Festival trip guides

The Venice Biennale alternates between Art and Architecture exhibitions in even and odd years. The Art Biennale typically runs from May to November, while the Architecture Biennale follows a similar seasonal schedule. This guide clarifies the alternating cycle, current exhibition details, and how to verify official dates.

The Venice Biennale is one of the world's largest art exhibitions, spread across the Giardini, the Arsenale, and dozens of city venues. This guide explains the difference between national pavilions and collateral events, where to find them, and how to plan your visit. For the current edition, use the official map and verify hours, which change between summer and autumn. Ticket prices and opening hours are subject to change, so always check the official sources.

The Venice Biennale has a single public opening: no separate public vernissage precedes it. Discover the dates, hours, tickets, and press accreditation rules for the 61st International Art Exhibition.

Planning a family trip to the Verona Christmas market? Our guide covers the best kids' activities, sweet treats, and practical tips for visiting with children in tow.

Discover the Verona Christmas market's typical opening dates and hours, and learn what to expect for future editions. Get tips on locations, seasonal treats, and more.

The Vicenza Jazz Festival, officially 'New Conversations – Vicenza Jazz', is an annual event in Vicenza, Italy, typically held over about ten days in May. The 2026 edition runs from May 15 to 25, featuring performances at venues such as the Teatro Olimpico, Teatro Comunale, Basilica Palladiana, and others. The festival includes principal concerts, a 'Jazz in Basilica' series, and various satellite events, with dates varying by edition as confirmed by official sources.

Plan your visit to the Vicenza Jazz Festival with our guide to buying tickets. Discover official box office locations, online sales channels, pricing categories, and insider tips to secure seats at this celebrated Italian event.

Discover the Vicenza Opera Festival, an annual celebration of opera and classical music held in the historic Teatro Olimpico and other venues across the city. Founded by Iván Fischer, the festival offers intimate productions and community outreach, making it a unique alternative to Italy's larger opera destinations.

Discover how to book opera tickets in Vicenza, from the historic Teatro Olimpico to the Vicenza Opera Festival. Find official channels, practical tips, and what to expect when planning your visit.

Villa Fiorentino in Sorrento hosts intimate open-air concerts blending opera arias and Neapolitan classics. Learn what to expect from the music, the garden setting, and how to plan your visit.

Vinitaly and the City is the public-facing counterpart to Vinitaly, Verona's major wine trade fair. It transforms the historic center into a stage for tastings, wine talks, and cultural events, offering access to palaces and squares that are usually closed to the public. This guide explains how it differs from the main fair, what you can expect, and how to plan your visit.

The Greek Theatre of Syracuse, carved into Temenite Hill, is a must-see within the Neapolis Archaeological Park. This guide covers its history, touring options, practical tips, and how to combine your visit with other Syracuse sights, including regular visits outside summer performance times.