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Carnival of Venice

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The entire city of Venice transforms into an even more magical place during the mid-winter carnival celebrations. Highlights include Volo …

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Mar 9, 2025
I went there as a photographer and it is a photographer's paradise. Models in masks and elaborate costumes are very patient, cooperative, and are there at every time of the day, from before sunrise t…Full review by Dan_Bgd
Mar 5, 2025
Attended the final day of Carnival in Venice. Highlight was walking around and seeing people dressed up in elaborate costumes and masks. There were also buskers in the streets and shows in San Marco …Full review by mbellny
Feb 25, 2025
The Venice Carnival is like stepping into another world! The costumes and masks were absolutely stunning—so detailed and colorful. Everywhere I looked, there were people dressed in incredible outfits…Full review by Kate Y
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Are any of the carnival events free to attend? Do they have parades that are free to watch? Thanks!
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Hi there Yes events in St Marks Square are free. There are various Masked Balls etc for which you have to pay. Enjoy!!
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Answer by Rob F · Jan 14, 2020
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Hi, I'm attending Carnival 2020 and wanted to know how early are the masked participants out in the morning??... should …
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Hi, I'm attending Carnival 2020 and wanted to know how early are the masked participants out in the morning??... should I prepare to be out by 6am to catch photos before the judging begins at 11am or do they stay around until late evening after the competition for photos??? TIA
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Hi, I can assure you we were not up at 6am!! It does pay however to get to St Marks Square well ahead of judging. On one day we and many others were prevented by police …
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Hi, I can assure you we were not up at 6am!! It does pay however to get to St Marks Square well ahead of judging. On one day we and many others were prevented by police from entering the Square and so missed the descent of the Angel. Make enquiry and see what you can find about the photo shoot at St Maria de La Salute. We lucked on to that but it must be scheduled given the number of people in costume. Much much better than St Marks Enjoy!!!!
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Answer by Rob F · Dec 31, 2019
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Hi! My fiance and I are starting off our honeymoon in Venice on the last day of carnival in 2020. Would most touristic …
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Hi! My fiance and I are starting off our honeymoon in Venice on the last day of carnival in 2020. Would most touristic attractions be crowded after carnival? Are St. Mark's Basilica and Bell Tower typically closed when there isn't an event going on, like on the monday before shrove tuesday or ash wednesday?
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This year St Mark’s closed early (1:30) on Shrove Tuesday. We visited the basilica during Carnevale this year in the morning, before 10 AM and there was no line at all! Ash …
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This year St Mark’s closed early (1:30) on Shrove Tuesday. We visited the basilica during Carnevale this year in the morning, before 10 AM and there was no line at all! Ash Wednesday may be busy when they are giving ashes to people - not sure what their policy is about letting visitors in at that time.
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Answer by Donna B · Oct 10, 2019
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My husband and I are doing Canivale in Venice with another couple February 2020. I am so excited about seeing the …
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My husband and I are doing Canivale in Venice with another couple February 2020. I am so excited about seeing the parade and wanted a bit more information about reserving a table so that you can see the parade, if I understood you correctly. Just as a point of clarification, were you permitted to remain at your table during the parade? Any other tips you can give me would be greatly appreciated.
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You cannot reserve a table to watch the parade. All tables are removed because of the crowds. We ate a late lunch (indoors) before going to our "seats" on the bulkhead facing the canal.
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