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Built in the 1st century AD, this ancient amphitheater is the most magnificent structure in Verona.

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As one of the best-preserved ancient open-air theaters in the world, it stands in the historic center of Verona. Today, it hosts world-famous opera festivals and is a symbol of Italia. You can view its exact location via the Harita section.

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Archaeological Museum at the Roman Theatre Museum

Archaeological Museum at the Roman Theatre

Located right above the Roman Theatre, this museum exhibits the ancient geographical and archaeological findings of Verona .
Castelvecchio Museum Museum

Castelvecchio Museum

Housed in a historic Scaliger castle, the museum holds the medieval art collection of the city of Verona . Renowned for its restoration, this structure is significant in the architectural history of Italia .

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Verona Arena Historic sites

Verona Arena

Located in the heart of Verona , this ancient Roman amphitheater was built in the 1st century AD. Today, it stands as one of the best-preserved ancient structures in Italia .
Juliet's House Historic sites

Juliet's House

Associated with Shakespeare's famous play, this 13th-century Gothic house is one of the most visited spots in Verona . The building holds a major place in Italia cultural tourism with its famous stone balcony.
Roman Theatre Historic sites

Roman Theatre

Built on a hillside in the northern part of Verona , this ancient theatre dates back to the late 1st century BC. The area is one of the most valuable open-air archaeological zones of ancient Italia .