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Giardino Giusti
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Giardino Giusti

Getting around: On the east bank of the Adige River in Verona, about a 15-20 minute walk from Piazza delle Erbe.
Hours: Typically open daily, roughly 9am-7pm in summer, shorter in winter. Ticketed entry.

Giardino Giusti is a Renaissance garden laid out in the 16th century by the Giusti family, considered one of the best-preserved formal Italian gardens still in its original design, with clipped hedges, statuary, and a distinctive cypress-lined avenue leading up a hillside behind the villa. It has influenced garden design across Europe since its creation.

The garden climbs a steep hill at its rear, culminating in a grotto and a stone mask carved into the rock face, along with terraces offering views back over Verona's rooftops.

It's a relatively quiet, less crowded stop compared to Verona's central sights, appealing particularly to visitors interested in historic garden design or looking for a green break from the city's stone streets and squares.

Giardino Giusti FAQs

How old is the garden?

It was laid out in the 16th century by the Giusti family and is considered one of the best-preserved Italian Renaissance gardens still in its original form.

Is there a view from the garden?

Yes, terraces at the top of the hillside section offer views back over Verona's rooftops.

How long does a visit take?

About 45 minutes to an hour.

Is a lot of walking or climbing involved?

Yes, the upper sections climb a fairly steep hill, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Is it crowded?

Generally much quieter than Verona's central squares and main sights.

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