Contemporary Art in Venice
Join Artful for an exclusive and intimate Venetian experience to discover the innovative and vibrant contemporary art scene in Venice between May - December 2026. During these days we will be transported in style door to door by water taxi to tour the most discussed and praised collateral exhibitions, super private collections, welcomed to cultural gems, and be received by directors and curators of major art institutions. Four days of immersive art experiences and special visits, topped with culinary adventures to experience the best of Venetian cuisine, including two Michelin star restaurants. You will be immersed in contemporary art, spoiled with italian food specialties, and surrounded by guests. The trip will be filled with special private visits, including a curator led tours and an after-hours experience at St Mark's Basilica. In addition, you will be joined by art guests throughout the program.
The Venice Biennale – an international event with numerous official participation by different countries – has always been a platform for the exhibition of works by foreigners from all over the world. The curatorial vision for the 61st Venice Biennale, 'In Minor Keys', was revealed in emotional presentation at the Sala delle Colonne of Ca' Giustinian, the Biennale's historic headquarters. The 2026 Biennale will go forth with the vision of the late curator Koyo Kouoh, who passed suddently before she could complete her role.
Your Artful tour contact is Latasha Thomas (latasha@artfuljaunts.com or 781-658-2270, office phone).
- Trip led by Artful educator and experience director
- Opportunities to hear from influential gallery directors and curators
- Visits to the home of a significant collector
- Visit of exhibitions on view at major Venetian Art institutions: Peggy Guggenheim Collection
- Stay at a four star hotel
- Explore both fun outdoor lunches and fine Michelin star dinners
- Door to door transportation by water to maximize our contemporary art experience
- Led to each stop by an artful educator and experience director
- Exclusive private visits to the homes of major private collectors
- Curator led after-hours visit to St Mark's Basilica
- Curator led tours of museums and galleries
- Fine dining and cocktails at exciting, art-connected Michelin star and other exciting dining destinations
- Lunches, cocktails, and dinners with art world experts, such as auction house specialists, curators, and artists, among others
- The Artful app, supplementing your trip, with information about all artists, venues, and individuals visited as well as expert tools and recommendations for further research, travel and collecting
Inclusions:
- All-access Venice biennale pass to the Arsenale and Giardini
- Entry to all studios, museums, and fairs
- A private curator led tour of the Peggy Guggenheim Collection
- Accommodations at a four-star hotel for the duration of our trip
- All meals. Breakfast is included with the hotel.
- All transportation to biennale sites, museums and exhibitions from hotel to destination and back to the hotel.
- All fees and gratuities, including baggage porter services.
Exclusions:
- Please note, flights and airport transfers are not provided with our programming.
