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Arena di Verona Opera Festival 2026 with Marty Whelan!

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Experience a once-in-a-lifetime operatic thrill with an Opera Holiday to the Arena di Verona Opera Festival. Verona’s renowned Opera Festival is internationally celebrated as one of the most spectacular in the world. On this tour, you have the opportunity to enjoy a magnificent production of Puccini’s La Bohème. Stay in the elegant 4★ Giberti Hotel and, with your local guide, stroll through Verona’s historic streets and picturesque squares. Marvel at the city’s architectural gems in Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. Your journey also includes a visit to the Biblioteca Capitolare of Verona, the oldest working library in the world—featured on Marty in the Morning—founded over 1,600 years ago. You will also tour the Farina Winery, renowned for its exceptional Veneto wines.   

In 2026, you also have the opportunity to enhance your experience with an optional second evening at the Opera, featuring Verdi’s powerful masterpiece, Nabucco.

Call 01 888 7840 or [email protected] 

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Travel, Culture & Live Broadcasts with Marty Whelan

Have a listen to Lyric FM’s Marty in the Morning as Marty Whelan takes listeners on two unforgettable broadcasting adventures, presenting live shows from Vienna and Verona with the Institute for Culture Travel Tours. From the imperial elegance and musical heritage of Vienna to the romance and history of Verona, Marty shares highlights from each trip, capturing the atmosphere, culture and special moments that made these journeys so memorable.

 

Marty in the Morning Friday 18 July 2025 - Verona

https://www.rte.ie/radio/lyricfm/marty-in-the-morning/2025/0718/1524140-marty-in-the-morning-friday-18-july-2025/

Marty in the Morning Wednesday 3 December 2025 - Vienna

https://www.rte.ie/radio/lyricfm/marty-in-the-morning/2025/1203/1547047-marty-in-the-morning-wednesday-3-december-2025/


Your hotel : Hotel Giberti, Verona

The Hotel Giberti** in Verona is a stylish and welcoming 4-star property perfectly located between the city’s historic centre and the Arena di Verona. Known for its elegant décor and modern comfort, the hotel is an ideal base for exploring the city of Romeo and Juliet. Guests can enjoy a generous breakfast, relaxing lounge areas, and easy access to Verona’s key attractions, including the Arena, Piazza Bra, and the charming streets of the old town. Combining contemporary sophistication with classic Italian warmth, Hotel Giberti provides a refined and comfortable stay in the heart of Verona.