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Arena di Verona

Piazza Bra 28, 37121 Verona, Italy
39 045 8005151
Ranked #6 of 56 attractions in Verona
4.5 of 5 stars 440 Reviews
Type: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields, Historic Sites, Performances, Ancient Ruins, Operas
Owner description: Built in the first century AD, this is one of the best conserved Roman amphitheatres, whose seating area is made up of 44 levels and can hold up to...... more » Owner description: Built in the first century AD, this is one of the best conserved Roman amphitheatres, whose seating area is made up of 44 levels and can hold up to 22,000 spectators. « less
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Lugano, Switzerland
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

One of the most important venues for festivals, watching an opera here is a special moment. We went during the day with the kids to explore the arena. There were costumed personnel to take photographs together...We will be back in summer for a night visit! More

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Melbourne, Australia
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Great access around the arena allows you to explore the many views in this very well preserved large arena. You get an appreciation of the history of people enjoying shows here over 2000 years, whilst we were there the base was being prepared for a show and it is good to see this is living history More

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Wish I could have attended an event there. Wonderful to be in a well preserved arena of that size. Fairly long line to get in. More

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Durham
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

Even though we are not opera experts, one of the highlights of the year for us is a trip to the Verona Opera. It’s a fantastic experience and the memory stays with you forever. Operas are usually about, romance, passion, jealousy, violence and murder. The performers are all top class and sing in this huge auditorium with no microphones or... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

The arena is quite something--considering age, technology, and condition; however, you can see everything you need to see from the outside. Unless you have tickets to an event inside, don't spend the 6 euro to go inside--there is almost nothing to see. Climbing to the top is good cardio though. More

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Fair Oaks CA
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

The Arena di Verona resembles the Roman Colosseum and dates back to the 1st century A.D. It is amazing it is still standing today and is used for plays and concerts in the summer. It seats 20,000 people. At night it is all lit up and can be seen from all over the city. More

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Telford, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012
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To experience an opera here is magical even a visit during the day to this historic arena is memorable More

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Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

It is fascinating!- but lacks public education plaques and signs. I think the city is missing an opportunity to give tours about Roman building or even its use through the ages. All over Verona I was looking for opera souvineer- no gift shop?!? More

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Sofia, Bulgaria
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

The Arena is the most outstanding monument of Verona. The second in size amphitheater after the Colosseum in Rome, the Arena was always loved by the locals and thus marvelously preserved. A unique example of Roman engineering. More

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Northampton, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Good to visit and explore inside. One evening we sat having dinner in the Piazza Bra and enjoyed a pop concert by top Italian pop singer Ferro. Brilliant. More

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