Visit Verona with children: fun itineraries for the whole family

Verona is a fascinating and versatile city, perfect for a family holiday. Its museums offer engaging experiences that allow children to learn while having fun. Even outdoors, there are plenty of leisure activities, with parks, streets and squares that spark the imagination and stimulate curiosity.

Don’t miss the Museo Nicolis in Villafranca di Verona, just a few minutes from the centre, one of the 100 most prestigious collections in the world! Devote a morning or afternoon to visiting it and discover the evolution of the automobile from its origins to the present day. With no less than 10 different collections and a 1 km exhibition route covering 6000 square metres, the Nicolis offers an engaging experience to introduce children to culture in a stimulating way. Its strategic location also facilitates quick and convenient travel to Verona and Lake Garda. There is also a convenient ATV bus stop directly at the museum entrance, connected to the Verona Porta Nuova railway station.

Here are some other attractions not to be missed in and around Verona:

Arena di Verona: One of the most famous symbols of the city, the Arena is a well-preserved Roman amphitheatre that will fascinate children with its majesty.

Playground at Giardini Giusti: These historic gardens offer a play area for children, surrounded by sculptures and century-old plants. It is a place where the little ones can have fun while their parents enjoy the beauty of the park.

Parco Giardino Sigurtà: A short walk from the Nicolis Museum, this large garden is ideal for a day immersed in nature, with mazes, ponds and a variety of plants and flowers.

Gardaland: If you have more time and want to take a little trip out of town, the Gardaland amusement park is about half an hour’s drive from Verona. It is one of the most famous parks in Italy, with attractions for all ages.

Ice creams, biscuits and local sweets – No visit to Verona with children is complete without tasting the irresistible homemade ice creams and local biscuits, such as ‘Sospiri di Romeo’ or ‘Baci di Giulietta’. But there are also the tasty ‘Sassi dell’Adige’. In Villafranca, don’t miss the famous ‘Sfogliatine’!

Rafting on the Adige – Discovering Verona by rafting on the Adige is an unforgettable childhood experience. The tour also includes a short visit to the Adige Museum.