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Interior of Harry's Bar in Venice, with wooden furnishings and a warm atmosphere.

Harry’s Bar and Ernest Hemingway

3 May 2023

Harry's Bar, opened in 1931 by Giuseppe Cipriani, became Hemingway's Venetian refuge and inspired his novel "Across the River and Into the Trees." It's also famed for inventing the Bellini cocktail and carpaccio.​
Nighttime facade of the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, illuminated and reflected in the calm waters of the Grand Canal.

Guggenheim

3 May 2023

Explore 20th-century art at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, featuring works by Picasso, Dalí, Pollock, and more, set in a historic Grand Canal palazzo.
View of the Venice Arsenal with entrance towers, wooden bridge and gondolas on the canal, a symbol of the maritime past of the Serenissima.

“L’ Arsenale” – the arsenal of Venice

3 May 2023

Explore the Arsenal of Venice, a historical shipyard pivotal to Venice’s naval power, now a cultural hub hosting significant events like the Venice Biennale.
Facade of the Doge's Palace with Gothic-style arches and pink marble decorations, a symbol of the power of the Republic of Venice.

Doge’s Palace, the Columns of Mark and Theodore and St. Mark’s Basin

3 May 2023

The Gothic Doge's Palace, once Venice's seat of power, stands beside the Columns of St. Mark and St. Theodore, guardians of the city, all facing the tranquil St. Mark's Basin.
An elegant living room with historic furnishings, soft lighting, and artwork in a sumptuous setting in the heart of Venice.

Gritti Palace, Chiesa della Salute and Punta della Dogana

3 May 2023

Experience Venetian grandeur at Gritti Palace, marvel at the iconic dome of Santa Maria della Salute, and immerse yourself in modern art at Punta della Dogana's unique space.
The refined white and pink marble façade of the Ca' d'Oro, a Venetian Gothic masterpiece overlooking the Grand Canal.

Ca’ D’Oro, Ca’ Farsetti and Palazzo Grimani

3 May 2023

Explore Ca' d'Oro's ornate Gothic design, Ca' Farsetti's Romanesque roots now housing Venice's City Hall, and Palazzo Grimani's Renaissance elegance with classical art collections.
Sumptuous interior with Murano glass chandeliers and an imperial table filled with candles in the heart of a historic Venetian palace.

Palazzo Pisani Moretta and Ca’ Foscari

3 May 2023

Palazzo Pisani Moretta dazzles with Baroque interiors and Carnival balls, while Ca' Foscari, a Gothic palace, now serves as a vibrant university hub on the Grand Canal.
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Ca’ Vendramin Calergi and Santa Fosca

3 May 2023

Ca' Vendramin Calergi, a Renaissance palace on the Grand Canal, houses the Venice Casino and Wagner Museum. Nearby, Santa Fosca Church offers Baroque elegance and historical significance.​
The facade of the Fontego dei Turchi illuminated at sunset, with Renaissance arches and golden reflections on the Grand Canal.

Fondaco dei Turchi and Ca’ Pesaro

3 May 2023

Once a traders' hub, Fondaco dei Turchi now reveals Venice’s natural wonders. Just nearby, Ca’ Pesaro captivates with avant-garde art and Eastern elegance on the Grand Canal.