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Statue of Dante with the Divine Comedy
The Justice Palace, justice is a key topic in Divine Commedy
Rafiguration of Duomo
Tombs of Arche Scaligeri
Cloisers near Biblioteca Capitolare where Dante hanged our

Dante in Verona: From Inferno to Paradise

By Slow Travel Italia
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$63 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

A relaxed walking tour to bring the Divine Comedy to life in the streets of the Ancient Verona. Get to know Dante as a traveller, poet and human being.

The itinerary covers some of the city center’s highlights and off the beaten track places, that Dante loved. The guide will recite a little piece of his book and inspire you with images and words.

Immerse yourself into the Inferno with Porta Leoni Roman gate.
Continue the troubles of this infernal circle until the main square of Piazza delle Erbe. Admire the beautiful frescos and the statue of Dante nearby. Walk till the river at the bottom of the purgatory Verona hills with its roman theatre.

Finally get into the Paradise at Duomo di Verona, experiencing the quiet atmosphere of medieval cloisters.

Hear the stories written about Dante, enjoy his life curiosities and visit the city accompanied by a local expert.

Activity location

  • Piazza dei Signori
    • Verona, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Stradone S. Fermo, 3
    • 3 Stradone S. Fermo
    • 37121, Verona, Veneto, Italy

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Italiano
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • Italian
Language options: Italian
Starting time: 3:30 pm
Price details
NZ$62.63 x 1 AdultNZ$62.63
Total
Price is NZ$62.63
English
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$62.63 x 1 AdultNZ$62.63
Total
Price is NZ$62.63

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedOne hour and half to relax and understand life in the Middle Age
  • What's includedWhat's includedDelve into connections between stories of Divine Comedy and Architectural Details
  • What's includedWhat's included1,5 hours of Divine Commedy stories with a Dante expert and unique sightseeing in Verona
  • What's includedWhat's includedSightseeing Verona and Discover the places connect with Dante's life
  • What's includedWhat's includedRight in the city centre, but off the beaten track

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Chiesa di San Fermo (Pass by)
The church where Dante used to hang out when it was built. Now contains a chapel built by his family, the "Alighieri"
Torre dei Lamberti (Pass by)
It's looking like a tower clock now but before it was a tower to keep the noble family safe from rival ones.
Piazza dei Signori
  • 15m
We will talk about Dante Alighieri life in this ancient square, including his own statue. Because this square has unique cultural spots related to Inferno. Moreover it has been a cultural and political centre, offering a glimpse into Dante's time in Verona and its influence on his work.
Via Sottoriva
  • 15m
One of the oldest and well preserved street in Verona overlooking the hills of Torricelle
Arche Scaligere
  • 15m
The Arche Scaligere in Verona are a series of elaborate Gothic tombs, among them the resting place of Cangrande I della Scala, a powerful figure whom Dante Alighieri admired and referenced in his Divine Comedy. Dante's admiration for Cangrande, depicted in the Divine Comedy, adds a literary and historical connection to these impressive sepulchers, highlighting the intertwining of politics, literature, and homage within the architectural grandeur of Verona.
Verona's Cathedral (Duomo)
  • 10m
The peace of the Paradise is in this place, a Romanesque Church in Verona. In an off the beaten track spot.
Piazza delle Erbe (Pass by)
Dante loved to walk around the town. For sure he was inspired by the trades activities in Piazza delle Erbe, once upon a time a vibrant markets.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPiazza dei Signori
    • Verona, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEStradone S. Fermo, 3
    • 3 Stradone S. Fermo
    • 37121, Verona, Veneto, Italy

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