In Venice explore lesser known galleries on a walking route from Piazza San Marco to the Academy bridge. A must for art lovers seeking something more intimate and authentic, this walking route offers a unique glimpse into Venice’s thriving and vibrant creative spirit.
Galleries of the Dorsoduro.
Discover Venice’s “Gallery Mile” on a walking route, between the Academy Bridge and the Salute Basilica. A treasure trove for art lovers, the north-eastern side of the Dorsoduro district, offers several renowned public galleries – The Galleria Accademia, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the Galleria di Palazzo Cini, and finally the Punta della Dogana Art Museum.
Graffiti and Street Art in Venice
It is a multifaceted phenomenon intertwining history, culture, artistic expression and social commentary.
Canaletto and the Gondola
A small celebration in images, words and verse, of his Venetian paintings, featuring this iconic Venetian vessel.
Acqua Alta Bookstore
This authentically Venetian “Libreria”, is renowned for the unique way it displays its treasure trove of wares.
Commedia dell’arte
A vibrant theatrical tradition, that celebrates wit, physicality and the timeless art of improvisation. Literally translated as ”comedy of the profession” it was an early form of professional theatre.
History and Development of Venetian Opera
In the 17th and 18th centuries, Venice played a pivotal role in the development of opera, transitioning from its early roots in church and chamber forms to the vibrant…
Teatro Carlo Goldoni
Built by the Vendramin family in 1622, is the oldest in Venice still in existence today; offering an international repertoire and facilities to the community.
Carlo Gozzi
The Venetian playwright (1720-1806) was renowned for his vigorous defence of the traditional “Commedia dell’arte”; against the dramatic reforms proposed by such contemporaries, as Carlo Goldoni and Pietro Chiari.
Carlo Goldoni
He was an 18th century Italian playwright and librettist from the Republic of Venice. Renovating the well-established Italian “commedia dell’art” dramatic form, he is considered the founder of Italian realistic comedy.