Once you get to Verona, the city that inspired Shakespeare, leave your car and head to the first stop: the Arena. This Roman amphitheatre is smaller yet better preserved than the Colosseum in Rome, and has been a cultural hub for centuries.
Every year, it hosts a myriad of pop and classical concerts, plays, and cultural events. It is particularly famous for the opera season in the summer, which attracts visitors from all over the world.
The beautiful squares, streets, and buildings are worth a visit.