The Atlas Obscura Guide To Verona

9 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Verona, Italy

Updated March 20, 2024

Unusual Attractions in Verona

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Juliet's Balcony

Pilgrimage site for star-crossed lovers.

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'Juliet's Tomb'

It’s said this crypt was the setting for the tragic finale of the Shakespeare play.

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Whale Bone of Arco della Costa

A whale rib was used to advertise the store by the arch that offered exotic goods from far away.

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Biblioteca Capitolare of Verona

One of the oldest libraries in the world is still operating and contains the oldest existing document in the Italian language.

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House of Romeo

Not far from the more famous House of Juliet, visitors will find the supposed residence of her lover.

Della Scala tombs behind a wrought iron fence.

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Scaliger Tombs

These elaborate gothic monuments honor Verona's medieval lords.

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Melegatti Bakery Pandoro Sculptures

Atop the former site of a historic bakery sit two stone tributes to Verona's contribution to traditional Italian baking.

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Melegatti Bakery Pandoro Sculptures

Atop the former site of a historic bakery sit two stone tributes to Verona's contribution to traditional Italian baking.

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