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10/06/2023
Bridge of Sighs in Venice: history and curiosities of a masterpiece

In the heart of Venice, stands a bridge full of mystery and romance: the Bridge of Sighs. This iconic stone bridge, with its architectural elegance and fascinating history, enchants me every time I look at it, as it does visitors from all over the world who flock to Venice to admire it. Together with the […]

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09/06/2023
How to climb St Mark’s bell tower in Venice?

Thanks to an entrance ticket, everyone can see Venice from its highest tower, St Mark’s bell tower: it is in fact one of the few in Italy to have a lift and the view from the top is unmissable, with an enchanting view of the square and the city. The campanile is in fact set […]

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08/06/2023
The Basilica dei Frari, works and curiosities of a Venetian treasure

The Basilica dei Frari is located in Venice and is situated in the heart of the city. It is not just a church, but one of the most fascinating Venetian sites rich in masterpieces. One of the first stops under What to see in Venice. Also known as the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei […]

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06/06/2023
Ca’ d’Oro, the works of the Giorgio Franchetti Gallery in Venice to see

Among the museums in Venice that you must see at least once in your life is the Ca’ d’Oro. The works housed inside are part of the Giorgio Franchetti Gallery collection in Venice and are housed in the rooms of a palace with a long and rich history. Not one of the most visited museums […]

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30/05/2023
Ca’ Pesaro, the works of the Venice International Gallery of Modern Art to see

One of the must-see museums in Venice is Ca’ Pesaro. The works inside are part of the collection of the Venice International Gallery of Modern Art and are housed in a building with a fascinating history. Not always first-time visitors to Venice visit Ca’ Pesaro, but there are authentic masterpieces inside, which have a unique […]

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20/05/2023
Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam: tickets and what to see

The capital of the Netherlands offers entertainment and a good dose of culture: the Museumplein, or Museum Square, is overlooked by three different museums, making it a must-see art hub. The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, which houses works of design as well as modern and contemporary art, is one of them, together with the Van […]

Events and Exhibitions
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13/05/2023
Rembrandt House in Amsterdam: choosing tickets for the visit

Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, offers art lovers many opportunities, with museums focusing on Flemish painting but also on contemporary art. A landmark figure in the city is Rembrandt, whose oil paintings are world famous: in Amsterdam, you can visit the house where he lived, the Rembrandthuis, but some of his works are also […]

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01/05/2023
Tower Bridge London: tickets and things to see

Tower Bridge is one of London’s most iconic attractions: what is its history and how can it be accessed? Buy Tower Bridge tickets online

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08/04/2023
Palazzo Grassi: one of the symbols of Venice

Venice is a city full of wonders and architectural beauty, world-famous for its canals, its gondoliers and its cultural and artistic heritage. One of the symbols of the city is undoubtedly Palazzo Grassi, a building of great elegance and refinement overlooking the Grand Canal. Palazzo Grassi is not a museum with a temporary collection but […]

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11/03/2023
Opéra Garnier in Paris: tickets to visit it

The Opéra Garnier in Paris is still home to the Opéra National ballet and is mainly used for performances by the company. Even for those who are not passionate about theatre and ballet, however, the Opéra remains a crucial stop on any tour of the city.

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26/02/2023
Palazzo Vecchio in Florence: tickets and what to see

PALAZZO VECCHIO IN FLORENCE: TICKETS AND WHAT TO SEE Florence is the city that gave birth to some of Italy’s greatest artists and men of letters and is home to numerous masterpieces that are the expression of centuries of cultural and artistic hegemony. In particular, Piazza della Signoria is a concentration of works of art: […]

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16/02/2023
Venice, tickets to visit St Mark’s Basilica

VENICE, TICKETS TO VISIT THE BASILICA OF SAN MARCO Venice is a unique city in the world: it is developed entirely on water and contains works of art and architecture that are an expression of its cultural and economic history. If gondolas are the most iconic image from a folkloric point of view, St Mark’s […]

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14/02/2023
Trevi Fountain: history and curiosities of a magical place in Rome

HISTORY AND CURIOSITIES ABOUT THE TREVI FOUNTAIN: A MAGICAL PLACE IN ROME The Trevi Fountain is one of Rome’s most famous and iconic fountains, located in the Trevi district. The fountain was built in 1762 by order of Pope Clement XIII and is considered an example of Roman Baroque. The Trevi Fountain has been restored […]

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12/02/2023
Hop-on hop-off tourist bus in Rome: tickets for the best tours

HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR BUS IN ROME: TICKETS FOR THE BEST TOURS Rome is a must-visit destination for all lovers of art, history and even good food. The first metropolis of the West, it is still the city with the highest density and the greatest number of monuments; it would seem almost impossible to visit them […]

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10/12/2022
Davanzati Palace Museum in Florence: what to see

PALAZZO DAVANZATI MUSEUM: WHAT TO SEE Seven centuries of history, 2000 square metres of floor space, 450 works (plus some 2000 lace works) spread over three floors. These are the numbers of the Palazzo Davanzati museum, which is an integral part of the Bargello Museums group. It is one of the oldest and best preserved […]

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27/10/2022
The works of the Fortuny Museum, an artist’s home

THE WORKS OF THE FORTUNY MUSEUM, THE HOME OF A BRILLIANT ARTIST What are the works in the Fortuny Museum and why should you visit this Venetian museum at least once in your life? The gothic Venetian palace that was the home but also the workshop of Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo (Granada 1871, Venice 1949) […]

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09/10/2022
The must-see works of the Rodin Museum in Paris

THE MUST-SEE WORKS OF THE RODIN MUSEUM IN PARIS The works of the Rodin Museum are housed in a building, located in the heart of Paris, which was Rodin’s home during the last years of his life. Not always those who visit Paris for the first time think of going to see the Rodin Museum, […]

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08/10/2022
Rodin Museum tickets: how to book and what to see

RODIN MUSEUM TICKETS: HOW TO BOOK AND WHAT TO SEE Booking Rodin Museum Tickets is the first thing to do if you want to discover the works of the greatest sculptor of the late 19th century. By buying Rodin Museum tickets in advance, you can walk through the eighteen rooms and garden so beloved of […]

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03/09/2022
Orangerie Museum tickets: how to book entry and what to see

ORANGERY MUSEUM TICKETS: HOW TO BOOK ENTRY AND WHAT TO SEE How to book Orangerie Museum Tickets, what to see and why enter this Paris museum. A must-see if you visit Paris because inside the halls of this museum are some important Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works, including Monet’s Water Lilies. For the best visit to […]

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26/08/2022
Tourist bus in Paris: tickets and tours to discover museums and masterpieces

TOURIST BUS IN PARIS: TICKETS AND TOURS TO DISCOVER MUSEUMS AND MASTERPIECES Paris is a huge city and the distances between one district and another are truly enormous. It may therefore happen that we feel the need for someone to take us to the most iconic places without having to think about anything else but […]

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event 21 Feb 2026 - 05 Jul 2026
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Le Stanze della Fotografia, Venice
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event 07 Feb 2026 - 27 Sep 2026
The Alchemists by Anselm Kiefer at the Royal Palace
Milan, Palazzo Reale – Sala delle Cariatidi
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event 24 Jan 2026 - 14 Jun 2026
Liberty. Modern Italian art in Brescia
BRESCIA, PALAZZO MARTINENGO
Patti Smith e Robert Mapplethorpe
event 29 Jan 2026 - 17 May 2026
Robert Mapplethorpe. The Forms of Desire in Milan

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