VENICE
The best of Venice, in order.
The 15 most popular opera & classical concerts in Venice. The ones worth your hours in a city you cross on foot and by water, with prices, run times and who to book each with.
Skip the line at Venice’s La Fenice Opera House with a 7-language audio guide. See rooms, architecture, and opera history fast.
Most Popular“it was interesting to see would be better to book when there is a show”
Baroque strings in the Church of San Vidal. A 90-minute Venice concert by Interpreti Veneziani with Vivaldi plus optional CD.
“It was absolutely wonderful. The players were so animated and performed impeccably. The venue was enchanting. The acoustics were amazing”
A Vivaldi Four Seasons concert with I Musici Veneziani in Venice’s ornate Salone Capitolare, with period costumes and baroque extras.
“We had a fantastic time in Venice. We were looking for a type of show which captures a bit of elegance. Adding classical music and a bit of opera after dinner. The costumes and performers were fantastic! Get there early if you have a seating preference as it in chairs lined no stadium seating so…”
Musica a Palazzo stages traveling opera in Venice’s Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto, moving salon to salon with an included drink.
“We saw Rigoletto, and it was an excellent experience. We’ve seen a full production of the opera live before, and the intimate setting and WONDERFUL singers and musicians really made this production come together. You are in an old house for the opera, and will move to different rooms for different acts of the opera.…”
Venice’s Scuola Grande San Teodoro hosts I Musici Veneziani’s Vivaldi and tenor arias in an intimate, costumed baroque concert.
“Beautiful voices and fabulous instrumental , stunning costumes. Amazing experience…… so worth it….. a must see!”
Explore Teatro La Fenice on a 1-hour English guided tour: opulent rooms, royal box views, opera history, and today’s premieres in Venice.
“An amazing place not to be missed. A well structured tour with good audio support”
A 90-minute baroque concert by Interpreti Veneziani in Venice’s San Vidal, with open seating, superb acoustics, and included music.
“This was amazing! We loved every minute of it. The musicians are extraordinary! Such a beautiful church and beautiful music! It was a highlight of our time in Venice!”
An intimate hour of opera arias in Venice’s St. Mark Square Prisons, with top voices and piano in Casanova’s palace. From $46.
“The enthusiasm and passion of the two singers and the intermediate historic location. Note you enter the building and give your name at the small kiosk best to arrive at least 20 minutes before performance begins.”
One-hour English tour at Teatro La Fenice in Venice with a local guide and ticket included, plus the phoenix story of two fires.
“Only a short tour, but very interesting to hear the history of the multiple fires and reconstructions of the building.”
A one-hour Venice classical music concert at Palazzo Pisani-Revedin, combining art-space calm with practical logistics like pickup and mobile tickets.
“Muy recomendable, un ambiente de paz y musica para el alma, apoyemos a la cultura de la musica, nos encanto para toda la familia”
A 1.5-hour Vivaldi-centered baroque concert in Venice’s historic Pietà church, with strict rules and world-class acoustics.
“Parfait pour l'acoustique du lieu et la prestation musicale”
Hear Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Venice’s Chiesa di San Vidal, then visit the Museo della Musica for free with your ticket.
“Mandatory on a Venice visit There are many options. This one is great my favorite is at the Vivaldi church . In any case book a Vivaldi concert on your visit.”
Eat organic Venetian cicchetti, sip wine, and listen to world-class live jazz at Laguna Libre on the Cannaregio canal.
“Nel prezzo è compreso aperitivo e cena con una bottiglia di vino. qualità buona eccetto le cozze nel mio cous cous che non erano fresche. Musicisti molto bravi. Unica ma importante nota dolente c'era una festa in una sala accanto di ragazzi di 20 anni che per accedere passavano dal ristorante con un vai e…”
Evening Interpreti Veneziani baroque concert in San Vidal, plus Music Museum entry at San Maurizio. Hear Vivaldi and Mozart live.
“Perfect way to enjoy an evening in Venice. The concet is about a little over and hour in length so for those who want a gelato after, it allows plenty of time!”
A 1.5-hour baroque concert in Venice’s Santa Maria della Pietà, spotlighting Vivaldi and his era. Wheelchair accessible.
“It was amazing to hear Vivaldi in the church where he actually performed. The music was absolutely splendid. Well worth it!!”
The basilica, the islands, the canals and the table, and every way to see them.
