7 Wine Tours in Verona to Build a Day Around

1.Valpolicella and Amarone Wine Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 560 reviews · from $112Our pick

Travel from Verona by air-conditioned minivan to two Valpolicella wineries. Taste Amarone, Ripasso, and other local wines while cellar hosts explain production. Guides such as Stefano, Sara, Francesca, and Alessandra add lively commentary. The four-hour tour suits adults who want scenic countryside, safe transport, and a close look at both larger and family-run wine estates.

“Visited two lovely vineyards. Along the way we were introduced to the regional specific styles of wine. The winery choices were well chosen. Both talked us through production and showcased their take on the local style. A great day overall”

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2.Wine Tasting with Snacks and Panoramic Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 494 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $53

At Corte San Mattia, an English-speaking guide leads you through the vineyards and winery before serving five organic wines, including Amarone, with local cold cuts and cheese. The tasting takes place on a panoramic terrace or in the villa garden, with Verona below. Guides may include Noemi, Maddalena, Madeleine, or Elizabeth.

“The tour was one of our highlights in Verona! Noemi was very passionate about the winery and explained really well to us the differences about their grapes and wines and about their different fermentation processes. It was really interesting to see what kind of machines they use and got to see how they store their wines. The panorama view was very very beautiful. We booked the tour at 6 pm and it was right around the time when the sun set. My two friends and I enjoyed every second of it. For the winetasting we got to try out 5 different wines, one white wine and 4 red wines, with…”

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3.Discover Valpolicella Vineyards and Wine Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 341 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Travel from Verona to Tenuta Santa Maria Valverde in Marano di Valpolicella for a vineyard walk, 17th-century cellar visit, and tasting of Valpolicella, Ripasso, and Amarone. Guides such as Giovanni, Claudia, Ilaria, and Beatrice share the family story alongside cheese, salami, olive oil, and hilltop views.

“We had to get a bus from the centre of Verona to a stop just about ten minutes drive from the vineyard. We were picked up and driven the rest of the way. Our visit was most enjoyable. It's a small family run business with organic wines. The talk given by the staff was most informative. The views of the surrounding countryside were spectacular and the different wines delicious. Especially the Amarone.”

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4.Wine Tasting with Panoramic View of Verona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54Top rated

Visit Cantina Giovanni Ederle at Corte San Mattia, walk through the vineyard and winery, then taste five local wines with meats, cheeses, and bread on a terrace overlooking Verona. Guides such as Magdalena, Naomi, and Elizabetha have led warm, informative tastings. Bring comfortable shoes and arrange your own transport.

“Very pretty vineyard/grounds. Very new so none of that old world feel in the cellars etc but nicely done and informative. Wines were good and view was nice. Some of the trees/bushes were grown up somewhat blocking the view. Was hoping to see sunset but can't from this vantage point but that's not on them! Was server a charcuterie board with the wine which was nice. Our wine tour operator did a nice job and handled the whole thing on her on pretty much. In my opinion based on other wine tours I've done in Italy and other countries this was a little pricey for what you get. I'm not…”

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5.Guided Food Tour with Wine Tasting in Verona

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 229 reviews · 2 hours · from $80

Walk Verona with a local English-speaking guide such as Leonardo, Leo, Giovanni, or Miriam, tasting olive oil, chocolate, cheese, salami, wine, and Pandoro. The small group visits the Arena, Castelvecchio, Porta Borsari, and Piazza Erbe. Expect generous samples, local stories, and enough food to replace a meal.

“Giovani was an excellent guide. Clearly very knowledgeable about the history of Verona and also the produce we sampled on tour. Very good and would highly recommend.”

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6.Montresor Winery Visit with Wine Tasting and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 217 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $34Best value

Spend 90 minutes at Montresor Winery just outside Verona, where guides such as Emma, Leonardo, Silvia, and Emmanuele connect local history with Valpolicella wine. See historic tools, test your nose in the aroma room, visit the barrel room, then taste four or five wines with small food pairings. Choose bold reds or Lake Garda whites.

“It was wonderful very informative but with humour and looked after us very well can't recommend enough. The wines are delicious and they will ship them for you.”

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7.Cavaion: Lake Garda Wine & Food Tasting with Vineyard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 202 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Visit a small family-run vineyard near Garda with guides such as Asia, Marco, or Martino. Walk among the vines and olive trees, learn about local grapes and production, then taste three or five wines with sopressa, salami, cheeses, bread, and homemade products. The setting is personal and relaxed, but you will need to arrange your own transport.

“we got a nice explanation about their family business, about the struggles and beauty of vineyards and olive trees and about the production process. The atmosphere was relaxed and down to earth. We got to taste their nice wines and got some bread, cheese, meat and homemade mostarda del garda along with it. Very friendly en personal”

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