Vicenza Playbook: Your Unrivalled Experience Watching the Biancorossi

Known as the City of Palladio, Vicenza is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a must-visit for anyone with even a passing interest in Renaissance architecture.

Much as is the case for neighbouring Padua, Vicenza is blessed with stunning buildings but doesn’t feel anywhere near as busy with tourists as the likes of Venice and Verona.

On the pitch, the Biancorossi’s history is just as rich. Vicenza are the oldest football club in north-eastern Italy, they won the Coppa Italia in 1997 and Serie B football returns to the Stadio Romeo Menti in 2026-27.

Where To Stay

As obvious as it sounds, and the same applies to many Italian destinations, the centro storico is your best bet. Vicenza is small and perfectly walkable, so staying in the old town will give you the chance to explore the city on foot.

There are a variety of options in terms of accommodation from budget-friendly Airbnbs to more exclusive hotels. If you fancy something different and more expensive you can always head to one of the Venetian villas in the surrounding Berici Hills that have been turned into high-end retreats.

Where To Eat

Veneto has a fine culinary tradition and Vicenza upholds the standard. Helpfully for visitors, most of the best eateries are within the centro storico.

Across the road from the the Basilica Palladiana, Angolo Palladio is famous for the city’s signature dish – the Baccalà alla Vicentina (dried stockfish slow-simmered with milk, onions and anchovies).

The menu at Trattoria Ponte delle Bele is also focused on local dishes. The Baccalà alla Vicentina comes in at €12, while the traditional Bigoli pasta starts at €13 with duck ragu or €14 with baccalà.

On the northern edge of the centro storico, Ristorante Antico Guelfo is a favourite among locals and slightly away from the tourists spots. Mains start from €16 and include homemade tagliatelle and ravioli.

Where To Drink

Directly across from the stadium’s main gates on Via Schio, Bar Stadio is the spiritual home of Vicenza fans. Make sure to order a Spritz Vicentino or a  Bianchetto – a small glass of local sparkling white wine – as you marvel at the memorabilia on display over the walls, or join the fans who spill onto the pavement for a drink.

Al Bacaro Da Gerard on Corso Padova is a classic Venetian bar that offers a good selection of wines and the local cicchetti – Venetian tapas – still within reasonable distance from the Stadio Menti.

Away from the ground, Vicenza, like its Venetian counterparts, takes the aperitivo very seriously. Flaschetteria Da Renzo, a legendary no-frills spot in the central Contrà Frasche del Gambero is famous for serving local wines in small glasses called goti.

Ostaria Il Grottino on Piazza delle Erbe offers a prime view of the Torre Bissara and the Basilica and is the perfect spot for people watching while sipping on an Aperol Spritz.

Tucked away on a side street in the centro storico, Antica Casa della Malvasia has an old-school tavern feel and an extensive wine list.

And if you fancy something slightly different head to Bar Borsa. Arguably one of the best-known bars in Vicenza, it is within the arches of the Basilica Palladiana and transitions from sophisticated cafe during the day to lively jazz bar in the evening.

Don’t Forget

Tickets – Vicenza tickets are available on the club website and at authorised TicketOne selling points in the city – the closest to the stadium is the CCCB point just outside the ground.

Tickets will vary in price depending on the stand and it will be worth checking closer to the start of the new season. But in 2025-26 kids under 10 paid €5 for any stand. 

If picking up tickets at the stadium or at the ticket office, remember to have ID with you and leave a bit of time as collection offices can get busy.

Kick-off times may be moved, so bear that in mind when arranging a trip far in advance.

Merchandise – Official Vicenza merchandise can be purchased on the club website or at the store at the Stadio Romeo Menti, while a temporary shop in the central Piazza dei Signori opened in April. Check the opening times on the website.

Did You Know?

Vicenza reached the semi-finals of the Cup Winners’ Cup in 1998, where they were knocked out by eventual winners Chelsea 3-2 on aggregate. The Biancorossi won the home leg 1-0 and took the lead in the return fixture at Stamford Bridge before Gustavo Poyet, Gianfranco Zola and Mark Hughes scored.

Getting There

Vicenza doesn’t have an airport and your best option from the UK is to fly into Venice. From Marco Polo Airport take a shuttle bus to Venezia Mestre railway station, then a direct train to Vicenza.

Ryanair and Jet2 also offers flights from London Gatwick and London Stansted to Verona Villafranca, which is the closest airport to Vicenza. A shuttle bus runs from the airport to Verona Porta Nuova train station. Frequent regional and high-speed trains reach Vicenza in 25–40 minutes.

Need Another Football Fix?

Veneto is a football hotbed with few equals in Italy. Padova and Verona are 15 and 30 minutes away by train respectively, while Venezia is a 45-minute train ride. Treviso are in Serie D and and hour and 20 minutes away.