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Verona
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Verona is a Roman and medieval city in the Veneto, built around a first-century amphitheatre, the Arena, which stages open-air opera through the summer. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, centres on Piazza delle Erbe, the Shakespeare-linked Juliet's House and Roman remains such as the Ponte Pietra.
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Verona is a Roman and medieval city in the Veneto, built around a first-century amphitheatre, the Arena, which stages open-air opera through the summer. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, centres on Piazza delle Erbe, the Shakespeare-linked Juliet's House and Roman remains such as the Ponte Pietra.
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Verona is a Roman and medieval city in the Veneto, built around a first-century amphitheatre, the Arena, which stages open-air opera through the summer. Its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, centres on Piazza delle Erbe, the Shakespeare-linked Juliet's House and Roman remains such as the Ponte Pietra.
Best forThe Arena's summer opera season; Roman and medieval sightseeing on foot
When to goSummer for open-air opera at the Arena; spring or autumn for fewer crowds
Getting aroundWalkable historic centre; trains across Italy and Europe; airport nearby
Where to stayNear Piazza delle Erbe or Piazza Bra, within walking distance of the Arena
Maybe skip ifYou want a quiet town away from Romeo-and-Juliet tour crowds
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