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New Year in Venice 2024 | Top 9 Things to Do, Events, Parties & More!
Weather in Venice during New Year’s Eve
Average Temp: 4 °C
- Highest Temp: 6 °C
- Lowest Temp: 2 °C
Chances of Rain: Occasional rainfall is expected on New Year’s Day.
What to Wear: Waterproof jackets or hoodies, ponchos, neck scarves, gloves, thick socks, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended to be worn in Venice for New Year.
What to look out for: Venice is mostly cold, foggy, and cloudy with some drizzling on New Year’s Day. Do wear a jacket and carry an umbrella or a poncho with you when stepping out, to stay comfortable.
Top 9 Things to do in Venice on New Year's Eve
1. Watch The Brilliant Fireworks Display
Watch the skies over the canal and streets of Venice brilliantly light up with fireworks at the stroke of midnight, which go on for over an hour.
Why Visit?
- Join the crowds at St. Mark’s Square on New Year’s Eve to watch the best fireworks in Venice happen at midnight.
- Head to La Riva Degli Schiavoni, the Venetian Arsenal, or Punta Della Dogana to enjoy the best view of the fireworks.
2. Take A Gondola Ride
Explore the magnificent floating city of Venice by cruising the canals on a Gondola like a true Venitian, and learn more about the sights from the audio guide on board.
Why Visit?
- Ride along the Grand Canal that acts as the main street of Venice lined with restaurants, shops, and homes on either side.
- Go on a nocturnal Gondola ride and watch the fireworks over the canal at midnight on New Year’s Eve.
3. Explore The Guggenheim Museum
Admire Peggy Guggenheim’s personal collection of some of the most remarkable works of 20th-century avant-garde artists, at the Guggenheim Museum in Venice.
Why Visit?
- The collection includes paintings by renowned artists such as Picasso, Pollock, Abbott, Calder, de Chirico, and Dalí.
- The museum also houses sculptures made by Arp, Duchamp-Villon, Basaldella, Fazzini, Giacometti, Holzer, and others.
4. Attend A Concert At Teatro La Fenice
Visit this historically important Baroque Opera house in Venice and attend a special concert to celebrate New Year in style.
Why visit?
- Get a tour of the La Fenice Theatre and see its Foyer, Hall Theater, Royal Box, and Apollonian Halls.
- The soprano soloist Federica Lombardi and tenor Freddie De Tommaso will be performing at the theatre from the 19th of December to the 1st of January.
5. Go On A Day Trip
While in Venice for New Year, plan to go on a day-long guided boat trip to explore the enchanting islands of Murano, Burano & Torcello In the Venetian Lagoon.
Why Visit?
- Tour the scenic Venetian Lagoon on a speed boat and feast your eyes on the colorful island scapes and historic architecture.
- Learn more about the art of glass blowing and lace making at Murano and Burano, respectively.
6. Tour Doge’s Palace
Marvel at the Venician Gothic architecture of Doge’s Palace as you tour the Doge’s Apartment, the Institutional Rooms, the Prisons, the Armoury, the Opera Museum, the Courtyard, and the Loggias.
Why Visit?
- Discover the history, art, and culture of Venice as you walk through the different parts of the Palace.
- Go on guided tours along special routes to explore secret itineraries and hidden treasures at Doge’s Palace.
7. Visit St. Mark’s Basilica
New Year is a good time to visit St. Mark’s Basilica and the Loggia dei Cavalli Museum amidst fewer crowds. You may also attend the Sunday masses and choirs.
Why Visit?
- Explore the Musical Chapel, the Bell Tower, the San Marco Museum, and the Treasury of Saint Mark.
- Admire the ancient mosaics, sculptures, precious samples of Venetian craftsmanship and goldsmithy, silverware, manuscripts, tapestries, and the Pala d'Oro on display.
8. Welcome The New Year On A Boat
One of the most unique ways of celebrating New Year in Venice is on a festive boat with dinner, a DJ party, live entertainment, and fireworks.
Why Visit?
- Welcome the new year on a panoramic motorboat cruising the Giudecca Canal, the San Marco Basin, and the Venice Lagoon.
