Things to do in Carnival of Venice
The Carnival of Venice is one of the most appreciated costume parties of the world, as well as one of those with the most ancient origins, which dates back to the Middle Ages. In addition to being an event of the tradition of the "Serenissima", the modern Carnival every year attracts large numbers of tourists, who compete to buy tickets to watch the shows of the Grand Theatre of Piazza San Marco. Around the square are held great historical and artistic exclusive events, where elegance and style are melted in the transgression.
One of the most awaited events is definitely the famous Angel Flight, which takes place at the stroke of midday on the first Sunday of celebration and decreed the official start of the Carnival: a secret guest takes bravely flight from the Bell Tower and halfway throws confetti and other small gifts on the crowd. Other important events are the historic parade of the Doge, the arrival of the procession of the Feast of Marie and the Dance of the Serenissima.
Our recommendations in Carnival of Venice
Venice Carnival Mask Workshop in St. Mark's Area
Take part in an exclusive decoration course, learn the ancient technique of making a Venetian Carnival mask out of paper-mâché and take one home as a special souvenir.
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Secrets of Carnival guided tour with Giacomo Casanova
Discover the secrets of the Venice Carnival with a guide in traditional 18th-century costume, visit the places Casanova lived and listen to stories and anecdotes about his life. Try a delicious hot chocolate and Venetian fritelle in a café.
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Venetian Style Carnival Pub Crawl
Dress up in costume and mask and enjoy this walking tour of Venice. Walk through the Labyrinth of small alleyways and visit 3 local bars know as Bacari in the Venetian dialect.
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Carnival of Venice The Ball of Dreams Tickets with Dinner
Book your tickets and experience The Ball of Dreams in Venice!
Venice Carnival Mask Workshop in St. Mark's Area
Take part in an exclusive decoration course, learn the ancient technique of making a Venetian Carnival mask out of paper-mâché and take one home as a special souvenir.
en, it, fr, es
Secrets of Carnival guided tour with Giacomo Casanova
Discover the secrets of the Venice Carnival with a guide in traditional 18th-century costume, visit the places Casanova lived and listen to stories and anecdotes about his life. Try a delicious hot chocolate and Venetian fritelle in a café.
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Venetian Style Carnival Pub Crawl
Dress up in costume and mask and enjoy this walking tour of Venice. Walk through the Labyrinth of small alleyways and visit 3 local bars know as Bacari in the Venetian dialect.
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Carnival of Venice The Ball of Dreams Tickets with Dinner
Book your tickets and experience The Ball of Dreams in Venice!
Magic Mask Decoration Class in St. Mark’s Square
Join a decoration course with a local painter, paint your own Carnival mask and bring your unique souvenir with you!
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Venetian Carnival mask workshop
Create your own Carnival mask, learn the techniques from an expert guide, decorate it with precious materials and bring it home with you!
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Carnival in Love Grand Ball Les Jardins de Venise Tickets with Dinner
Discover the magical world of my Venice Gardens during the Venice Carnival 2025!
Visit Sogno Veneziano Atelier, unveil the secrets of construction and decoration of the papier-mâché masks and get 30% special discount on any product of the Atelier.
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Reviews Carnival of Venice
“Very good evening. Muscians, singers good & ‘dance coordinators' very professional. The canapés, meal & wine very good and the venue was wonderful. All the guests had entered into the spirit of the evening and the costumes were superb.”
“The guide was a ton of fun and I immediately fell in love with the city.”
“Voilà une soirée débutant par un apéritif d'accueil très convivial, suivi d'un repas adapté à chacun autour de grandes tablées. Le repas bien servi, alterné de belcanto et de cours de danse; l'ambiance était bien à la vénitienne !!! Merci beaucoup à tous.”
