It’s time to start dreaming of your next family trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Verona, Italy, with us.
The oldest bridge in Verona, Ponte Pietra is a Roman arch bridge spanning the Adige River dating back to 100 B.C.E. The ancient Roman road of Via Postumia passed over this bridge. Walk across the bridge to see the river and city from new angles. © Yasonya | Dreamstime.com
The Giusti Palace and Garden in east Verona dates back to the 16th century and is the embodiment of a true Italian garden. The gardens feature a hedge maze, parterre and terrace gardens. © Dudlajzov | Dreamstime.com
Famous for wine production, Valpolicella makes three grape varieties to create the beloved red wine. Wine has been made in the region since the time of the ancient Greeks and features many vineyards open for tastings and tours. © Alberto Masnovo | Dreamstime.com
Piazza dei Signori is a historic city square centered around a monument to poet and writer Dante Alighieri. The Church of Santa Maria Antica and other historic buildings dating back to the Middle Ages line the square. © Mihail Ivanov | Dreamstime.com
You’ll never have to worry for the picky eater in your family when in Verona. Enjoy the Italian sun with a meal on an outdoor terrace. Cafés like Emanuel Café overlook Verona Arena amphitheater and serve classic Italian dishes like pizza, fresh pasta and tiramisu. © Stanislav Samoylik | Dreamstime.com
Are your kids reading Shakespeare in school? Believed to be the inspiration behind Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the stone balcony of Casa di Giulietta dates back to the 14th century. The house is also a museum and visitors are invited to stand on the balcony like Juliet did. © Luca Lorenzelli | Dreamstime.com
Built in 30 A.D., Arena di Verona is a Roman amphitheater still used today for large opera performances. One of the best-preserved ancient structures of its kind, the amphitheater can hold almost 30,000 people. The arena hosts an annual summer festival, too. © Luciano Mortula | Dreamstime.com
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