Guided tour of Verona and its river: from San Giorgio to Ponte Pietra

Walk along the Adige River – Guided tour with licensed guide

Discover Verona from a unique perspective, following the course of the majestic Adige River, the city’s lifeline since its origins. This guided walk tells the story of how Verona was born and grew embraced by the river, which for centuries provided protection, a safe route, and a crucial commercial artery – a natural highway connecting Venice to the North.

Along its banks, craft and trade activities flourished, and numerous monasteries were established, taking advantage of the river’s strategic and energetic role.

A journey through history, art, and landscape

The tour includes stops at:

• Porta San Giorgio and the Austrian San Giorgio bastions, with the magnificent Church and Dome by Michele Sanmicheli
• Ponte Pietra and the Church of Santo Stefano, a paleochristian testimony to the city’s past
• Walk along Via Ponte Pietra, admiring painted facades and trilobed arches of historic palaces spanning centuries
• Stop at Piazzetta di Molinari Bra, with panoramic views of San Pietro Hill, and discover the “genetic energy” that fueled Verona’s vibrant craft tradition

Why choose the Walk along the Adige

• ✔️ Licensed tour guide
• ✔️ A historical, artistic, and scenic itinerary
• ✔️ Suitable for school groups and adult groups
• ✔️ A captivating walk along the heart of the city
• ✔️ A cultural experience combining history, architecture, and nature

An ideal tour for those who want to experience Verona in an original and narrative way, discovering the fundamental role of the Adige River in the city’s history, economy, and daily life.

DURATION: 2h

ADULT COST: For 2h € 150.00 up to 30 pax. For 2 h ½ € 175.00 up to 30 pax. For 3h € 200.00 up to 30 pax. €5.00 for each pax over 30. €50.00 for each extra hour.
STUDENT COST: For the 2 hours €150.00 1- 30 pax; €170.00 31-50 students; only with the rental of earphones; €5.00 for each pax over 50. €50.00 for each extra hour.

CANCELLATION POLICY: once the tour is confirmed, it can be cancelled without penalties up to 11 days before. If cancelled from 5 to 10 days, 50% of the cost will be charged, if cancelled from 4 days to the day of the tour, a penalty of 100% will be applied