Romantics will know the tale of the star-crossed lovers, which played out here in Verona. And you'll certainly find plenty of 'Romeo and Juliet' fans touring the streets, looking for Juliet balconies on which to profess their own love, though Verona is much more than a Shakespearian story setting. But when you've had your fill of art, opera, churches and Roman ruins, not to mention wonderful eateries, you can quench your wanderlust with journeys to some of northern Italy's most beloved destinations.
Lake Garda is one of the most obvious places to visit and - at less than an hour's drive - it is easy to reach from Verona. Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy, and lies at the foot of the Alps. Along its banks are a wide range of hotels, villas and resorts to provide a picturesque getaway for when you want to escape the big city and relax.
Drive in the opposite direction and you'll discover Venice, which is less than 90 minutes from Verona by road. If inner romantics don't find their way out in Verona, they are sure to put up a fight and make an appearance in this city, which inspired Lord Byron to pen many a loving line.
Of course, the beauty of car rental in Verona is that the open road is yours to travel at your leisure and to whichever destination you choose. The spectacular beauty of northern Italy will lure you this way and that, to traditional family restaurants for mounds of pasta, to the fresh air and magnificent views of the lakes, and to some of the most charming villages, towns and cities in southern Europe, some of which are perched on the water, some of which cling to cliff-sides. Book your car rental today and set your mind free as you plan your Italian adventure.
