Stories
The Due Torri Hotel is like a book.
Or rather, a diary which collects fragments of life, those of Hollywood stars as well as anonymous passing travellers, with many pages still to be written. It is also a diary which recounts the cultural events that bring the city to life. Above all, it is a space for stories, and we want to share the most significant ones here.
Style & Culture
Amongst historic frescoes, elegant salons and atmospheres evocative of centuries of Veronese history, the Due Torri Hotel recounts a unique way of experiencing Italian beauty.
This section contains stories, anecdotes and suggestions weaving together art, elegance and culture, revealing the authentic spirit of the palazzo and its deep links with the city of Verona.
Season’s Greetings from the Due Torri Ho
“Christmas is coming, the holiday that more than any other celebrates the pleasure of being together. This is why I wish to thank all our guests for the special moments we have shared.” Franco Vanetti, General Manager of the Duetorrihotels Group, invites readers of the blog to see out 2022 by thinking back to their favourite moments at the Due Torri Hotel in Verona. “We’ve come a long way together…
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History of Due Torri Hotel
“Your second home in Verona is looking forward to seeing you to celebrate Christmas together. We shall be happy to welcome you to spend the festive season with us at the Due Torri Hotel, in a building rich in history and culture. Dating from the fourteenth-century, when it was known as the Palazzo dell’Aquila, or Palace of the Eagle, and served as the La Scala family guest quarters, the hotel boas…
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Mozart at twelve at the Due Torri
The Due Torri Hotel in Verona has many a tale to tell. The hotel, which boasts a very long tradition of hospitality, began life in the 14th century as the Palazzo dell’Aquila, or Palace of the Eagle, when it served as the La Scala family guest quarters. It has welcomed crowned heads – such as the Emperors of Austria – political figures such as Joaquim Murat, Radetzky, Garibaldi and, later, M…
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Suites & Rooms at Due Torri
The Due Torri Hotel in Verona is a place of timeless charm: it began life as the Palazzo dell’Aquila, or Palace of the Eagle, under the La Scala family in the 13th century, and later became the Grand Hotel Imperiale. Today manager Silvano De Rosa tells journalist Savina Confaloni about the many treasures the hotel houses on a mini tour in which he opens the doors to the prestigious suites and room…
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The Sheikh of Dubai
Thanks to its history, the Due Torri Hotel has always been a benchmark for hospitality in Verona. Originally known as the Palazzo dell'Aquila, the Palace of the Eagle, in the 13th century t was used as a guest quarters by the Della Scala family, the lords of Verona. In the 17th century it served as an inn and in the middle of the 19th it was transformed into the Grand Hotel Imperiale. It is still…
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Verona is a harmonious weave of elegant palazzi, ancient churches, romantic views and atmospheres which change with every step, between Roman remains and mediaeval architecture.
It is a city to be experienced slowly, letting the details guide you: an ancient door, a hidden courtyard, the reflection of the sunset in the Adige river.
From the Due Torri Hotel, in the heart of the historic centre, a world of routes and suggestions to discover the city in all its nuances opens up.
Castelvecchio Museum
Just a 15-minute walk from Hotel Due Torri in Verona, Castelvecchio rises imposingly in the heart of the city, the undisputed symbol of the Della Scala seigniory and one of Verona's most iconic sites. Built between 1354 and 1356, the castle was conceived as a defensive structure and fortified residence of the Della Scala seigniory.
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Basilica of San Zeno
Discover the majesty of the Basilica di San Zeno, a jewel of Veronese Romanesque architecture and a tribute to the city's patron saint. Also known as San Zeno Maggiore or San Zenone, this church is built on three levels, representing one of the most spectacular examples of the Romanesque style in Italy.
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Visit to Palazzo Maffei
Palazzo Maffei presents itself as an exciting destination for art enthusiasts, offering a fascinating journey through two thousand years of history, with over 600 works reflecting an extraordinary passion for art collection. The focus is on vibrant Veronese painting, with a special emphasis on Italian Futurism and Metaphysics.
