“Are there haunted islands in the Venice lagoon? What happened at Poveglia? Can you visit the plague quarantine islands?” These
“What’s different about the 2026 Venice Biennale? Why does this year’s Biennale feel unusual? How has the art world
Venice changes completely after sunset. During the day, the city can feel overwhelming: crowded bridges, endless cameras, busy canals, long
Let’s start with the obvious: Yes, wealthy travelers still take gondola rides in Venice. But that’s rarely the highlight anymore.
There are cities where a hotel is simply a place to sleep. Venice is not one of them. In Venice,
There are beautiful cities. There are historic cities. There are romantic cities. And then there’s Venice. A city floating on
Italy is beautiful. But let’s be honest for a moment:Italy can also be complicated. The distances often look short on
Italy was made for dramatic arrivals. For centuries, travelers crossed mountains, seas, and valleys searching for beauty, romance, and wonder.
Venice has always been a city associated with grand arrivals. For centuries, merchants approached by sea.Nobles arrived aboard decorated boats.Artists
Some places in the world are romantic. And then there’s Venice. A city floating on water.A city built for lovers.A
Most people think they know Venice. They picture gondolas gliding through canals, crowded bridges near the Rialto, the golden mosaics
Venice has always been a city designed to impress. For centuries, ambassadors, kings, merchants, artists, movie stars, and dreamers arrived
“Can I enjoy Venice without visiting museums? What do I do if I’m not interested in art galleries? Is there
“Where are the best views in Venice besides San Marco? Are there hidden viewpoints tourists don’t know about? How do
“Do I need a detailed Venice itinerary? Should I pre-book everything? How much should I plan versus leaving things spontaneous?”
“Is it easy to get lost in Venice? Should I use Google Maps? How do I navigate Venice’s confusing streets?”
“What makes Venice unique? Why is Venice so special compared to other historic cities? What can you only experience in
“Why start helicopter tours from Venice instead of other Italian cities? What makes Venice helicopter flights more scenic than Milan
“What does Venice look like at sunrise? Is it worth waking up early? Why don’t tourists see Venice in the
“Can you arrange helicopter tours beyond Venice? What Italian destinations are reachable by helicopter from the Biennale? Is there a
I'm Igor Scomparin. I have been a Venice graduated and licensed tour guide since 1997. I will take you through the secrets, the history and the art of one of the most beautiful cities in the World.
