Getting There
Verona is served by Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN), also known as Valerio Catullo Airport, located approximately 10 km (6 miles) from the city center. The ATV Airlink Line 199 shuttle bus connects VRN directly to Verona Porta Nuova train station in about 15–20 minutes for around €6–7, with buses running every 20 minutes throughout the day. Taxis are available outside Arrivals and cost roughly €20–35 to the city center, taking about 15–20 minutes depending on traffic.
Getting Around
Verona has no metro or tram system; public transit is handled entirely by the ATV (Azienda Trasporti Verona) bus network, which covers the city comprehensively with buses running from around 5:00 AM to midnight. The historic center is a ZTL (restricted traffic zone), making a car unnecessary and impractical for sightseeing, though driving is a reasonable option for day trips to Lake Garda or the surrounding region. Uber operates only Uber Black (premium tier) in Verona; use the itTaxi app to book metered taxis, which cannot be hailed on the street but are found at stands at Piazza Bra, Porta Nuova station, and Piazza delle Erbe.
Where to Stay
For sports fans, the city center neighborhoods around Piazza Bra and the Veronetta district offer the best base: you are within walking distance of the main transit hub at Verona Porta Nuova station, which connects directly to the Bentegodi stadium area. The stadium itself sits in the Borgo Milano/Zona Stadio neighborhood to the west, which is more suburban and less convenient for general sightseeing, so staying centrally is the smarter play. Budget hotels and B&Bs in the center run roughly €60–110 per night, while mid-range options go €110–180; a limited number of boutique and four-star hotels push above €200. Book well in advance for high-profile fixtures, particularly Juventus away, as those matches attract significantly more visitors.
Sports Fan Notes
Hellas Verona, known as the Gialloblu (Yellow and Blues), have one of the most passionate and loud supporter groups in Italian football, based in the Curva Sud at the Bentegodi — a ground that famously hosted four matches at the 1990 FIFA World Cup. Founded in 1903, Hellas claimed their only Serie A Scudetto in the remarkable 1984–85 season, a moment of legend in Italian football, and the club's history gives matchdays a weight and identity that goes beyond the current table position. The club's main rival derbies are now against Vicenza (Derby del Veneto) and Brescia (Derby del Garda) following the dissolution of city rivals Chievo Verona in 2021, which ended the famous Derby della Scala. Beyond football, sports fans can combine a trip to the Bentegodi with world-class live events at the Arena di Verona, the 2,000-year-old Roman amphitheater in the city center that hosts opera and major concerts in summer.
Venues in Verona
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get from VRN to downtown Verona?
The easiest public transport option is the ATV Airlink Line 199 shuttle bus, which runs directly from VRN to Verona Porta Nuova train station every 20 minutes. The journey takes about 15–20 minutes and costs around €6–7; your ticket is valid for 75 minutes, allowing a free connection to any city bus from Porta Nuova. Taxis are available outside Arrivals and cost roughly €20–35 to the city center. Uber Black is available but pricier; standard UberX does not operate here.
What is the best neighborhood to stay in Verona for a sports trip?
Stay in the city center, close to Piazza Bra or along Corso Porta Nuova — this puts you within walking distance of Verona Porta Nuova station, the main transit hub, where ATV buses 11, 12, and 13 connect to both Piazza Bra and the Stadio Bentegodi area. It also means you are in the heart of the pre- and post-match bar and restaurant scene, with the Hellas Store (Via Cattaneo 2) a short walk away. The Zona Stadio neighborhood near the ground is more suburban and less practical for non-matchday activities.
Which sports teams play in Verona?
Verona's primary professional sports team is Hellas Verona FC, who play Serie A football at the Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi. Founded in 1903 and known as the Gialloblu, Hellas are the sole top-flight club in the city following the dissolution of rivals Chievo Verona in 2021. The Bentegodi has a capacity of over 39,000 seats (approximately 31,000 approved for Hellas home matches) and is located in the Borgo Milano district, roughly 15–20 minutes on foot from Porta Nuova station.
Is Verona a World Cup 2026 host city?
No, Verona is not hosting any 2026 FIFA World Cup matches. The 2026 World Cup is hosted exclusively across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The nearest host city to Verona is in North America — New York/New Jersey is among the closest major venues for European travelers flying west.
Sports cities near Verona
Close enough to pair with a Verona trip — or to catch a game on the drive in.