Piazza Bra is the largest and most famous square in Verona, Italy, serving as the city’s main gathering spot.
Dominated by the ancient Verona Arena and lined with colorful historic buildings, elegant cafés, and
restaurants, it is a lively area where culture, architecture, and modern city life come together. The square is
the perfect starting point for exploring Verona’s old town.
- Visit the Verona Arena 🏟️ for a tour 🚶♀️ or live performance 🎶🎭
- Stroll 🚶♂️ along the Liston ✨, the elegant promenade 🛣️ lined with cafés ☕🥂
- Admire Palazzo Barbieri 🏰 and the Gran Guardia Palace 🏛️👑👀
- Enjoy lunch 🍽️ or dinner 🍝 at one 🦞 of the restaurants overlooking the Arena 😋🍷
- Relax 😌 on a bench 🪑 and take in the lively atmosphere 🎉💚
- From Verona Porta Nuova Station 🚆: 15-minute walk 🚶♂️ straight along Corso Porta Nuova 🛣️⏱️💨
- By Bus 🚌: Lines 11 🚍, 12, 13, or 51 stop at Piazza Bra 📍✅
- By Car 🚗: Several parking areas 🅿️ nearby including Arena Parking 💰 and Cittadella Parking 👍✅
- Visit in the evening 🌙 to see the Arena 🏟️ illuminated 💡🌟
- Bring a camera 📸 — the square 🏘️ offers great photo opportunities 🖼️✨
- Many restaurants 🍽️ add a service charge 💸; check menus 📜 before ordering ⚠️🙏
- Combine your visit 🤝 with nearby Castelvecchio 🏰 or Via Mazzini shopping street 🛍️🗺️✅
- 8:00 AM – Begin 🚶♂️ your day with a walk 👣 around Piazza Bra 🏘️💨
- 8:30 AM – Visit Verona Arena 🏟️ for a guided tour 🧑🏫👀
- 9:30 AM – Enjoy a coffee ☕ at one 🥐 of the cafés along the Liston 😋😌
- 10:30 AM – Continue 🚶♀️ your walk toward Castelvecchio 🏰 or Juliet’s House ❤️🗺️👋
