Temperatures are generally mild with occasional coastal breezes; conditions are highly variable so dressing in layers is recommended.
Start the morning exploring the center of the historic Venetian Empire, taking in the spectacular Gothic architecture of the Doge's Palace and the intricate mosaics of St. Mark's Basilica.
Book tickets · partner linkPublic Transit · 30 mins — Take Vaporetto Line 1 or 2 from the San Marco stop to the Accademia stop, enjoying a scenic ride along the Grand Canal.
Participate in a hands-on, traditional papier-mâché mask making workshop at one of the oldest and most authentic artisan studios in Venice.
Visit websiteWalk · 5 mins — Take a short, picturesque stroll down the Rio di San Trovaso to reach the bacaro.
Enjoy a casual but unforgettable lunch standing at a historic, family-run wine shop. Point to select an array of fresh, inventive cicchetti alongside regional wine.
Visit websiteWalk · 25 mins — Wander slowly back across the Accademia bridge, giving you time for photography before arriving at the gondola pier near Santa Maria del Giglio.
Embark on a peaceful private gondola ride that bypasses the chaotic Grand Canal in favor of the silent, romantic, and narrow inner waterways of the sestiere.
Walk · 2 hours 45 mins — Spend the afternoon at leisure, resting or freshening up at your accommodation before enjoying a short evening walk to your dinner spot.
Indulge in a Michelin-recognized dinner that reconstructs 14th to 17th-century Venetian recipes, paired with an extensive tasting menu of rare regional wines.
Visit websitePick your own interests, pace and dates — it’s free.