Top Venice Shows & Performances

Experience an evening of opera in Venice, surrounded by the historical elegance of a 15th-century palace. The singers and musicians of the Musica a Palazzo ensemble perform classics of Italian opera within the ornate salons of Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto. Move from room to room along with the performers and soak up the drama of epics like 'La Traviata' and 'Rigoletto' in a truly intimate environment.

Pay homage to the golden age of Venice with a night at the opera. Enjoy a thrilling program of baroque classics and operatic arias, performed by the orchestra and singers of I Musici Veneziani. The show whisks you back to 18th-century Venice, with performers dressed in traditional Venetian costumes and a spectacular setting in the exclusive Salone Capitolare at the Scuola Grande di San Teodoro.

Hear Antonio Vivaldi’s magnificent ‘Four Seasons’ performed by Venice’s acclaimed I Musici Veneziani. The 1.5-hour show will whisk you back to 18th-century Venice, with performers dressed in traditional Venetian costumes and a spectacular setting in the exclusive Salone Capitolare at the Scuola Grande di San Teodoro.

Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of baroque music at this authentic chamber performance in Venice. The 17th-century Church of San Vidal provides an intimate historic setting and fantastic acoustics for concertos and symphonies by European masters such as Mozart, Bach, Vivaldi, and Handel. The talented members of the Interpreti Veneziani ensemble bring these musical masterworks to life for a night out you won’t soon forget.

Take a course on mask making from a master artisan in Venice, and learn about the history of this ancient tradition. You can choose from a production class or a decoration class, or you can even take both. In the production class, learn how to make your own papier-mâché mask, and in the decoration class, you can paint or use materials to decorate your mask. No matter which option you choose, you get to bring home your creation—just in time for Carnival.

Visit Torcello, Murano, and Burano—three islands in the Venetian Lagoon—on this tour from Venice by motorboat. With a guide, watch glass being blown at a Murano glass factory, see historical cathedrals on Torcello, and admire exquisite handmade lace on Burano. This is a great way to see more than just the central sights of Venice and enjoy a cruise on the water. Select a departure time when booking.

Delve into Venetian history on this tour that showcases two of the city's most iconic structures and sheds light on the stories behind them both. Enjoy skip-the-line access to both popular attractions. Your first stop is legendary St. Mark's Basilica. Wander around the mosaic-covered interior and Byzantine treasures while a local guide fills you in on how this collection came to be. Then continue to the Doge’s Palace to explore the former political heart of Venice.

Explore Venice's famous canals on a guided gondola ride through the city. Meander beneath bridges and along quiet, peaceful stretches in a traditional Venetian boat, taking in sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Campo Manin as you go. Join up to five others—along with your expert gondolier—in enjoying one of Venice's most leisurely and original pastimes, and don't miss this chance to experience the Grand Canal from the water.

Book a shared Venice Link arrival transfer from Marco Polo Airport to your Venice hotel, and enjoy a stress-free start to your trip. It’s a simple, cost-effective boat transfer that’s available through the week.

Take a musical adventure in Venice with a concert by Interpreti Veneziani and a visit to the city's music museum. Learn about the legacy of Vivaldi, a Venetian composer who left a distinct mark on the canal city, and see string instruments from the 17th-19th centuries in the Music Museum housed inside the San Maurizio Church. Listen later that evening as the Interpreti Veneziani ensemble performs works by such famous composers as Handel, Bach and Mozart.

For a special night out while vacationing in Venice, book an entertaining evening out at the cabaret. A grand magic show, musical performers, and dancers keep you entertained while you dine on a multi-course international dinner with Italian wine. Choose from among three different menus; a welcome cocktail is included.

Murano, a tight cluster of islands on the outskirts of Venice, has been the center of the city’s glassmaking industry since 1291. This small-group glass-blowing demonstration takes place in a historic former church dubbed Ex Chiesa di Santa Chiara, and allows you to observe glass-making masters at work as they bend and sculpt glass to create two original pieces before your eyes.

Venice is delightful any time of day, but the city shows its true romantic spirit after the sun sets each evening. Enjoy the beauty of Venice by night with an evening out in the historic center. Relax over an intimate dinner in a traditional Venetian restaurant just off St. Mark’s Square, and then enjoy a classical music concert in the historic Church of San Vidal a short stroll away.

Venice is at its most romantic after sunset, when the city is bathed in the glow of streetlamps and most of the crowds have left. Experience this golden hour in the “Floating City” with this night tour that touches on both its iconic sights and lesser-known treasures that many visitors overlook. Follow your guide by moonlight through the warren of quiet lanes and canals to learn about Venetian history and lore.

