that, starting from October 1st 2026, entrance tickets to the Arena di Verona are name-based, so we kindly ask you to send us the full name (first and last name) of every guest in your group. Your guide will have the tickets and hand them out on the day of the tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 554 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
554 verified traveler reviews for Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Verona walking tour - great overview!
The tour exceeded my expectations! Bernaretta, our guide, was a wealth of knowledge and made learning about Verona's rich history both fascinating and fun. A great overview of this compact but mighty city. Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience, full of...
Great experience, full of interesting historical facts and with a friendly guide. However, I think it would be important to remind people that they need to be fit enough to follow a reasonable walking rythm, as we had a lady of a certain age in our group who slowed us down quite a bit.
via Viator
Great walking tour of Verona
We just had an excellent walking tour of Verona with Priscilla. She is very knowledgeable, funny and attentive. We were able to extend the tour with the entrance to Arena. Highly recommend the both.
via Viator
In depth Verona with a fun guide
Maria was very knowledgeable and told us a great deal about the history of Verona in a compact and interesting way. We saw details of In depth many monuments we would have missed if we had seen them without a guide. It was a fun and informative tour which I recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic relaxed 2 hr walk with Benadetta.
Fantastic relaxed 2hr walk with Benadetta, full of information about the history and culture of Verona - stuff you'd never pick up from a guide book. It flew by and gave us taster for places to explore further. Highly recommended.
via Viator
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
- Price range
- $45 to $69
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 194
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by Ways, who run 28 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.3 and 2 in the 90+ Club.
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Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Verona.
How much does Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group cost?
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Prices start at $45 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 Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group 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 Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 554 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Verona, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group?
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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 Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group 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 Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group?
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Around 194 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 Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group 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.
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What is included in Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group?
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Included: Local tour guide; and Arena Guided Tour (if option selected). Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group?
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The guide will be in front of the Arena gate n.5 (ticket office) and will have a yellow umbrella. The only tour departing from this location (the Arena) is: Walking tour in Italian (PM) Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group offered in?
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It is offered in English and Italian. 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 Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group?
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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 Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Please note that some parts of the tour may not be easily accessible for people with reduc. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group 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 Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group?
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Across 554 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Verona Highlights Walking Tour in Small-group?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Walking Tour in English (AM), Walking Tour + Arena Tour (AM), Walking Tour in Italian (AM), Walking tour in Italian (PM). Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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