We loved the romantic gondolas navigating the Grand Canal and the baroque architecture of Venice, Italy. But because our trip coincided with Carnevale di Venezia, the costumes were definitely the main attraction.
Even though the February weather was cool and damp, it was a small sacrifice to experience the surreal world of Venice Italy during Carnevale.
Begin your Italian adventure with these essential Italy tips and guide, perfect for experiencing Carnevale and beyond.
Visiting Venice Italy During Carnevale
In this article, you are invited to…
- Take a Romantic Cruise on the Grand Canal in a Gondola
- Admire Beautiful Baroque Architecture in Venice
- Experience Saint Mark’s Square
- Find Delicious Italian Food to Eat in Venice
- Be Wowed by Costumes in Venice Italy During Carnevale
- Where to Stay in Venice, Italy (Interactive Map)
- Decide Which is Your Favorite Carnevale Costume
Take a Romantic Cruise on the Grand Canal in a Gondola
Venice is a car-free city, but you can rent a car in Venice so you can explore the wider area. One of the best ways to get around inside of Venice is by taking a water taxi or a romantic gondola.
Here’s what that can be like.
Admire Beautiful Baroque Architecture in Venice
Experience Saint Mark’s Square
Find Delicious Italian Food to Eat in Venice
Be Wowed by Costumes in Venice Italy During Carnevale!
Where to Stay in Venice, Italy (Interactive Map)
If you’ll be exploring Venice and want to stay overnight, book convenient accommodations nearby. It’s a good idea to compare popular hotel booking platforms like booking.com, expedia.com, and hotels.com to get the best deals.
Or, you can use this full-featured interactive map to hone in on your preferences.
Tip: You can adjust the dates, budget, and filters, as well as zoom in/zoom out to narrow down your options. Adjust the filters to explore tours, restaurants, and other attractions here, too!
Decide Which is Your Favorite Costume
I’d love to know which costume is your favorite. Let me know in the comments, below.
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About Jackie Gately, editor-IN-CHIEF
I'm Jackie Gately, your travel confidante and the creative force behind Enjoy Travel Life, awarded the "Best Casual-Luxury Lifestyle Blog (USA)" in Travel and Tourism by LUXlife Magazine for four consecutive years. With 25 years of published expertise, I'm a seasoned writer, editor, and photographer curating inspiring travel guides and lifestyle tips for empty nesters. I hope to kindle your spirit of exploration, encouraging you to overcome obstacles and turn your dreams into reality. Learn to minimize your pre-travel angst and maximize the joy of exploration with insights from my experiences. Let's make every adventure a celebration of this exciting phase of life! Follow my social channels for more inspiration.
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Thanks, Cory!
What a great time! I would love to experience this in Venice one day – all the masks look so beautiful! Too bad they had to cancel some of it this year!
I know, I was sad to hear about the cancellation this year. The masks and costumes were so magnificent!
I would love to visit Venice during carnival. So sad that they are stopping it this year because of the coronoavirus. I learnt a lot about what all the masks mean when I was last in Venice. So interesting. I think the butterfly costume is my favourite.
That is so sad, Angela… I would love to know the meanings behind the masks; I just loved admiring the creativity! The butterfly costume is a good one.