Discover Venice’s 200 best Social Spark spots for your trip

MOLO5 - Venice Nightclub

★ 4.0 · 858 reviews

Dance to house music in one of Venice's few real night clubs. A late-night option for friends and couples after dinner.

Piccolo Mondo Disco

★ 3.4 · 212 reviews

Dance the night away in one of Venice's classic discos. A late stop for friends and couples after a long dinner.

Experimental Cocktail Club Venice

★ 4.7 · 176 reviews

Discover Experimental Cocktail Club Venice, a stylish evening bar with a view and a seasonal menu. Sample inventive cocktails built from ingredients and spirits sourced around the world.

Teatro La Fenice

★ 4.7 · 16,271 reviews

Step into Teatro La Fenice, Venice's celebrated opera house, reborn after its fire. Join a daytime audio-guided visit of the gilded auditorium, or book an evening of opera, ballet, or a concert.

Il Mercante

★ 4.8 · 1,204 reviews

Discover Il Mercante, a trendy Venice cocktail bar with a warm, convivial atmosphere. Settle on the cosy upper floor or at the bar and sample inventive cocktails crafted by friendly bartenders.

Venice Jazz Club

★ 4.7 · 787 reviews

Listen to a live jazz quartet in a low-lit club just a short walk from Venice's main sights. A romantic evening for couples who love live music.

Skyline Rooftop Bar

★ 4.3 · 1,264 reviews

Discover Skyline Rooftop Bar, a sleek perch above the Hilton Molino Stucky with sweeping Venetian views. Order a cocktail and watch the sun go down over the lagoon.

Traveling Opera in a Historic Palace on Grand Canal

★ 4.8 · 4,472 reviews

Experience opera the way Venetian aristocrats did, inside Palazzo Barbarigo-Minotto on the Grand Canal. Follow singers and a small ensemble through three historic rooms, each becoming the stage for a new act.

Venetian Lagoon Tour and Galleon Dinner

★ 4.8 · 2,391 reviews

Discover the Venetian Lagoon Tour and Galleon Dinner, an evening cruise departing near the Naval Museum. Sip a welcome Prosecco, then enjoy five courses with wine as the lagoon islands and city waterfront glide past.

Al Vapore

★ 4.3 · 1,400 reviews

Listen to live jazz, blues or rock in a cosy Venice bar away from the crowds. Order a cocktail, a bruschetta and settle in.

Ghosts, Crimes & Legends Sunset Tour with Spritz

★ 4.9 · 522 reviews

Explore Cannaregio at dusk through ghost stories and tales of crime. Enjoy a spritz and two cicchetti along the way.

Mysterious Tales of Ghosts and Murders

★ 4.8 · 911 reviews

Learn the ghost stories and murders hidden in Venice's alleys. A local guide shows you the small details that tell them.

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Live Classical Music Concert

★ 4.7 · 4,010 reviews

Spend an evening with Vivaldi in his hometown, hearing The Four Seasons played live by I Musici Veneziani. Listen for the violin and orchestra evoking spring birdsong, summer storms and winter chill.

Interpreti Veneziani Concert at Church of San Vidal

★ 4.8 · 3,601 reviews

Spend an evening with live Baroque music at the Interpreti Veneziani concert in the Church of San Vidal. Listen to works by Vivaldi, Bach and Handel played by the ensemble in the church's resonant interior.

Vivaldi's Four Seasons Concert & Music Museum Visit

★ 4.9 · 2,247 reviews

Pair a day at Venice's Museo della Musica with an evening of Vivaldi in the Church of San Vidal. Browse centuries-old instruments by day, then hear The Four Seasons performed live by Interpreti Veneziani.

Catamaran Sunset Jazz Cruise with Aperitivo

★ 4.8 · 1,576 reviews

Watch the light fade over the lagoon on the Catamaran Sunset Jazz Cruise with Aperitivo. Sip your included drink, nibble cicchetti and listen to live saxophone jazz as the Giudecca Canal and St. Mark's Bay glide past.

Ca' Vendramin Calergi

★ 4.7 · 43 reviews

Discover Ca' Vendramin Calergi, the Grand Canal palace where Wagner's story meets the roulette wheel. Tour the decorated rooms and Wagner Museum, then stay on for an evening at the Casinò di Venezia.

Campo Santa Margherita

Settle into Campo Santa Margherita, Dorsoduro's easygoing square where locals and students gather. Grab a table at a cafe or bar, watch the evening crowd arrive and soak up a less touristy Venice.

Top of the Carlton

★ 3.9 · 277 reviews

Discover Top of the Carlton, a romantic rooftop spot high above the Venetian streets. Sip a drink or enjoy seafood as the city lights glow and the evening unfolds.

Il Paradiso Perduto

★ 4.2 · 6,083 reviews

Discover Il Paradiso Perduto, a buzzing Venetian tavern where locals and visitors share long tables. Choose fresh seafood and cicchetti from the counter and soak up the convivial, sometimes musical, atmosphere.

Vino Vero

★ 4.5 · 3,357 reviews

Discover Vino Vero, an intimate canalfront wine bar beloved by locals and visitors alike. Sip natural wines by the glass and snack on classic Venetian cicchetti beside the water.

Laguna Libre – Eco Ristorante Jazz club & Cocktail Bar

★ 4.2 · 921 reviews

Eat seasonal Venetian dishes and listen to live jazz in an art-filled restaurant. A relaxed evening for couples who want good food and music.

Al Timon

★ 4.4 · 3,708 reviews

Discover Al Timon, a rustic, buzzing spot with an easygoing crowd and plenty of outdoor seating. Order cicchetti with a beer while you wait, then settle into steak, seafood or pasta with a bottle of wine.

Teatro Goldoni

★ 4.6 · 1,641 reviews

Take your seat at Teatro Goldoni, a Venetian theatre that has hosted performances since 1622. Settle into an ornate box or stalls seat for a play, ballet, or opera in an intimate gilded hall.

Sunset Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tastings

★ 4.9 · 1,704 reviews

Discover the Sunset Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tastings, an evening route through seven independent Venetian venues. Taste your way through more than 14 dishes with regional wines before settling down to a seated dinner.

Bar Longhi

★ 4.2 · 410 reviews

Discover Bar Longhi, an old-world hotel bar looking onto the Grand Canal. Order a cocktail and take in the decor and the view of Venice's landmarks from your table.

Teatro Malibran

★ 4.6 · 494 reviews

Discover Teatro Malibran, a traditional Venetian theatre with tiered balconies and a lively cultural programme. Choose your seat at the box office, then enjoy an opera, ballet, or concert in a more affordable setting.

Crimes, Legends, and Mysteries Sunset Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,075 reviews

Discover a darker side of Venice at sunset in San Polo. Follow canal-side paths while hearing tales of smugglers, spies and mystery.

La Terrazza Rooftop Bar at Palazzo Canova

★ 4.3 · 129 reviews

Discover La Terrazza, a rooftop bar perched atop Palazzo Canova in Venice. Ride the elevator up, then linger over a glass of wine or cocktail while taking in the city views.

Oro Restaurant

★ 4.3 · 87 reviews

Treat yourself to Oro at Hotel Cipriani, an elegant fine-dining room on Giudecca. Enjoy a long, multi-course Italian meal in a refined interior or on the waterside terrace.