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Gondolier in action with the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute in the background.

Private gondola ride: unforgettable experiences in Venice

4 May 2023

A private gondola ride in Venice offers a romantic and unique experience. Enjoy stunning views of canals and palaces, perfect for celebrating special occasions like anniversaries or birthdays.
Panoramic view of Venice

Must-sees in Venice

4 May 2023

What to do in Venice? The city offers numerous attractions, activities and last but not least, incredible memories.
The Bridge of Sighs at sunset, lit by warm lights, surrounded by Venice's historical architecture

The new prisons

3 May 2023

Connected to the Doge's Palace via the iconic Bridge of Sighs, the New Prisons offered improved conditions with larger, airier cells, marking a shift in 17th-century penal architecture.​
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.