Sightseeing

January 2013
Verona's colourful carnival dates back to 1531. The high point is the Friday before Shrove Tuesday (8 February) when satirical floats and majorettes parade in town and the year's Papà Gnocco distributes delicious gnocchi.

June 2012
If you're in Verona on 28 June, catch former Soundgarden lead-man, Chris Cornell, in concert in the striking surroundings of Verona's Roman theatre - a historic venue that's perennially overshadowed by the world-famous Arena (tel: 848 002008, geticket.it).

Key Areas

April 2013
Lake Garda lies within easy reach of Verona, just 15 minutes by train. Picturesque at any time of year, it is in spring that the famously lush vegetation adds a flourish of colour to the lake's shore. www.visitgarda.com

October 2012
Explore the villages and vineyards of the Valpolicella area northwest of the city. Prestigious red wine Amarone is made here as well as Valpolicella, and many vineyards are open to the public for tours and direct sales.