Homo Faber lights up San Giorgio Maggiore 1–30 September and the Regata Storica rows on the 6th — the month Venice rewards staying overnight. Bacari crawls, rowing lessons, sestiere-by-sestiere stays and the biennial's booking links, all curated.
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Practical information for Homo Faber 2026.

homo faber hands the reins to es devlin to transform san giorgio maggiore into an island of light from september 1st to 30th, 2026.
Do you need to register online and pay a €5–10 "access fee" if you're going to Venice? It depends on which day you're visiting — and if you're staying the night. Here's what you need to know. In attempt to mitigate the impact of heavy tourism, Venice charges an access fee (and requires prereg

From free attractions to great food, here are the best things to do in Venice, Italy, both touristy and non-touristy.

Venice is small but the neighborhood you choose matters. This guide covers every area from San Marco to Cannaregio

A travel guide to Cannaregio, the most authentic neighbourhood in Venice. Walk quiet canals, visit the Jewish Ghetto, enjoy cicchetti bars, and find the best hotels, bakeries, and restaurants without the crowds.

Discover hidden Venice beyond St. Mark’s and Rialto. Explore Dorsoduro, Giudecca, Cannaregio, Castello, sip local spritzes, eat authentic cicchetti, and watch gondolas being made at Squero San Trovaso. Perfect for off-the-beaten-path Venice experiences.

Here, seven of the best places to try cicchetti in Venice, from real old-school bacari to places we would actually call wine bars.

My top spots for cicchetti in Venice. Don't wander around lost or try mediocre cicchetti - head to these bacari!

Hidden in the little streets and charming squares between the famous Rialto fish market and Campo San Polo, one doesn't arrive to Antiche Carampane by chance. The restaurant is filled daily with discerning Venetians and visitors who love being embraced by the local life.

Osteria Anice Stellato a Venezia. Cucina tradizionale, vini selezionati e merende. Prenota il tuo tavolo a Fondamenta de la Sensa.

Discover Il Palazzo Experimental, a luxury hotel located in the heart of Venice, offering a unique experience with exceptional services.
Learn voga alla veneta (stand-up gondolier-style rowing) on a traditional batelina with Row Venice's all-female instructors — 80-minute lessons from €100–150 for 2–4 people, starting in Cannaregio.
Official site for Venice's biggest rowing spectacle on Sunday 6 September 2026: costumed historical pageant on the Grand Canal followed by gondolini, mascarete and caorline races.

Looking to explore the lesser-known areas of the Floating City? From Burano to Murano, these islands in Venice are the perfect getaway.
Discover Venice in September: ideal weather for exploring beaches and top attractions, plus seasonal events and fewer crowds.

Prowalk Tours' famous unnarrated 4K walk through Venice (3h20m, 5.7M+ views) — the best way to preview the city's lanes and canals from your sofa.

Recent, tightly produced 7-minute bacaro crawl with a Venetian food guide — exactly what cicchetti culture looks like in practice.
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