Is the Verona Card Worth It? You’ll Want to Know This First

Q: What is free with the Verona Card?

The Verona Card gives you free entry to over 15 attractions — including the Arena di Verona , Juliet’s House , Castelvecchio Museum , Lamberti Tower , and some of the city’s most beautiful churches. You also get unlimited rides on city buses , fast-track access at the Arena and discounts to private gardens and museums inside and outside Verona.

Q: How much do tickets cost in Verona?

Individual ticket ranges from €6 to €12 . For example, the Arena alone is €12 , Juliet’s House is €6 , Castelvecchio is €9 , and most churches are €4 . So if you plan to visit even just a few places, the Verona Card (starting at €27) saves you money right away — and way more if you’re staying for 2 days.

Q: Is there a lot to do in Verona, Italy?

Yes — so much more than just Romeo and Juliet . Verona is full of Roman ruins, castles, medieval towers, churches with jaw-dropping interiors, peaceful gardens, and piazzas that make you want to just sit and people-watch for hours.

Q: How much time do you need in Verona?

You can see a lot in one day — especially with the Verona Card — but I’d say 2 days is the sweet spot. One day lets you hit the highlights, but two days gives you time to slow down, explore the hidden corners, and really feel the city’s rhythm.

I don’t usually buy city passes.

They always seem like a good idea — until you’re rushing from sight to sight trying to squeeze out your money’s worth in 24 hours. Not exactly relaxing, right?

But here’s what I wish someone told me before my partner and I went to Verona:

The ticket to the Arena alone is nearly half the price of the Verona Card — and the card lets you skip the line.

That one detail changed everything.

So “Is the Verona Card worth it?” Yes — if you’re planning to visit the Arena, especially during summer season or if you’re planning to see at least three attractions in Verona.

But is it worth it for you? In this post, I’ll break down when (and when not) it’s worth it, where to get it, and how to make the most of the card. I’ll also share our itinerary that made me fall in love with this Italian city!

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What is the Verona Card?

The Verona Card is the official city pass of Verona. It offers free access to 15+ top attractions, including iconic spots like:

The Arena di Verona (yes, the actual Roman amphitheater)
Juliet’s House (including the balcony)
Castelvecchio Museum
Torre dei Lamberti
And some of the most beautiful churches you’ll see in Italy

It also includes unlimited access to city buses and priority skip-the-line entry at select attractions — most notably, the Arena.

In addition, the card offers discounts to the Arena Opera Festival, Giardino Giusti Gardens, and several private museums both in and outside the city.

verona card price

You can buy either:

A 24-hour pass for €27
Or a 48-hour pass for €32

You can buy the Verona Card online through trusted platforms like GetYourGuide and Tiq e ts. The price is the same whether you buy it online or at the Tourist Office, but booking online includes free cancellation and a dedicated fast pickup lane for online purchase.

Does It Actually Save You Anything?

Here’s what I visited in one day:

Attraction	Regular Price
Arena di Verona	€12
Castelvecchio Museum	€9
Torre dei Lamberti	€6
Juliet’s House	€12
Church Sant’Anastasia	€4
Verona Cathedral	€4

Total without Verona Card: €47
Verona Card (24hr): €27
Savings: €20

That’s already €20 in savings for things we wanted to do anyway. Plus, we skipped the line at the Arena — imagine standing in line for hours in summer! That alone felt like a superpower.

Also, I highly recommend staying for two days — I wish we did! Verona is just so beautiful and not as crowded as the other famous Italian cities. For just €5 more, you can get the 48-hour pass and see even more of Verona.

Honestly? The 48-hour pass is a no-brainer.

When is the Verona Card Worth It

Verona Card is worth it if:

You’re in Verona for 1 or 2 days
You plan to visit Verona Arena or Juliet’s House
You plan to visit at least 2 or 3 top attractions
You want to skip lines, especially in summer
You will use the city bus

If you’re visiting for more than a day, go for the 48-hour Verona Card — it’s the best value.

When It Might Not Be Worth It

Verona Card (like any city card) is not for everyone. Skip it if:

You only plan to visit one attraction
You’re only visiting for a night.
You only plan to walk around the plazas, bridges and free viewpoints.
You’ll be in Verona on Monday (many attractions are closed)
You already have free entry (e.g. EU students or kids)

Other than this, Verona Card is absolutely worth it!

where to buy verona card

Ready to buy your Verona City Pass? Here’s where you can get Verona Card:

Online through GetYourGuide or Tiqets (recommended — fast, secure, and includes free cancellation)
At the Tourist Office in Verona (Via Leoncino 61)
In some museum and monuments (subject to availability and lines may be longer)
In some main churches

Bonus: If you book your Verona Card online through this site, you’ll get access to my free 24-hour and 48-hour itineraries + a Google Map route at no extra cost to you!
Get your free itinerary here →

our experience with the Verona card

Verona is one of our stops in our 6-day roadtrip through Northern Italy.

