The Venice Carnival 2026 is a magical event that takes place every year in Venice. The carnival is a celebration of art, music, and culture that attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world. If you're planning a trip to Venice, a Venice Carnival tour is an experience you don't want to miss!
Venice Carnival Tours: choose your favourite one!
The life and times of Giacomo Casanova
Follow in the footsteps of Giacomo Casanova and be guided through 18th-century Venice, a cappuccino with carnival treats is included!
Carnival treasure hunt for families
By playing, you will discover the history of Venice and its Carnival with a pinch of mystery and a lot of fun. This activity takes place in the city's calli.
Venetian Style Carnival Pub Crawl
Experience the Venice Carnival like a local. Join a 2-hour guided dressed-up tour of the city, discover the tastiest pubs, enjoy "cicchetti" and Venetian drinks!
Secrets of Venice Carnival and the life and times of Giacomo Casanova
Discover the Venice of Giacomo Casanova on this exciting guided Carnival tour! Our masked guide will take you through the streets of Venice explaining the history of Carnival, how masks originated, and how it was celebrated in the "Serenissima".
You will be guided to the places where Casanova lived, his house, that of his friend and poet Giorgio Baffo, the Ridotto (the first casino in Venice) where the Venetian aristocracy used to meet! You will discover a lot of stories about those intriguing times!
At the end of the walking tour we will stop at a typical café near St. Mark's Square to celebrate "Carnevale" with a hot cappuccino and typical Venetian "frittelle"!
Feel free to come in Carnival costume, or a cape with a mask. It's great fun and perfect for pictures!
WHEN:
- everyday from the 07/02/2026 to the 17/02/2026 and upon availability.
INCLUDED:
- 2-hour guided tour;
- live tour in English;
- 1 hot cappuccino and 1 venetian frittella per person.
TICKETS:
- Adults: from € 64 per person
Carnival treasure hunt for adults and families
A fun carnival-themed treasure hunt for adults and children. By playing you will discover the history of Venice and its Carnival with a pinch of mystery and a lot of fun. This activity takes place in the city's calli. Of course, participating masked is much more fun.
WHEN:
- Saturday 14th February at 3 p.m.
- Sunday 15th February at 3 p.m.
LANGUAGE: English - The treasure hunt takes place remotely.
TICKETS:
- Adults: € 34 per person;
- Children (6-14 years): € 24 per person.
Venetian Style Carnival Pub Crawl
Experience the carnival like a true Venetian! On this guided city tour you will discover some hidden corners of Venice and along the way you will visit 3 local bars, in Venetian called "Bacari", where at each stop you will taste a glass of Venetian wine accompanied by tasty tapas "cicchetti"!
On this group tour you will meet travelers from all over the world and discover the city with a very friendly guide.
Feel free to come in a carnival costume or with a cape and mask. It is a lot of fun and perfect for photos!
WHEN:
- everyday from the 07/02/2026 to the 17/02/2026 and upon availability.
INCLUDED:
- fun English/Italian speaking guide;
- 3 glasses of wine and 3 cicchetti in local bars.
TICKETS:
- Adults: from € 69 per person
Not just tours: Venice Carnival amidst mask workshops and costume ateliers
In Venice, the queens and kings of Carnival are undoubtedly the splendid masks and the sumptuous and characteristic historical costumes.
Experience close contact with the ateliers that have made the Venice Carnival world famous. Learn how to make your own Carnival mask, visit an atelier or rent a period costume and pose for a truly unique photo shoot.
The Venice Carnival will give you lots of fun and authentic experiences!
- All experiences
- Costume
- Mask
- Child Friendly
- Private Experience
- Child Friendly
- Private Experience
- Accessible with public transport
- Child Friendly
- Child Friendly
After the carnival tour experience the Venice of palace parties
After participating in our enthralling Carnival tour, why don't you dive in and experience the fairytale atmosphere you've heard about to the full? Put on a costume and walk through the gates of Venetian palaces in the evening. Yes, because the most beautiful palaces in Venice come to life as daylight falls and become the place where, amidst parties and masked balls, you can relive the ancient splendour of the Carnival of the Serenissima.
Discover below the best private masked parties for the Venice Carnival 2025!
- All experiences
- After-dinner entrance
- Accessible with public transport
Why choose a Venice Carnival guided tour?
One of the most popular ways to experience the Venice Carnival is through a guided tour. These tours typically last for several hours and take you to the most important sites and events of the carnival. Some popular tour options include visiting the most famous sites of Venice, wearing a traditional carnival costume, and taking a walk through the city.
Taking part in a Venice guided tour will give you also the opportunity to experience the Venice Carnival in one of the many street parties and parades that take place throughout the city. These events are a great way to see the elaborate costumes and masks worn by the participants and enjoy live music and entertainment!
Furthermore, if you're interested in learning more about the history and traditions of the Venice Carnival, you can enjoy special walking tours that focus on the history and significance of the event. These tours include visits to important landmarks and hidden corners of the city, as well as explanations of the traditions and customs that make the Venice Carnival so special.
No matter how you choose to experience the Venice Carnival, it's sure to be an unforgettable experience. The elaborate costumes, live music, and vibrant atmosphere make it a celebration that is not to be missed. So, pack your bags, book your tour, and get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Venice Carnival!
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