🏨 Secrets of Venice Carnival and the life and times of Giacomo Casanova Activity

Secrets of Venice Carnival and the life and times of Giacomo Casanova

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: Venice, Venice

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Our entertaining Carnival tour starts by following Giacomo Casanova's footsteps, taking you back to the Venice Carnival of the XVIII century.
On this informative and fun walking tour, our masked guide will acquaint you with the story of Venice Carnival, then and now; learn about the history of masks, once used to hide the person's identity, and how they are made.
Casanova was a great lover and adventurer, extremely extravagant.
A completely different narrated walking tour filled with desire and passion, pleasure and entertainment.

What's Included

Fun walking tour with a Guide in a traditional 17th century venetian costume

Hot cappuccino and venetian ‘Frittella’ in a local coffee shop

Live tour commentary in English

What's Not Included

Costume

Extra food or drink

Gratuities

Hotel pick up and drop off

Traveler Information

ADULT: Age: 6 - 99

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Teatro La Fenice

We meet at La Fenice opera house and our entertaining tour starts by following Giacomo Casanova's footsteps, taking you back to the Venice Carnival of the XVIII century.
On this informative and fun walking tour, our masked guide will acquaint you with the story of Venice Carnival, then and now; learn about the history of masks, once used to hide the person's identity, and how they are made. Casanova was a great lover and adventurer, extremely extravagant, a freemason and a servant of the establishment.

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Palazzo Malipiero

Born in Venice. He grew up in the area of San Samuele.
Following your guide through the narrow Calle (alleys) passing his home and also the house of the famous poet Giorgio Baffo, who introduced the young Casanova to the worldly pleasures.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Casino di Venezia

Learn about the Ridotto, the first Casinò in Venice often an easy meeting place for Casanova and the beloved Venetian Aristocracy.
Hear fascinating stories about the Venetian Courtesans who also did their part to make the city as animated as possible.

A completely different narrated walking tour filled with desire and passion, pleasure and entertainment.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Campo Santo Stefano

We end our tour with a hot cappuccino and a typical Venetian Carnival cake "Frittelle" in a typical Caffe approx. 10 mins walk from St Mark’s Square.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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