Venice · VIVALDI CONCERTS & VENETIAN OPERA
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Vivaldi wrote the Four Seasons in this city, and hearing it played in a Baroque church a few streets from where he worked is the Venice evening most people remember. Below are the best concerts and opera nights ranked: which ensembles play where, La Fenice versus an intimate church setting, what each ticket costs, and which suit a special night out.
Skip-the-line entry to Venice’s La Fenice with a 7-language audio guide, history stops, and time to admire seats and stage.
“such a spectacular sight and visit. the decor was amazing 👏”
Baroque concert in Venice’s San Vidal Church with Interpreti Veneziani, top acoustics, Vivaldi and more, plus optional CD.
“brilliant musicians were fantastic and venue was central and outstanding”
Venice: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons live with I Musici Veneziani, baroque costumes, 75 minutes, from $41. String drama for all ages.
“The venue was in a beautiful location and it was well organised. The staff were really friendly and welcoming, they dressed the part too. When the musicians came out, they looked amazing in their costumes and they played the instruments beautifully, particularly the cellist and violinist. The whole experience was great from start to finish. My only complaint was that it had to end. Highly recommend this to anyone for an evening activity in Venice.”
Live Vivaldi Four Seasons in San Vidal plus free entry to Venice Music Museum and 200 original instruments.
“It was marvelous, a perfect concert! What a beautiful moment with my family last night in Venice! I strongly recommend!”
Hear Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Venice at Santa Maria della Visitazione (La Pietà). Live ensemble, historic church acoustics, $42.
“This was completely amazing, musicians were superb and location was beautiful. The reviews about arriving 45 to one hour ahead of time were very helpful to get seats in the front. After the first couple of rows, you need to sit in the pews that looked very uncomfortable. There were a couple of hundred people at the concert we attended. Would 100% recommend.”
Venice’s The Three Tenors show by I Musici Veneziani pairs a live orchestra with Verdi and Puccini in a historic 16th-century venue.
“It is a memorable event you can do in Venice. The opera and theatrical performance of soprano, baritone, tenor was very good. We liked that opera artists interaction with auidence. Also it was wonderful to listen opera in a beautifully designed building and such a nice dresses reflecting age period.”
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Venice’s Salone Capitolare with I Musici Veneziani, period costumes, and opera soloists for a 90-minute night.
“This is for tourists, and is a pleasant thing to do, but for musical purists, it's really a bit of a mish mash. The violin soloist was talented. The soprano's voice seemed a bit tired but she was a nice performer. Seating is in rows and on the flat. You pay extra to be near the front. Not a stunning experience but pleasant enough.”
Musica a Palazzo traveling opera in Venice’s Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto. Move salon to salon each act with one included drink.
“This was pretty fun! Very talented crew. The rooms are very stuffy and hit though. They cram a lot of people in these pretty small rooms and there’s no AC.”
Baroque night in Venice at Scuola Grande di San Teodoro: I Musici Veneziani perform Vivaldi Four Seasons and tenor arias in a historic hall.
“A trip to Venice isn't complete without seeing the Three Tenors. Truely an experience not to be missed. Perfect 4 row seating. I wouldn't sit anywhere closer as you would have to tilt your head to see the stage. Don't pass this up!”
One-hour guided visit inside Teatro La Fenice in Venice, with opera history, royal boxes, and expert storytelling for $29.
“Eleanor is an excellent tour guide. She gave comprehensive explanations of the history of La Fenice and visits all the various area’s inside. The theater is gorgeous! Eleanor’s knowledge of design details, architecture and interesting stories made this tour beyond our expectations. You’ll be glad you booked this.”
A 17th-century Venice church concert by Interpreti Veneziani—period-instrument baroque, superb acoustics, open seating, English tickets.
“Unbelievable talents from everyone in the orchestra. I'm not a classical music fan normally but I was absolutely mesmerised. It was brilliant. I would 100% recommend everyone gives it a try.”
A one-hour opera concert in Venice’s Prison of Piazza San Marco with intimate singers and piano, Mozart to 20th-century works, $46.
“The enthusiasm and passion of the two singers and the intermediate historic location. Note you enter the building and give your name at the small kiosk best to arrive at least 20 minutes before performance begins.”
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in Venice at Chiesa della Pietà. 80-minute concert with Vivaldi Baroque Ensemble, $40, great acoustics.
“Great value for money! Amazing orchestra and a very special experience.”
Guided English tour of Venice’s Teatro La Fenice: meet in Campo San Luca, see the auditorium and royal box, learn why the phoenix rises.
“Very knowledgeable guide in a beautiful site. My only suggestion would be to speak a little more slowly as we felt she was in a hurry.”
An intimate one-hour classical music concert at Palazzo Pisani-Revedin in Venice, with pickup and a mobile ticket, starting at 9 pm.
“Muy recomendable, un ambiente de paz y musica para el alma, apoyemos a la cultura de la musica, nos encanto para toda la familia”