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Fresco Museum
It is a charming structure that houses a precious collection of frescoes torn from the facades of the palaces and churches of the city of Verona. This extraordinary exhibition finds its home inside the ancient deconsecrated monastery of San Francesco al Corso, giving the museum a unique and evocative atmosphere.
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The Valpolicella region
The Valpolicella region, located north of Verona, is characterized by vineyards as far as the eye can see, which creep through the meadows up to the hills. The landscape is never monotonous and changes as the road rises towards the highest hills, to the gates of the regional park of Lessinia.
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A stay at the Due Torri Hotel is an invitation to discover the timeless elegance of Verona and the charm of the surrounding area. From private visits to the city’s symbolic monuments and experiences linked to the great operatic tradition of the Arena, through to tastings in the wineries of Valpolicella and excursions to Lake Garda, every offering is designed to let you experience Verona in an exclusive manner.
Here we bring together the experiences and partnerships which will transform your stay into a special memory.
The “secret” of the Due Torri?
The 5-star Due Torri Hotel in Verona plays a vital role in the hospitality sector in the city. A treasure trove of art and history with lots of stories to tell, it offers guests an immersive experience in the heart of the city. All this is possible thanks to the hotel’s strong ties with the local area and collaboration with the most important national and international partners. Today we discover…
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Wellness
There are many ways in which the Due Torri Hotel can transform a stay in Verona into an unforgettable experience and a precious memory. Guest care and 5-star service play a fundamental role. As do the history of the building, not to mention the ability to optimise it and create ambiences for enjoying the pleasures of life – thus promoting an ideal of complete wellness. Let’s see how.
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Verona, tours and experiences
Verona, city of opera and romance, cradle of a lifestyle devoted to wellbeing, beauty, and pleasure — especially at the table. It only takes a minute to fall in love with the city, but discovering all its secrets requires the advice of those who truly know it well.
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Sales Manager Interview
For more than ten years she has been the ambassador of our 5-star hotel in Verona, in her words a unique experience. Here Giorgia Gazzuola tells us how she lives her profession
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The Manager’s Tale
Behind the scenes at Verona’s five-star hotel is an ever-present figure, the manager, who is the pillar of the whole place. Here he guides us on a journey through past and present, tells us about his profession with anecdotes and stories about the Due Torri Hotel.
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Our culinary offering comes from the meeting of Veronese tradition and contemporary creativity. Refined environments and selected ingredients give rise to dishes which recount the local area with taste and personality.
In this section we share the stories, flavours and inspirations behind our cuisine.
Spritz cocktail and its originis
Spritz is one of the most beloved cocktails and has its origins in Veneto. It was born in fact during the Austrian domination between the late '700 and early '800, when the Habsburg soldiers to sweeten the Venetian wines considered too strong began to stretch them with sparkling water.
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The wine tradition
The vine and wine are part and parcel of the history, culture and landscape of the Veneto region, which have characterized over the centuries the ways of life, the economy, fame and food and wine traditions.
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Bigoli with sardines
Bigoli with sardines are a typical dish of the Venetian tradition, made with egg pasta, bigoli, and a sauce of salted sardines.
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The venetian cuisine
The Veneto region is a treasure trove of gourmet delights and the Due Torri Hotel, a symbol of Veronese hospitality, is an important ambassador of its food and wine tradition. Today, accompanied by journalist Savina Confaloni, manager Silvano De Rosa tells us all about it. This five-star hotel has many culinary suggestions in store for Veronesi and Italian and international travellers alike. The m…
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Gourmet Verona
Verona, a romantic city famous for its art and culture– not to mention its food. The local cuisine revolves around the tradition of rice – thanks especially to Vialone Nano, the first variety in Europe to receive PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) status – the wines from the vineyards of Valpolicella, and the olives from the groves on the hills around the city. The Due Torri Hotel is an ambas…
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