Venice is one of the most unreal cities on the planet. This Italian jewel seems to be from another dimension, where endless canals create an overwhelming backdrop for a unique Venetian personality, world-class architecture, and of course luxurious experiences. If you’re planning to visit Venezia in the nearest year, here’s what you need to know:
1.Exploring its must-sees.
If it’s your first time visiting Venice, see Piazza San Marco, the city’s center, and St. Mark’s Basilica with its glimmering mosaics, as they are the most famous landmarks of the city. Next, climb the Campanile di San Marco for the most memorable panoramic view. If you’re a history buff, Doge’s Palace nearby invites you to dig deeper into Venetian past and discover its ancient secrets in a royal setting. Then, take a walk across the thrilling Bridge of Sighs and The Rialto Bridge, giving the most stunning scenery of the Grand Canal, the city’s main waterway.
2.Seeing the islands.
Venice houses a variety of beautiful little islands, each with its unique allure. A tour of the Venice Murano glass factory is a must. Murano is famous throughout the world for its centuries-old tradition of glass-making, and here you can witness artisans working to create beautiful pieces using old methods. The island of Burano, with its rainbow-hued houses and lace-making culture, is a scenic destination. Peaceful Torcello is home to the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, which contains a precious piece of history — the breathtaking Byzantine mosaics.
3.Experiencing the Venetian 2025.
Venice is one of the cities where amazing experiences are countless year-round, and there is never a shortage of something new when you visit here. Here we have selected some of the most iconic celebrations for you to visit this year.
- Venice Carnival (February 15 – March 4, 2025, Piazza San Marco and all over the city) – The world-famous masquerade that gives the streets show with incredibly elaborated dresses and costumes, majestic balls, and mask competitions. Seeing Venice during the Carnival is an out-of-this-world experience.
- Venice Architecture Biennale (May 10 – November 23, 2025, Giardini and Arsenale) – A must-see for architecture enthusiasts, the Biennale showcases interesting and innovative projects from across the globe.
- Redentore Festival (July 19–20, 2025, St. Mark’s Basin and Giudecca Island) – A classic event with spectacular fireworks over the lagoon to mark the end of the 16th-century plague.
- Venice Film Festival (September 3–13, 2025, Lido di Venezia) – The oldest film festival in the world with international stars and top films of the year.
- Festival of Lights (November 2025, Grand Canal and throughout the city of Venice) – A magical event which drenches the city in dazzling lights and artwork-inspired light shows.
Venice is a city with a dreamy personality that will never fail to impress. Whether you will decide to visit the city during a special occasion or just explore it in its everyday setting, with its distinctive island life, the city will always have something true, authentic and interesting in store for you.
Visit Venice and you will fall in love with it instantly.
