Top Nightlife Experiences in Venice
Though nightlife in Venice is more understated than epic, the city still enchants after sunset. Gondoliers paddle across the reflection of glowing palazzos in canals; wine flows freely inside candlelit taverns; and classical music drifts from stone churches. Here’s how to enjoy Venice at night.
Cruise the Canals or Lagoon at Sunset
Cruising Venice’s famous canals is even more romantic at sunset, when the city illuminates. Book a gondola ride with a serenade for extra atmosphere; watch the sky change color during a motorboat ride down the Grand Canal; or sail across the Venetian Lagoon for a new perspective of the Floating City.
Dine and Drink like a Venetian
Happy hour is a cherished tradition in Venice, so join a food and wine tour to discover the city’s best wine bars and learn to ordercicchetti (Venetian tapas). Dinner is usually served late, so grab an espresso and sit down among locals for a meal of fresh seafood paired with Veneto wines.
Catch a Concert in a Historic Venue
Live music in Venice means intimate shows and traditional instruments. Book tickets to the acclaimed Interpreti Veneziani or Musica a Palazzo for an evening of Baroque chamber music or Italian opera ballads. Concerts are usually held in historic palaces or churches for time-tested acoustics.
Step Inside St. Mark’s After Hours
St. Mark’s Basilica—the Byzantine centerpiece of St. Mark’s Square—buzzes with activity and crowds during the day. Enjoy more room to admire golden mosaics and jeweled altarpieces on an after-hours tour that grants you access after doors close to the general public. Be sure to step back and admire the illuminated basilica and neighboring Doge’s Palace from the outside, too.
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Small Group or Private Venice Food Tour: Cicchetti and Wine
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Taste your way through the backstreet bars of Venice on this delicious food and wine tour. Follow your local guide to different ‘enotecas’ (wine bars) to discover where local Venetians go to drink and mingle. At each stop, sample regional wines and Prosecco served alongside plates of the popular Venetian appetizers called ‘cicchetti.’ Group size is limited to 12 to ensure a personalized experience.
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Musica a Palazzo 'Traveling Opera' Performance in Venice
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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 Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto. Move from room to room along with the performers and soak up the drama of epics like 'La Traviata' and 'Rigoletto' in a truly intimate environment.
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$107.04
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I Musici Veneziani Concert: Baroque and Opera
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Pay homage to the golden age of Venice with a night at the opera. Enjoy a thrilling program of baroque classics and operatic arias, performed by the orchestra and singers of I Musici Veneziani. The show whisks 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.
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Venice Sunset Cruise by Typical Venetian Boat
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Sail across the Venetian Lagoon on this romantic, 2-hour sunset cruise. Get a new perspective on the towering cathedrals and historic palazzos that line the isles of Venice from aboard a traditional Venetian boat. Pop open a half bottle of Prosecco and soak up the glorious sights of St Mark’s Basin and Venice Lido bathed in the golden light of sunset. Tour numbers are limited to 11 people to ensure an intimate, personalized experience.
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Venice Ghost and Legends Walking Tour
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As night falls on Venice and the crowds disappear, discover the city’s darkest secrets on this devilishly entertaining ghost tour. Wander through narrow passageways and past the blackened, vacant canals to uncover Venice’s haunted history. Listen to your ghost-hunter guide spin tales about the sinister deeds and tragic ends of the figures who once walked the streets—some of whom are believed to still wander as restless spirits.
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$33.15
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Interpreti Veneziani Ensemble Baroque Concert in Venice Ticket
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Immerse yourself in the sights and 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.
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Venice Wines Spirits with cicchetti tasting and Sightseeing Guided Tour
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Combine sightseeing with wine tasting on this small-group walking tour of Venice. Visit some of the canal city's most famous wine bars to sample local wines and spirits with assorted appetizers. Between wine bars, see attractions like the San Francesco della Vigna cloisters, Arsenale, and the art of San Zaccaria.
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Venice Gondola Ride and Serenade with Dinner
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Feel the romance of a classic Venetian experience with a serenaded gondola ride through Venice’s famed canals, capped off by dinner or lunch at a renowned local eatery. Settle into a traditional gondola boat for a ride through the Grand Canal and some of the city’s smaller waterways, while onboard musicians provide a passionate soundtrack of Italian ballads. Savor an authentic Venetian meal at the top-rated Hostaria Ai Coristi Restaurant to conclude your enchanted evening or afternoon tour.
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Four-course Food & Wine Pairing Elegant Dinner in Venice
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Taste the flavors of Venice with this gourmet four-course dinner complete with wine pairings! Settle in at a top-rated restaurant in the heart of Venice and relax among a romantic atmosphere. Start your meal off with a local aperitif, and then savor four expertly prepared courses that highlight the unique flavors of Venetian cuisine. A professional sommelier will be on hand to guide you through the wine list featuring Veneto varietals and help you choose pairings to complement each course.
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Small-Group Tour with Evening Access to Saint Mark's Basilica
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Experience Saint Mark's Basilica after hours on this 1.5-hour evening tour. Look around the chapel with your small group of 15 people, learning about its history and Byzantine architecture without the buzz of a thousand other visitors.
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