Venice Carnival Traditions Private Tour with Mask Workshop

Do you know why people put on elaborate masks when celebrating the annual Carnival of Venice? Get a first-hand experience of local culture and discover the history and traditions of the most famous masquerade ball in the world on a private tour of The City of Masks. Enjoy a private experience tailored to your interests.
Private
2 hrs
Group size up to 50 persons
Mobile ticket
English

What is included in activity

Venice Carnival Private Theme Tour with Mask Workshop
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
Tips on the best local shops, restaurants and cafes
Interesting historical facts, anecdotes and legends about the Carnival of Venice

What is not included

Tickets for a 1-hour "make your own mask" workshop (in 2-hour option)

Details

Do you know why people put on elaborate masks when celebrating the annual Carnival of Venice? Get a first-hand experience of local culture and discover the history and traditions of the most famous masquerade ball in the world on a private tour of The City of Masks. Enjoy a private experience tailored to your interests.

Choose the 2-hour option to discover what the Venice Carnival is all about, from special events to festive snacks. Whether you have been to the festival before or not, the amazing stories from your Local Guide will make you experience the fun and excitement of this unique Venetian tradition. Learn about the origin of this annual event, the famous carnival masks and costumes, and the legend of the white girl and dove as you stroll around the historic St. Mark’s Square. Imagine how the entire square transforms into a runway that features an endless parade of excited masquerades and see the beautiful Basilica of Saint Mark, the Doge’s Palace, and the Astrological Clock of Torre dell'Orologio.

As you meander in the charming back alleyways, the guide will tell you the history behind Festa delle Marie, the Plague Doctor, and the long mask making tradition. Pass the crowds gathered at the iconic Rialto Bridge and admire San Giacomo di Rialto, the oldest church in the city, and the medieval merchant houses from the Venetian Golden Age around Campo San Polo. Learn about the La Festa Veneziana sull'acqua water show on the Grand Canal and admire the Palazzo Zeno, which hosts the famous Casanova Grand Ball. You will pass the imposing Basilica S.Maria Gloriosa dei Frari and end the tour outside a traditional mask making atelier.

This is
individual
excursion
Only your group
Only you, your friends or family will be on the tour. Time on this excursion is time spent with loved ones.
Personal guide
Always at your disposal, your guide will tailor your program and suggest places of interest for children, where to eat and what to see.
Economical
The cost of an individual excursion is comparable to the cost of a group excursion if you are going with someone else.

Important Info

Know before you go

• Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
• Please arrive at the meeting point on time you won't be able to enjoy the full itinerary if you are late.
• Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. The “decorate your own mask” workshop is not included on the basic 2-hour tour.
• For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
• Your Private Guide will not participate in the workshop.
• The Venice Carnival runs for 2 weeks before Shrove Tuesday but you can book this tour every day of the year.
€335.60
per group
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€335.60
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€341.50
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€370.40
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€376
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What places you will see

• St. Mark’s Square
• Doge’s Palace
• Astrological Clock of Torre dell'Orologio
• Festa delle Marie
• Plague Doctor
• San Giacomo di Rialto
• Venetian Golden Age
• Campo San Polo
• Grand Canal
• Palazzo Zeno
• Basilica S.Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

Activity book period

You can book tour up to 1 hour in advance.

Languages in what activity is performed

English

Directions to meet your guide

Riva degli Schiavoni, 4187, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

How long your tour will be

2 hrs

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Starting point of the tour
Meet your guide in front of the entrance to Hotel Savoia & Jolanda, Riva degli Schiavoni, 4187, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.