Venice Carnival | A medieval mask feast

| A feast of gorgeous masks that takes you back to the Middle Ages. 📅Carnival time and theme The 2025 Venice Carnival in Italy 🇮🇹 will open romantically on February 14 and last until early March. The streets and alleys are like open-air theaters from the Renaissance, full of fantasy. 🎭 Must-try activities 1. Mask Carnival Parade Put on a gorgeous mask and transform yourself into an 18th century aristocrat! Piazza San Marco is the main stage, with daily impromptu performances, bands and costumed parades. It is recommended to buy local handmade masks, which range in price from €20 to €100 and are great for taking photos. 2. Festa delle Marie The highlight of the second Saturday of Carnival! Twelve "Marias" dressed in retro costumes took a gondola ride along the Grand Canal to St. Mark's Square, just like a scene in an oil painting. 3. Themed Masquerade Balls Private balls at the Governor's Palace or luxury hotels, tickets must be purchased in advance (€150-€500). It is recommended to choose a "Moonlight Mask Ball" to dance with guests in costumes in the Baroque hall and experience time travel. 4. Chinese New Year Special Event Coinciding with the Lunar New Year, there are dragon and lion dance performances in St. Paul's Square, a unique collision of tradition and exotic customs. 🌟 Classic check-in landmark - Piazza San Marco The heart of Carnival! You can feed pigeons and take photos of the Gothic church during the day, and when the lights come on at night, it looks like a starry sky theater. - Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri) Legend has it that kissing under the bridge will ensure eternal love! Best photo spot: Ponte della Paglia at sunset. - Ponte Rialto The filming location of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, where you can buy vintage masks at the stalls on the bridge, with the Grand Canal in the background, a great camera position. - Church of San Giorgio Maggiore Avoid the crowds and climb the bell tower to overlook the panoramic view of Venice. The pink sky and the canal at dusk are reflected in the painting. 🚤 Transportation and accommodation guide - Transportation: There are no cars on the main island, so you have to rely on water buses (€7.5 for a one-way trip, €25 for a 24-hour pass). It is recommended to buy a pass, which is very convenient for traveling through the canal. - Accommodation: - Luxury party: Hotels around Piazza San Marco, such as Hotel Danieli, open the window to enjoy the carnival scene (€500+/night). - Budget-conscious: Mestre is a 10-minute train ride from the mainland, offering great value for money (€80-€150 per night). 📌 Tips to read before your trip 1. Tickets and fees: In 2025, Venice, Italy 🇮🇹 will add a new "city entry fee" of €5-€10 (floating in off-season and peak season), and reservations must be made in advance on the official website. 2. Outfit suggestions: The temperature in February is 5-10℃, so wear a retro long skirt + shawl, and pair it with a feather mask to look even better! Flat shoes are a must, be warned that the cobblestone roads may rub your feet ⚠️. 3. Avoid the crowds: Take photos from 7 to 9 in the morning, or choose a niche perspective such as the Ponte dell’Accademia.