We found out that Verona has a city pass — the Verona Card — and we debated whether it would actually be worth it for our only day in the city.

I don’t usually buy city passes because I hate the feeling of rushing through museums just to “get my money’s worth.” I’d rather explore slowly and see the places I really like.

So we asked ourselves: what do we actually want to see in Verona?

We both want to see Arena di Verona. Neither of us had been inside a Roman amphitheater before, and we were excited to finally experience one.

We were also curious about the Castelvecchio Museum, especially since we hadn’t visited any museums in Italy yet. Seeing Juliet’s balcony and climbing the Lamberti Tower sounded nice, but they were optional depending on the crowds. And at least one basilica was on our must-see list.

When we added up the prices — €12 for the Arena, €9 for Castelvecchio, and about €4 for a church visit — we were already close to the €27 Verona Card price. So we thought: why not go for it and get access to even more?

We picked up our cards at the Verona Tourist Information, which is just around the corner from the Arena — super convenient.

There was a special lane for online bookings through GetYourGuide and Tiqets, so we got our cards quickly. The lady at the counter was really helpful and told us to start with the Arena because it would close early that day (March 2025 — it closed at 3:30pm).

As we walked up to the Arena, we were surprised at how organized everything was. The staff knew about the card and immediately directed us to Gate 5, where we used the fast-track access. If we were visiting during the summer with heavy crowds, this alone would’ve made the card totally worth it.

Visitors line up outside the entrance to the Arena di Verona, a Roman amphitheater with weathered stone arches, set against colorful nearby buildings and a bright blue sky. — **Verona Arena**

View of Verona’s Piazza Bra on a sunny day, with colorful historic buildings lining the promenade, a green ornate lamppost in the foreground, and people dining al fresco along the stone-paved walkway. — **Piazza Brà**

Even though the Arena was under renovation when we visited, just being inside was still so memorable. To walk through a structure that once hosted gladiator fights and now hosts world-class operas? Chills.

From there, we wandered through Piazza Brà (it’s exactly the dreamy Italian square you imagine), then headed to Castelvecchio Museum — and wow.

Honestly, this was the surprise highlight of our day. Between the medieval art, Renaissance paintings, and a full-on special exhibit about fascism (complete with sound effects and holograms!), we were immersed the entire time.

After that, we walked across the Scaliger Bridge and made our way to Lamberti Tower. While I didn’t love that the top was covered with screens — the views were stunning. We could spot everywhere we’d been and where we were headed next.

We had a quick lunch at Piazza delle Erb. We grab some pizza slices at Cruncheria (seriously, don’t skip this if you’re into pizza) and a gelato from Gelateria Impero. Their salted pistachio? Heaven.

A hand holds a plate of thick, square-cut pizza from Cruncheria Verona slices topped with melted cheese, tomatoes, and herbs, in front of historic buildings and an arched entryway in a sunny piazza in Verona. — Can this get more Italian than this?

A close-up of a cup of pistachio and tiramisu gelato fro Gelato Impero with a cookie stick and spoon, held up in front of historic buildings in Verona’s Piazza dei Signori. — There’s always a reason to have a gelato in Italy

Then we braced ourselves for the crowds at Juliet’s House. It was packed — even off-season.

But when we entered (thanks to the free reservation with the Verona Card), it was nearly empty inside. The museum isn’t huge, but standing on that balcony while your partner takes a photo from below? It hits different.

And to be honest, most people outside had no idea they needed a reservation or that the Verona Card even included it. We saw people asking how to get up there and being surprised when they couldn’t.

After snapping our photos (and yes, touching Juliet’s statue for love luck), we walked to Sant’Anastasia, the largest church in Verona — and easily one of the most beautiful we’ve seen.

Matthias even said it was more stunning than Sagrada Família (and even without the crowd). We also got audio guide (included with the card) that helped us appreciate every painting, chapel, and sculpture inside.

We also made a quick stop at Verona Cathedral. This one is rich with Romanesque carvings. The fact that we could enter both for free, with no extra planning, was such a bonus.

We ended our day with golden hour views at Ponte Pietra and a short uphill walk to Castel San Pietro.

Watching the sun set over the red rooftops of Verona was the perfect end to our one and only day in the city — and honestly, we wouldn’t have done it any other way.

verona card 24h itinerary

Only have one day in Verona? This itinerary covers the city’s must-sees without making you feel rushed.

It’s the exact route we followed — perfect for first-timers using the Verona Card and wanting to make the most of it without cramming too much in.

