Castelvecchio, which means 'Old Castle', dates back to the mid-1300s and was built by Cangrande II della Scala as both a residence and fortress. Today, it houses the Castelvecchio Museum, with a good collection of medieval and Renaissance art. The castle’s walls and towers give a solid sense of Verona’s history, and the walk along the river from here is worth adding to your route.

Little Canada is a detailed miniature world in downtown Toronto, showcasing Canadian landmarks and landscapes on a small scale. The smaller-than-life museum features intricately crafted scenes from regions like Niagara, Toronto, Quebec, and the East and West Coasts, all complete with moving trains, cars, and a dynamic day-to-night cycle. One of the newest exhibits, Little North, recreates Canada’s Arctic in a climate-controlled space, complete with northern lights, igloos, and roaming caribou. Throughout the displays, visitors can discover playful vignettes and subtle humor, such as a snowmobiler taking a spill or miniature cyclists powering Niagara Falls. The experience also includes a behind-the-scenes look at the workshop where tiny figures and elements are made. For a personal touch, guests can even have a custom miniature figurine created of themselves.

A quiet spot just outside the city centre, Giusti Garden dates back to the late 1500s and was once part of a private villa owned by Count Agostino Giusti. Mozart and Goethe passed through here, but now it’s mostly a peaceful place to wander. Tall cypress trees, statues, and views over Verona if you climb to the top. There’s also a small hedge maze—local legend says if a couple finds each other inside, they’re meant to stay together.