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Venice during the Art Biennale is not just a city to visit: it’s an experience to move through.
The 61st International Art Exhibition – In Minor Keys will take place from May 9 to November 22, 2026, across the Giardini, Arsenale and various locations in Venice.
Here’s how to make the most of this unique moment:
1. Giardini della Biennale: Venice between art and international pavilions
• At the Giardini, the day begins by entering the most iconic heart of the Biennale. Here, the national pavilions become small worlds to explore one after another, each with different languages, visions and perspectives.
• It’s the perfect place to be surprised: installations, contemporary artworks, immersive paths and details that change the way you look at the city.
• After the visit, you can enjoy a walk towards Castello, one of Venice’s most authentic districts, among quiet alleys, views over the water and bacari where you can taste cicchetti.
The Giardini are the perfect choice for those who want to experience the Biennale in its most international and iconic form.
2. Arsenale: the Biennale between monumental spaces and wonder
• At the Arsenale, art meets one of the most scenic spaces in Venice. The large halls, historic environments and contemporary installations create a powerful contrast, making the visit even more intense.
• Here, the experience is more immersive: you walk slowly from one space to another, guided by sounds, images, materials and new interpretations of the present.
• After the visit, Venice continues to unfold: just head towards Riva degli Schiavoni or Piazza San Marco to turn your day into a journey through art, history and beauty.
The Arsenale is the choice for those looking for a more scenic, deep and contemporary experience.
3. Venice beyond: art among palaces, alleys and hidden places
• During the Biennale, Venice is not just visited: it is discovered. Beyond the main venues, the city hosts exhibitions, collateral events and projects in different spaces, often inside historic palaces, foundations and lesser-known locations.
• It’s the perfect time to get lost in Dorsoduro, Cannaregio and Castello, stepping into courtyards, churches, galleries and exhibition spaces that turn every walk into a discovery.
• If the weather changes, Venice becomes even more atmospheric: an indoor exhibition, a break in a historic café or a museum visit make the day slower and more intimate.
Venice beyond is the perfect choice for those who love discovering the city beyond the classic routes.
4. Lido of Venezia: the Biennale at a slower pace
• After a day among exhibitions and pavilions, the Lido di Venezia is the ideal place to change atmosphere. Here, the city feels more open, the sea is close and the pace becomes more relaxed.
• You can start the morning with a walk on the beach, reach Venice by vaporetto to visit the Biennale, and then return to the Lido for a quiet dinner or a sunset by the sea.
• Staying at The Caesar Venezia 2000 allows you to experience the Biennale with more freedom: close to the historic center, yet with the calm of the Lido, perfect for relaxing after a stimulating day.
The Lido is the choice for those who want to combine art, Venice and the sea in a lighter and more refreshing experience.
Which one to choose?
It’s not just an exhibition, it’s the way you want to experience Venice.
– The Giardini are perfect if you’re looking for the most iconic and international side of the Biennale.
– The Arsenale is ideal if you want an intense, scenic and immersive experience.
– Venice beyond is the right choice if you love getting lost among exhibitions, palaces and hidden places.
– The Lido di Venezia is perfect if you want to combine art and relaxation, staying at The Caesar Venezia 2000.
The Art Biennale 2026 is the perfect opportunity to experience Venice in a new way, between inspiration and wonder.
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