Pick up your Verona Card
Start at the Tourist Information Office (Via Leoncino 61, just near Piazza Brà). If you booked online through GetYourGuide or Tiqets, there’s a fast lane to pick up your card in just minutes.

Arena di Verona

It’s the #1 must-see in Verona. It’s one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world! Get there early, especially during peak season. Lineas can be really long. With Verona Card, you can use the fast-track Gate 5 entrance.

Piazza Brà

After the Arena, take a few minutes to soak in the atmosphere of this grand piazza lined with cafés, statues, and postcard-perfect views.

Castelvecchio Museum

A short walk from Piazza Brà, this museum inside a medieval fortress houses important mediaeval, renaissance and modern art collections. Don’t miss the views from the walls and bridge!

A long, brick pedestrian walkway lined with crenellated walls, part of the historic Scaliger Bridge in Verona, with lush greenery and mountains in the background. — **Scaliger Bridge**

Walk the Scaliger Bridge

Right outside the museum, this historic bridge offers river views before heading toward the old town.

Piazza delle Erbe

Grab a slice from Cruncheria (seriously, some of the best pizza we had in Italy), and if you’ve got a sweet tooth, follow it up with a gelato from Gelateria Impero — the salted pistachio is unreal.

Torre dei Lamberti

Use the elevator (or brave the stairs!) for panoramic views over Verona. You’ll spot the Arena, Castelvecchio, and where you’re headed next.

A panoramic view over Verona, Italy, showcasing terracotta rooftops under a clear blue sky, with the snow-capped Alps faintly visible in the distance. — Panoramic View from Torre dei Lamberti

Piazza dei Signori and Scaliger Tombs

Few steps from Torre dei Lamberti, walk to Piazza dei Signori, often referred to as Verona’s “living room”. It is a charming square surrounded by historic buildings and a statue of Dante Alighieri at its center.

Adjacent to the piazza, you’ll find the Scaliger Tombs—remarkable Gothic monuments honoring the influential Della Scala family. It’s only open during summer but you can still peek from the gate even if it’s closed.

Juliet’s House

Use your Verona Card to enter for free, but remember: you need to reserve a time slot in advance, even with the card. The museum is small, but the balcony moment is iconic — especially if your travel partner’s waiting below with a camera.

For Juliet’s love luck, tradition says to rub the right breast of Juliet’s statue in the courtyard of Juliet’s House.

Me standing smiling on Juliet’s iconic stone balcony, which juts from the aged brick facade of Casa di Giulietta in Verona, beneath a clear blue sky. — The famous Juliet’s Balcony

A rustic bedroom display with a carved wooden bed covered in white linens and throw pillows, set against exposed brick walls and tall windows with sheer curtains, inside Juliet’s House in Verona. — The bed of Juliet

Basilica of Sant’Anastasia

This is the largest church in Verona — gothic, grand, and filled with art. The included audio guide explains everything beautifully and adds so much meaning to your visit.

The red-brick facade of the Basilica di Santa Anastasia in Verona, featuring a large round rose window and a striped stone Gothic archway above the main entrance, set against a cloudless blue sky. — **Basilica of Sant’Anastasia** (exterior)

An upward view of the intricately frescoed ceilings and grand stone columns inside the Basilica di Santa Anastasia in Verona, featuring vibrant floral and heraldic designs. — **Basilica of Sant’Anastasia** (interior)

Verona Cathedral (Duomo) (optional)

If you’re walking nearby, stop in. It’s a quicker visit than Sant’Anastasia, but full of Romanesque charm and historic detail.

Ponte Pietra + Castel San Pietro

Wrap up your day with a scenic walk across Ponte Pietra, then climb (or take the funicular) to Castel San Pietro for the best view in Verona — especially at sunset. Trust us, it’s magic.

A scenic view of Verona framed by tree branches, highlighting two tall brick bell towers rising above the city’s rooftops in the warm glow of sunset.

🤩 PRO TIP: If you want to follow this exact route, grab our free Google Map that you can save on your phone + downloadable itinerary here.

verona card 48h itinerary

With two full days in Verona, the 48-Hour Verona Card gives you all the freedom to explore without rushing — and access to so much more than just the main attractions.

Here’s exactly how to plan your visit to get the best value from your pass while soaking in the romance and charm of the city.

Day 1 — Classic Verona Highlights

Day 1 still follows the 24-hour itinerary, but since we have more time, we’ll move Piazza delle Erbe and the Torre dei Lamberti to the next day.

This gives you time to visit the Basilica of San Zeno, one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture in Northern Italy — and supposedly the church where Romeo and Juliet were married. With this itinerary, you’ll be able to visit the four most beautiful churches in Verona.