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April 28, 2016

A day in The City of Love, Verona, Italy

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Two hours from Milan and Venice, and only a little more than an hour from Brescia, where we were staying, is the city of Verona, best known for being the home of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Juliet’s House will be the place you will want to visit first upon arrival (though doors to the museum don’t typically open till mid-morning). Even when we arrived to the city early on a weekday morning, a mop of tourists had already gathered in the courtyard of where the real-life Cappello family once lived. There’s a statue of Juliet at the foreground where people wait in line to grab her bronze breast because supposedly it makes the one doing so lucky in love. My husband and I passed on this chance, confident that we were going to be OK either way. Watching people anxiously line up to do so, with women as well as men happily posing for photos with the boob of a statue in their hand was, however, the comical introduction to our day in Italy’s City of Love.

A Day in Verona, Italy

Walking through the house itself was a great glimpse of the story of this family and of Juliet herself, although it might disappoint some to learn that Shakespeare’s play is more fiction than truth. Nevertheless, standing on Juliet’s famous balcony is a fun experience. Leave a note for Juliet among the hundreds left from visitors around the world on post-its they stick on the stone wall leading up to her house. Whatever inspires you to take the visit know that in the end, even I – who didn’t really think it was that big of a deal at first – was pretty smitten with the romance of it all.

The many loves notes left in the corridor leading to Juliet's house.

The many loves notes left in the corridor leading to Juliet’s house.

Looking over the courtyard of the beautiful and intimate museum.

Looking over the courtyard of the beautiful and intimate museum.

View from the eyes of my own Romeo as I stand on Juliet's balcony.

View from the eyes of my own Romeo as I stand on Juliet’s balcony.

However, Verona is so much more than this one spot (and more than just one Shakespeare play was set in Verona – The Two Gentlemen of Verona, and The Taming of the Shrew being the other two).  The city is a UNESCO World Heritage site with beautiful architecture and ancient Roman walls that mark the entrance into the city center. 24 hours in Verona, Italy. _GirlGoneTravel.com 24 hours in Verona, Italy. _GirlGoneTravel.com

Because most tourist attractions open later in the morning, we spent a lot of the morning walking around, a perfect time to explore since the streets weren’t as crowded as they turned out to be later in the day. Though the evening scene is also beautiful here, if you are just planning a day visit make sure to arrive early to enjoy it a bit more.

24 hours in Verona, Italy. _GirlGoneTravel.com

Early morning in Verona is lovely.

The Scaliger Tombs. The family ruled in Verona from the 13th to the late 14th century.

The Scaliger Tombs. The family ruled in Verona from the 13th to the late 14th century.

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24 hours in Verona, Italy. _GirlGoneTravel.com

Even the popular Piazza delle Erbe wasn’t as crowded as it often is and we were able to climb the Lamberti tower, Verona’s tallest Medieval tower built by the Lamberti family in 1172, and enjoy the panoramic views with being rushed. The piazza has cafes and a lot of vendor stands where you can shop for gifts and souvenirs.

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Piazza delle Erbe with view of the Lamberti Tower.

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24 hours in Verona, Italy. _GirlGoneTravel.com

View of Piazza delle Erbe from the Lamberti tower.

24 hours in Verona, Italy. _GirlGoneTravel.com

Of course, you can’t miss checking out the Verona Arena, an Roman amphitheatre built in 1st century. Today is is where the city hosts large-scale opera performances celebrated world-wide. In fact, during our visit, a stage was being set up for a concert later that week. My kids really enjoyed this part of our visit.

The views of the city aren't too shabby from the arena.

The views of the city aren’t too shabby from the arena.

Preparing for a concert on this internationally acclaimed arena.

Preparing for a concert on this internationally acclaimed arena.

Taking a break on the steps on a 1st century Roman amphitheatre, as one does.

Taking a break on the steps on a 1st century Roman amphitheatre, as one does.

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24 hours in Verona, Italy. _GirlGoneTravel.com

We ate in one of the cafes right across from the amphitheatre and people-watched. We shopped a bit and indulged in some gelato as we walked admiring all the colors and gorgeous buildings. We left before night fall, our feet exhausted, but our minds delighted with all we had seen. Upon my return, I would consider staying a night in town just to get a feel for it then and maybe even try to catch a Shakespearean play or opera in the arena, all of which add to the romantic air of this wonderful city.

To see more of our road trip adventure through Italy, check out my Instagram and follow hashtag #GGTinItaly. Stay tuned for more Italy stories!

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Brooklyn native Carol is happiest when on an adventure, whether close to home or farther away. She is a small business owner and travel writer. In addition to creating Girl Gone Travel, she is the Founder and Principal of Brave World Media, a social media marketing, communications, and branding agency. She's mom to three wonderful sons and wife to a handsome Irish/Scot. She lives, works, and plays in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of NY.

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