11 days in Verona & Venice Itinerary

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

Step off the beaten path and head to Lago di Molveno and Torre dei Lamberti. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Verona: Castello Scaligero di Malcesine (in Malcesine), Gardaland Park (in Castelnuovo del Garda) and Castel Thun (in Ton). There's lots more to do: add some entertainment to your itinerary with Arena di Verona, take a stroll through Piazza delle Erbe, take in the views from Ponte degli Alpini, and pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di Sant'Anastasia.

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Expect a daytime high around 14°C in November, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can travel back home.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, wander the streets of Cannaregio, take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, then admire the striking features of Doge's Palace, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Tue): make a trip to Scala Contarini del Bovolo, don't miss a visit to St. Mark's Square, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Scuola Grande di San Rocco, and finally don't miss a visit to Prato della Valle.

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Traveling by train from Verona to Venice takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. November in Venice sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C at night. On the 28th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can take a train back home.