Verona

History, art and culture

TEATRO FILARMONICO

The Teatro Filarmonico of Verona is one of the most important historic theaters in Italy.

Inaugurated in 1732, it is home to the Accademia Filarmonica di Verona, one of the oldest musical institutions in Europe. Rebuilt after the bombings of World War II, the theater has preserved its 18th-century elegance, harmoniously blending tradition and modernity.

Each year, it hosts a full season of opera, concerts, and ballet, welcoming artists of international renown and constantly reaffirming its role as one of the city’s most prestigious cultural venues.

The theater is just a short walk from the Arena, Verona’s grand Roman amphitheater.

VERONA

Verona: a city of history, art and culture

Verona, a UNESCO World Heritage city in northern Italy, combines history with modernity.

Famous for its Roman Arena and as the setting for Shakespeare’s tragedy Romeo and Juliet, the city is bounded by the meander of the picturesque Adige River and a historic center filled with squares, churches, and palaces that tell the story of centuries of art and culture.

Verona is also a city of music and knowledge: the Conservatorio di Musica “Evaristo Felice Dall’Abaco”, a center of higher education, musical production and research, represents one of its most vibrant cultural hubs.

For more information: https://www.visitverona.it/en

HOW TO GET TO VERONA

Verona is easily accessible thanks to its strategic location in northern Italy and the efficient network of national and international connections.

By Plane

The nearest airport is Verona Valerio Catullo Airport (VRN), located about 12 km from the city center.

From the airport, you can reach the centre of Verona in approximately 15–20 minutes:

  • By taxi
  • Using the Aerobus, a shuttle service running every 20 minutes, with a direct connection to Verona Porta Nuova rail Station.

Alternative airports

Verona is also easily reachable from the following airports:

  • Venice Marco Polo (VCE) – about 1h 30 by train or car
  • Milano Linate (LIN) and Milano Malpensa (MXP) – about 1h 30–2h 30 by train or car
  • Bergamo Orio al Serio (BGY) – about 1h 45 by train, car or coach services.

By Train

The main station is Verona Porta Nuova, served by high-speed and regional trains (Trenitalia and Italo).
It offers direct connections to major Italian and European cities.

From Verona Porta Nuova Station, the historic city center and the conference venue (Teatro Filarmonico) are easily reachable in 15–20 minutes on foot, or by ATV public transport (Verona Transport Company), departing from the square in front of the station (where taxis are also available) going towards Piazza Bra (Arena).