VENICE GRAND TOUR

The funny thing was that Venice could not boast Roman ruins, in fact it came to be known as the capital of amusements!

Moreover, good part of its reputation was not based on the present reality, but on pre-existing myths, dating back from the 15th and 16th century.

Venetian public institutions had been revered by illustrious scholars, who often in their works mentioned the Doge, the Senate, and the Grand Council as epitomes of the perfect combination between aristocracy and democracy.
Venice was also the city of tolerance and free thinking, where foreign communities from all over lived together in peace under the public authority.

Another stereotype was the zest for life, that anyone could feel in social contexts, at the Rialto market, in St Mark’s Square, as well as in private ones.

The large number of theatres, the love for music and poetry, the magnificence of the noble dwellings, suggested visitors so much joy and a cheerful mood.

However, liberty turned into licentiousness, and a character like Giacomo Casanova perfectly expressed the spirit of time.

Now the 21st century traveler probably still comes inspired by the same “quest” for art, culture, and roots, but, instead of months or years, has just a few days to learn, absorb, shop, and metabolize Italy as a whole.

With our help you can maximize your limited time in Venice, without rushing and without getting “trapped” in the few crowded streets around St Mark’s Square!

Venice is larger than what is often depicted, and the entire city is fascinating and deserving of discernment while you explore it.