Moonlight Evening Walk

Moonlight Evening Walk, 1 hour 15 minutes, rated 4.9 across 157 traveller reviews.

Overview

This is a 1 hour 15 minute evening walk through central Verona, led by a professional guide and capped at 12 travellers. It sets off from Piazza Erbe at the Fountain of Madonna Verona at 20:30 and finishes at the Arena in Piazza Bra, so it traces a line through the old centre rather than looping back to the start.

The route winds through Verona's alleyways and streets after dark, when the day crowds have thinned. Along the way the guide tells stories about the poets, painters and dreamers who fell for the city, with stops at the Lovers' Well (Pozzo dell'Amore), Porta Borsari and Castelvecchio. Guides here are repeatedly praised by reviewers for their knowledge, humour and willingness to answer questions.

The tour ends with local tips, including suggestions for wine bars. One reviewer did the tour on their first evening in Verona and found it a delightful introduction to the city. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so travellers make their own way to the square.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet at Piazza ErbeThe group gathers at the Fountain of Madonna Verona, Piazza Erbe, for a 20:30 start.
2. Evening stroll beginsThe guide leads the walk through Verona's streets and alleyways, telling stories about the poets, painters and dreamers associated with the city.
3. The Lovers' WellThe route passes the Pozzo dell'Amore, one of the named stops on the walk.
4. Porta BorsariThe group continues past Porta Borsari, another stop named in the listing.
5. CastelvecchioThe walk takes in Castelvecchio before heading toward the finish.
6. Finish at the ArenaThe tour ends at Piazza Bra by the Arena di Verona, with the guide sharing tips for the best wine bars in town.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points before booking, drawn from the listing and from what past travellers have said about the walk.

• Getting there. The meeting point is the Fountain of Madonna Verona in Piazza Erbe, and there is no hotel pickup or drop-off. The start time is 20:30. The end point at the Arena in Piazza Bra is close to public transport connections.
• Pace and distance. The walk lasts 1 hour 15 minutes. Comfortable shoes are a sensible choice for an evening on foot in the old centre.
• Group feel. The maximum group size is 12, and one traveller described their walk as almost private when others cancelled. Reviews describe guides who answer questions and share the city's stories with enthusiasm. The cap of 12 keeps the group manageable.
• What to bring. No food or drink is included, so eat beforehand or plan to use the wine bar tips at the end. One reviewer did the tour on their first evening in Verona and found it a delightful introduction.
• Photography. One traveller said their guide showed them spots they had not seen on other tours in the city.
• Accessibility. The listing states the tour is wheelchair and pushchair accessible, with accessible surfaces throughout, and that service animals are allowed. Most travellers can participate according to the operator. Anyone with specific mobility concerns can check the details on the booking page.

Common issues. The main practical limits come straight from the listing. No hotel pickup or drop-off is provided, and nothing beyond the guide is included. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the 20:30 start for a full refund, and changes inside that window are not accepted.

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