Top Venice Shows & Performances

Spend a one-of-a-kind evening out in Venice—and enjoy a night of classical music, hosted steps from some of the city's best-known sights—during this special concert experience. Book tickets in advance to guarantee your place; then, head to the venue, steps from the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Cathedral. Listen as talented singers perform arias from some of the most beloved Italian operas, all interspersed with piano performances.

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.

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 the Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto. Move from room to room with the performers and soak up the drama of epics such as “La Traviata” and “Rigoletto” in a truly intimate, immersive environment.

Many people come to Venice to sightsee and miss out on the Floating City’s nightlife. For a special experience, book an entertaining evening out at the cabaret. A grand magic show, musical performers, and dancers keep you entertained while you dine on a three-course dinner with Italian wine. Choose from among three different menus; a welcome cocktail is included.

Avoid wasting precious vacation time on this skip-the-line tour of the New Prisons of the Doge’s Palace, which includes pre-booked admission tickets. Visit some of the oldest prison cells in Europe, and listen to stories of prisoners like Casanova in English and Italian. Groups are capped at 16 people for a less-rushed experience.

Immerse yourself in the lush 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.

Enter the enchantment of 18th century Venice with a magical candlelit concert at Palazzo Soranzo. In these elegant halls, in the spring of 1746, a young Giacomo Casanova played the violin for three days on the occasion of the lavish wedding between the Soranzo and the Cornaro della Regina. A fascinating anecdote that makes this location truly unique. Wrapped in the flickering light of hundreds of candles, Casanova makes its return, a refined chamber ensemble in period costumes will revive the soundscape of the Serenissima. You will hear masterpieces by Antonio Vivaldi, Giuseppe Tartini and Luigi Boccherini, performed in the very rooms that hosted the Casanova musician. Each note recalls the elegance, intrigue and splendor of an unforgettable era, transporting you to the world that forged its legend. More than just a concert, it is an intimate journey through music and history, where the atmosphere of ancient Venetian festivals still seem to awaken today.

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.

The entrance lines at Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice can sometimes feel like they last forever. Bypass the annoyance of waiting in long queues by prebooking a Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tour. Perfect for those with a limited time in Venice, you’ll visit both big attractions with a guide leading the way and loading you with historical information you wouldn’t hear otherwise.

An unforgettable experience in the most beautiful city in the world: Venice, Interpreti Veneziani, Vivaldi, the 4 Seasons, the most fascinating music between Rialto, St. Mark's, Accademia, the Carnival, the Theatres, the incredible open-air Museum. Antonio Vivaldi, with his famous Four Seasons and virtuoso solo concertos, together with the other great Baroque composers, are represented in Venice by the ensemble Interpreti Veneziani. Founded 35 years ago, for more than twenty years its concerts have been hosted by a venue with exceptional acoustics, embellished by works of art and an exhibition of original musical instruments from the 18th century: the church of San Vidal, between the Gallerie dell'Accademia, Rialto and San Marco. Venice, with its unforgettable atmospheres, is the setting for a real experience that cannot be missed by those who come here: a live concert, performed by a double group of talents, selected for their qualities as virtuoso performers and soloists.

Cap off your time in Venice with an unforgettable evening of classical music in the heart of the city. Just steps from St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, this intimate concert brings Italy’s operatic tradition to life through celebrated arias performed by talented vocalists, accompanied by elegant piano interludes. Reserve your tickets in advance to secure your preferred seating time and enjoy a refined cultural experience in one of Venice’s most iconic settings. Perfect for both first-time opera listeners and seasoned music lovers, this performance offers a memorable way to experience the atmosphere, artistry, and romance of Venice after dark.

Explore the intricacies of two famed Italian handicrafts on a fully guided day trip from Venice to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano with a group of up to 22 people. Watch centuries-old glassblowing techniques in Murano, and marvel at the detailed stitches of exquisite Burano lace. Your knowledgeable guide will share the history of these two artisan islands while you visit local workshops and wander the picturesque streets.

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.

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. 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.

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.

Experience one of Venice's landmarks without the crowds with this after-hours tour of St. Mark's Basilica. Marvel at mosaics, explore the crypt believed to house St. Mark's remains, and soak in the serene atmosphere. To explore more of Venice at this peaceful time, upgrade your experience to include a visit to the Doge's Palace, the historic seat of the Venetian Republic’s government, and the Bridge of Sighs.

Leave Venice behind to explore its lagoon islands—and avoid the crowds—on this small-group tour to Murano. Step inside a craft workshop, watch artisans give a glassblowing demonstration, and savor an included glass of Prosecco at a showroom and art gallery. Learn about local history, culture, and architecture and enjoy the chance to indulge in some retail therapy along the way.

Celebrate the New Year in grand Venetian style with a New Year's Eve or New Year's Day concert by the acclaimed I Musici Veneziani performers. The ornate historic surroundings of a salon in the Scuola Grande di San Teodoro provide a sophisticated backdrop for a recital of classics by Mozart, Verdi, Strauss, and others. Feel transported to the 18th century as you revel in the sensory delights of 14 singers and musicians bringing these compositions to life while adorned in rich period costumes.

Sit inside the orchestra. Vivaldi Immersive is an immersive concert experience on Apple Vision Pro in a small gallery in the heart of Venice, a 12-minute walk from the Rialto Bridge. You take a seat in a ball chair, put on the headset and find yourself in the middle of the ensemble Verità Baroque as they play Vivaldi's Four Seasons. The musicians are close enough to touch, every instrument stays in its place around you thanks to spatial Dolby Atmos sound, and each concerto unfolds in a historically authentic scene of 18th-century Venice, from a palazzo music salon in spring to a canal night with a mysterious fair lady. Nothing is animated or synthesised: every note is played by real musicians. A narration in English, Italian or German, chosen per guest, sets each scene. Sessions start every 30 minutes and last about 25 minutes, seated throughout, with up to 15 guests. No VR experience needed: our team fits the headset and gets you started.

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.

an immersive Christmas experience inside Palazzo Soranzo, a 15th century Gothic building in Campo San Polo, where Venetian history is transformed into a fairytale world. Enter the Venetian Elven world and discover all its secret rooms: Elven School, Santa Claus Office, Elven Workshops, Lady Christmas Chocolate Shop and Post Office. At the Elven School you will take part in “extraordinary” lessons of Elven magic; in the Elven Laboratories the imagination takes shape with the help of elves; in the Post Office write your letter with decorated paper and wax seal. And finally he enters Santa's Office to meet him and talk to him, takes a souvenir photo with the whole Family ... But remember, only those on the good list can meet him.

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.

Venice’s famous landmarks reveal only part of the city’s history, leaving fascinating stories hidden in plain sight. Explore Santa Croce and Rialto with a guide who uncovers the world of Venice’s historic courtesans and their influence on society during the Venetian Republic. Learn how different classes of courtesans lived and worked, and how the government regulated and profited from their trade.