Raise a glass during Venice’s treasured cocktail hour on this food and wine tour that takes you away from the crowds and tourist traps to wine bars where locals go. Sample a classic Aperol spritz and other ‘aperitivos’ paired with the Venetian small plates known as ‘cicchetti’ while chatting with a foodie guide. In between bites and sips, stroll through the medieval streets of the Cannaregio district to see a different side of Venice.

Discover Venice’s local side—and head off the tourist trail—on this immersive, private tour. Choose from multiple start times to suit your schedule, meet your guide at a convenient start point (or your hotel), and set off on foot. You’ll venture beyond the crowded areas, and will discover lesser-known treasures from quieter neighborhoods and backstreets to historic churches, gondola-making facilities, and more.

An itinerary that will take us off-the-beaten-path to hidden corners often unknown to Venetians too! Meet me where you prefer and tell me what you would like to see. Let me “guess” your tastes and suggest where to go: my greatest satisfaction will be to see the amazement in your eyes, as we discover a Venice you would have never been to, without the help of a local friend! Silent neighborhoods that take us back in time, where everything is steeped in history, allowing me to answer any questions you may have about Venice!we will then discover Venice from the water with a private water taxi after that "Let’s go to drink a shadow" . This is an invitation to go for a drink, and more exactly a small glass of wine (a "shadow"), plus .Cicchetti are small snacks typically served in traditional "bàcari" Normally not a part of home cooking, the cicchetti’s importance lies not just in the food itself,but also in how, when and where they are eaten with fingers and toothpicks

Getting the right photos is a crucial part of any vacation. Leave the selfie stick at home and book a session with a professional photographer who will create beautiful images of you in some of Venice's most beautiful locations.

Venice, this wonderful city rising out of the water, was one of the wonders in Europe, and during the 15th and 16th century one the richest in the Mediterranean Sea with a population of approx. 170.00 thousand inhabitants. More than 11.000 were courtesans...In a cosmopolitan and active city like Venice, at the time of the Serenissima the courtesan phenomenon found fertile ground. The Republic was not only the beating heart of a thriving commercial activity, but also a center of passage for merchants , for pilgrims, people on the move, foreigners of all sorts .Many were those who went to the lagoon due to the high number of precious relics. As many as those that arrived in the wake of the oriental routes for the sale of luxury goods. The phenomenon of prostitution flourished in this purely male environment. Like most activities it was not only controlled by the city government but also used as a tool to maintain public order Let’s explore the Venetian courtesan culture

The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is one of the most modern art museums in Italy. You can enjoy a much richer experience visiting the collection with this private tour. After exploring the Dorsoduro district, your Venetian art historian will take you to the museum to see works by Picasso, Mirò, Max Ernst, Dali, and more, and learn all about Guggenheim's life.

Discover why Venice is a city of music with this unique experience in the heart of the city. Hear the music of the great Venetian composers of the Baroque period played on instruments from the period. The program changes every week and includes prestigious guest ensembles from around the world.

Shop through botteghe and tiny shops and find artisanal souvenir and objects 100% made in Italy, listening to the story of these businesses often started by family members who transmitted their knowledge to others with passion and love for their work. Venice, in addition to being a city of art, has always been a city of artisan excellence and creative talent. For more than 1,000 years the hands of masterful Venetian craftsmen have been creating precious and refined objects: mosaics, glassware, fabrics, jewellery and perfumes. Even today, Venice is brimming with ancient know-how that cannot be found elsewhere in the world. Innovative boutiques and concept stores are flanked by artisan studios, where masterpieces in glassware, pearl, gold, paper, and leather are created; there are even ateliers of historic masks and costumes, artistic kilns, antique tailoring and weaving workshops, woodworking shops and printing studios, graphic design studios where unique products can be found.

With a backdrop as magnificent as Venice, you’ll want to share your visit on social media. This private portrait session will guarantee that you have plenty of shots worth posting on Instagram, or to share with friends and family. Pose with a professional photographer in iconic locations around Venice, including St. Mark’s Square, the Rialto Bridge, and the Riva degli Schiavoni gondola stand.

Experience beautiful Burano Island on this guided excursion with a professional photographer. After a convenient hotel pickup, meet your photo guide at the Church of San Martino and explore the island’s romantic, pastel-colored houses and buildings and capture perfectly composed, memorable images of special occasions like an engagement, a marriage proposal, an anniversary, or a family photo session.