Adventures
Experiences at Aman Venice
From its canal-side perch in San Polo, Aman Venice is a window into the city’s historic glories and modern-day cultural highs. Priceless art and iconic landmarks reveal themselves at every turn – most just a stroll or short gondola ride away, but for the most unique and memorable encounters, turn to Aman’s experts for insider access to the secrets of the city – from bespoke, chef-led tours of the Rialto market to private boxes for the opera at Le Fenice.
Lagoon aperitivo on the boat
In the late afternoon, head down the Grand Canal to the west and take the small canals out to the Giudecca and into the lagoon. Here is where the sun sets over charming islands, and traditional fishing nets are an integral part of authentic lagoon life. Take your aperitivo with a selection of Venetian cichetti and enjoy the views.
Gourmet market tours
Sprawling over colonnaded squares beside the canal, the Rialto market has been the gastronomic heart of the city for almost 1,000 years. Join Aman’s chef on a morning market tour, and discover seasonal, Veneto-grown fruits and vegetables, and a vast selection of fresh-from-the-lagoon fish and seafood, before returning to Aman Venice to sample the morning’s finds in a traditional Venetian lunch.
The hidden gardens of Venice
In a city of water and stone, green spaces come as small revelations. Among the alleyways and canals, private gardens are tucked away like secrets; often, the only giveaway being a cascade of wisteria over a balustrade. Discover these hidden enclaves of natural beauty with a personal tour of Venice’s most alluring gardens, including that of Casanova’s childhood home, and explore a world of powder-pink roses, manicured hedgerows, vegetable gardens, beds of lavender, and loggias enwrapped by Virginia creeper.
Palazzo Ducale
The Palazzo Ducale is one of the wonders of Venice, and the original Palazzo dates from the ninth century. The Secret Itinerary takes you to the hidden corners of the Palazzo Ducale on a special private visit that includes access to the rest of the Palace.A very special private visit is possible for Aman Venice guests after closing time, between 7pm and 10pm.
The art of marbling
The technique of paper marbling has been practised for over a thousand years, coming to prominence in Europe during the Renaissance, when bookbinders and stationers employed it to create exquisite, marble-like patterns and colours on their endpapers. Guests of Aman Venice are invited to discover this rewarding, meditative art in a three-hour workshop with the city’s marbling experts, producing their own unique artworks to take home.
A box at the opera
The house of Verdi and Rossini, of Prokofiev and Britten, the Teatro La Fenice has been a preeminent international opera venue since its foundation in 1792. Aman Venice guests have access to a private box, allowing guests a privileged view of the iconic stage. The experience includes boat transfers, aperitivi and, afterwards, dinner at Aman Venice.Discover more
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