If you would like to visit Verona, then you’ll invariably find the Verona Arena eventually. The massive circular structure is one of the best preserved structures from ancient times. As far as must-sees go in Verona, this one is certainly high up there. But how much will it cost you to enter? When does the Arena open? Let’s take a look!
The amphitheatre is the third largest such arena in Italy. This ancient structure was built in the 1st century AD and is one of the best preserved amphitheatres in the world. At first, it was used for bloody gladiatorial fights. Today, it’s a venue for concerts and various performances. The Arena is best visited in the low season when there are fewer tourists and, therefore, less crowds.
When is the Verona Arena open?
Opening hours
As for opening hours, the monument is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9am to 7pm (if there are currently no performances). Mondays are closed.
Currently, as of late 2023, there’s restoration work being done on the Arena. As a result, here are the changes in schedules:
- 06.11 – 06.12.2023 – closed
- 07.12.2023 – 07.01.2024 – open from 9am to 3pm
- 08.01 – 09.02.2024 – closed
- 10.02 – 15.03.2024 – open from 9am to 3pm
You can check whether our info is still up to date here.
Tickets for the Verona Arena
Ticket prices
A regular ticket costs €10 (+service fee, if you’re buying online). There are also two reduced tickets available: Reduced A (groups over 15 people, students 14-30 years old, seniors over 60) for €7.50 and Reduced B (children 8-14, residents of Verona) for €1. You can find the official tickets for entry to the arena here.
Of course, you may also opt for visiting the Arena as part of a performance. In this case, the ticket prices vary depending on the performance you’re interested in. You can find the current performances here.
Verona Card
What about the Verona Card?
If you have the Verona Card, then entry to the arena is free. If you’d like to spend more time in the city, purchasing the Verona Card may end up saving you a lot of money. There are two variants: 24h for €20 and a 48h for €25. You can also use it to travel on buses for free. You can learn more about the Verona Card here.
Verona has much more to offer than just the Arena, though that is one stunning sight in and of itself. We highly recommend you give it a shot!
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