Sightseeing in Vicenza - what to see. Complete travel guide

1. In large hotels, restaurants and shopping malls, the staff is pretty good at English and French. Out of respect for local residents, be sure to learn a few phrases in Italian. A phrasebook taken along on the trip will make it easy to find a common language with foreigners.
2. Going to explore religious attractions, the dress code should be necessarily observed. Visitors wearing revealing, bright and provocative clothes are simply not allowed to enter the site.
3. Going shopping, it's recommended to prepare a certain amount of money in national currency. At the same time, it's best to carry more small denomination banknotes. Large denominations are only accepted in large shopping malls where sellers can check their authenticity.
4. The best places to exchange money are banks that receive customers on weekdays from 9:00 am to 4:00 - 4:30 pm. The exchange rate in private offices is less profitable, however, they are open around the clock seven days a week.
5. The most popular mode of public transport is the bus. Tickets must be purchased in advance at newsstands and tobacco shops. Upon entering the bus ticket must be validated. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. A taxi should be ordered by phone or taken at a specialized parking lot. It is simply impossible to catch a cab on the road. Even a free taxi will not take companions in the wrong place.
7. You can rent a car in one of the specialized points. All the client needs to have is an identity document, a credit card with the required amount of deposit in the account, and an international driver’s license. Age of the renter must be at least 25 years, however, it is reduced to 23 years in some agencies.
Travelers looking for a hotel for a romantic getaway should pay attention to the upscale Hotel Viest. It is aimed at a wide range of guests; for couples, for example, the hotel has prepared … Open
8. It is very convenient to make calls to other cities and countries from payphones, which can be found close to large shopping centers and banks. You can use special plastic cards, credit cards or coins to pay.
9. The mains voltage is 220 V, all hotels have sockets of European standard. Ask for adapters for electrical appliances at the hotel desk or look for them in any specialty store.
10. In local restaurants and cafes, it is customary to leave a tip, which usually amounts to 5-10% of the bill. Tips may be included in the bill in some upscale restaurants. It is also customary to tip taxi drivers and hotel maids, as well as hairdressers and guides.
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What to visit being in Vicenza - unique sights

Botanical Garden of Padua

From the series “16 Most Fascinating Objects of Unesco in Italy”
The most interesting plants of Europe are kew trees and magnolias. As a long time ago, today in the garden medical herbs are also produced. It is also under the control of the university, that’s why you can see students there. On the territory, you can see about 6 000 types of plants. The oldest Mediterranean palm was planted there in 1585. The territory of the garden was divided into 5 thematic zones. Every zone represents different countries. The garden is well equipped for vacation, there you can find a lot of benches and arbours. … Read further

Arena di Verona

From the series “Ancient Amphitheaters and Arenas, That Are Still Operational”
In 1117, the building was badly damaged during the earthquake, part of its outer ring was destroyed. Its stones were used by locals to build residential and farm buildings. In the Middle Ages, the ancient arena was used to execute heretics and conduct knight tournaments, and in the 18th and 19th centuries it was used to hold bullfight. Since 1913, the Verona Arena is a permanent venue for opera performances, which everyone can visit. Arena di Verona is considered the largest and most visited opera theater of the planet, which annually receives about 600000 spectators. … Read further

City of Verona

From the series “Top 15 Unesco Sites in Europe”
Fans of museums won’t be bored in Verona, too. The Archaeological Museum is one of the most interesting and most visited in the city. As noted earlier, the whole area of ​​Verona and its surroundings is an important archaeological area where a lot of priceless artifacts dating back to ancient Greece and Rome were found. Romantic Verona with its picturesque canals and pedestrian bridges is perfect for walking and a relaxing holiday. This city without doubt is one of the most amazing in the world. … Read further

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