Concerts and Opera at the Verona Arena

Some places tell the story of a city better than a thousand words: in Verona that place is the Arena. A Roman amphitheatre in the heart of Piazza Brà, it is the symbol of the city and, for over a century, one of the most beloved open-air stages in the world. Staying just steps away means you can truly live it, without rushing, from morning till night.

An amphitheatre across the centuries

Built in the 1st century AD, the Arena is one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in existence. Originally it could hold tens of thousands of spectators for the gladiatorial games; today its imposing tiers of pink Valpolicella stone keep filling, evening after evening, with audiences arriving from all over the world. Strolling around its arches, perhaps at sunset, is already an experience in itself.

The Opera Festival, since 1913

In 1913 the Arena hosted its first modern opera performance and it has never stopped since: the Arena Opera Festival has become an unmissable summer appointment for opera lovers. Timeless titles such as Aida, Carmen, Nabucco and La Traviata come to life in spectacular productions, under the starry sky, with a natural acoustic that takes your breath away.

Watching a show at the Arena, holding a candle together with thousands of people as darkness falls, is an emotion that stays in your heart.

Not only opera: the great concerts

In the warm months the programme is enriched with concerts by Italian and international artists, dance shows and special events. The atmosphere changes, but the magic stays the same: ancient stone amplifying the music and an audience singing as one.

Tips for the perfect evening

Arrive a little early to enjoy the atmosphere of Piazza Brà between an aperitif and a stroll. If you have a seat on the stone steps, bring or rent a cushion and keep a light jacket with you: after sunset the temperature drops. Always check the programme and times in advance, and go for comfortable shoes. After the show, getting back is easy: the property is just a few minutes on foot.

And after the show… your private cinema

Back in your suite, the emotion can continue: switch on the 4K projector, make some freshly popped popcorn and end the evening with a film on the big screen. That's the beauty of being, truly, at home in Verona.