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45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Meet the local guide in Piazza Bra and start to visit, during this 45 minutes tour, the famous Arena: the great Roman amphitheatre of Verona.
Enter with your priority ticket and listen to the local expert telling you about Arena construction, its current and ancient use, and the historical legends behind it.
Walk under the old marble arcades and listen to stories of gladiators and of the ancient Roman games that used to take place here. Discover facts and anecdotes about the extraordinary history of this monument. Arena, which survived an earthquake in the 12th century, is still nowadays the city’s favorite open-air Opera hall, for its unique sound quality. Nowadays it’s famous for the Opera season that started in 1913 with the world-famous Aida.
During this tour don’t forget your camera: from the top of the Arena you can enjoy a 360° view on the beautiful Piazza Bra. After this express tour you’ll know everything about the most famous and beautiful Verona monument.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet the guide in front of gate 5 (above the stairs) - look for the yellow umbrella with "Arena Skip the line tour"
Underage customers must be accompanied by an adult.
This tour runs rain or shine
This tour is guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 participants
Arena tour in English starts at 12:30 PM
Arena tour in Italian starts at 1:30 PM
Please note that in case of adverse weather conditions (eg. bad storms, unexpected extreme events), or unforeseen circumstances (eg. monuments sudden closures, train/flight cancellations or delays) we do not guarantee a full refund. The company will examine each case and act accordingly.
Please note that some parts of the tour may not be easily accessible for people with reduced mobility (or any kind of disability), if you are unsure of the details, feel free to contact us.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Local licensed tour guide
Entrance ticket to the Arena
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Piazza Bra
The Arena is located in the beautiful Piazza Bra. You will also have the opportunity to admire this elegant square from thew top of the Arena
Arena di Verona
Enter the grand amphitheater Arena, built by the romans during the First century B.C and listen to stories of gladiators and of the ancient Roman games that used to take place here.
Duration: 45 minutes
Starting point:
Arena di Verona, P.za Bra, 1, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Duration: 45 minutes
Starting point:
Arena di Verona, P.za Bra, 1, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
Duration: 3 hours
Important notes: This tour starts in Via Teatro Ristori 7. Please check you confirmation voucher when booking.
Starting point:
Via Teatro Ristori, 7, 37122 Verona VR, Italy
Duration: 45 minutes
Starting point:
Arena di Verona, P.za Bra, 1, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
206 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Patricia S,
Oct 17, 2025
- Viator
Our guide Maria was great. Very informative. Liked that we spent about a 45 minutes with Maria learning about the arena and then had as much time as we wanted on our own.
Chris K,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
Be patient when the area is busy. Check where you are meeting. Otherwise well worth missing the queue
Peter J,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
Great trip and Frank was a very knowledgeably guide the Arena is best photographed in the morning before the crowds get there
Joe A,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
Frank gave a very nice tour! Our family enjoyed it very much. The history of the arena is quite amazing.
Alejandra B,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
The price quality ratio is very poor since q of the total tour only 10/15 were used xa know the sand
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