Verona, Italy 🇮🇹 | 2-Day Trip

📍 Travel Dates A charming small city I adore—visited briefly during Easter 2022 and returned in 2024 to celebrate my birthday! 🎂 Perfect for a stopover if you're driving or taking the train to Venice. 🚗 Parking Tips (for drivers): 📍 Parcheggio Centro – Underground, €1/hour, 15-min walk to the old town (ideal for full-day visits). 📍 Parcheggio Libero Don Mazza – FREE, close to Ponte Pietra (the old stone bridge). ⭐️ Must-See Spots: 🏟️ Verona Arena – One of the world’s best-preserved Roman amphitheaters, still hosting epic opera performances! Pro tip: Book tickets early (check the schedule & pray for no rain 🌧️). 💘 Juliet’s House – The iconic balcony & bronze statue from Romeo & Juliet (yes, Juliet’s right breast shines the brightest ✨). 🌿 Piazza delle Erbe – The oldest square, buzzing with market stalls, cafes, and historic buildings. 🎭 Piazza dei Signori – A Renaissance gem with the town hall & Dante’s statue. Bonus: Public restrooms here! 🕰️ Lamberti Tower – Climb the 84m bell tower for panoramic views (or just admire it from the courtyard). 🌉 Ponte Pietra – A 2,000-year-old Roman stone bridge over the Adige River, rebuilt post-war but still magical—especially at sunset! 🚠 Funicolare di Castel San Pietro – Cross the bridge and hop on this vintage cable car (90-second ride!). At the top, grab a cocktail 🍸 or gelato 🍦 and soak in the stunning red-roofed cityscape. ⛪ Verona Cathedral (Santa Maria Matricolare) – A mix of Romanesque & Gothic styles, with artworks by Titian. Look for the angel statue at the entrance! 📌 Note: Shops are mostly closed on Sundays. #EuropeRoadTrip #ItalyByCar #HiddenGems #VeronaVibes #TravelItaly ✨🇮🇹