- View the colorful banks of the canal and spot some of the iconic Venetian landmarks such as Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Bell Tower.
9. Spend The Day At The Lido Beach
Head to Lido Beach to spend a relaxing New Year. Enjoy the beautiful vistas, try some traditional festive food, and join a group of swimmers on New Year’s first dip.
Why Visit?
- Join the annual ‘Auguri di Capodanno sulla spiaggia’ New Year’s Eve party at Blue Moon beach.
- Relish on the traditional New Year’s meal of ‘lenticchie and cotechino’ (a dish of lentils and pork sausages) and local wine.
Parties & Events on New Year’s Eve in Venice
New Year’s Eve Party At Palazzetto Pisani
Spend the last evening of the year in style at the Palazzetto Pisani Moretta - a wonderful 18th-century palace overlooking the Grand Canal! Their New Year’s Eve party starts with welcome cocktails and live performances followed by a fancy dinner, the sight of fireworks, and a DJ party.
Location: Quartiere San Polo, 2766, 30125 Venezia VE, Italy | Find on map
Interpreti Veneziani Classical Music Concert
Interpreti Veneziani will begin the new season of their ‘Le Quattro Stagioni’ with the first concert of the year at Chiesa di San Vidal (San Vidal Church) on New Year’s Day. The violin, harpsichord, and string orchestra will be performing Antonio Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’.
Location: Campo S. Vidal, 2862, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy | Find on map
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I Musici Veneziani Opera Performance
Welcome the New Year with an exceptional opera performance by I Musici Veneziani at Scuola Grande di San Teodoro. Listen to soprano Vittoria Boldrin, tenor Massimo Cagnin, and baritone Nico Mamone, joined by 14 other musicians dressed in 18th-century Venetian costumes.
Location: Campo S. Salvador, 4810, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy | Find on map
New Year Gala at Avanspettacolo Venice Cabaret
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at a Baroque-adorned theatre hall with a festive multi-course dinner, wine, live piano concert, magic show, dance performances, and midnight toast, followed by an all-night DJ after party.
Location: Via Della Fisica, 30176 Venezia VE, Italy | Find on map
Plan Your New Year in Venice
Getting Around
Where to Eat
Where to Stay
Vaporetto Boats: These are the most common and frequent means of transport in Venice connecting the mainland to nearby islands along 19 routes. They operate round the clock during New Year.
Water Buses: Water buses run the length of the Grand Canal at a frequency of every 10 minutes till 7 A.M. on New Year’s Day.
Water Taxis: Gondolas and water taxis are available all night long but at higher rates on New Year’s Eve.
Trains: Venice has two main train stations - Venezia Santa Lucia (long distance) and Venezia Mestre (local trains) which both operate as per the weekend schedule on New Year.
New Year’s Eve Dinner:
New Year’s Day Brunch:
Price per night for 2 guests in a room
Budget Hotels:
- Locanda Ai Santi Apostoli: from $255
- Hotel San Luca Venezia: from $327
Mid-range Hotels:
- Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal: from $453
- AC Hotel Venezia by Marriott: from $475
- Egò Boutique Hotel The Silk Road: from $674
Luxury Hotels:
- Palazzina Grassi: from $1,026
- The St. Regis Venice: from $1,876
- The Gritti Palace - a Luxury Collection Hotel: from $2,482
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Frequently Asked Questions About Celebrating New Year in Venice
What are the best things to do in Venice on New Year?
Some of the best things to do in Venice on New Year are to watch the fireworks, take a Gondola ride, join the celebrations at St. Mark’s Square, attend cultural events, hit the Lido beach, feast on a festive dinner, and party.
What are a few off-beat things to do on New Year’s Eve in Venice?
Visiting the Doge’s Palace Or Guggenheim Museum and going on a day trip to Murano, Burano, or Torcello are some of the off-beat things to do on New Year’s Eve in Venice.
What are a few kid-friendly things to do on New Year’s Eve in Venice?
Kids would have a great time watching the fireworks, riding on a Gondola, exploring the crafting islands of Murano and Burano, and playing at Lido beach on New Year’s Eve.
Is it crowded on New Year in Venice?
Venice is very crowded during New Year as the city receives the second-highest number of tourists in the year around this time.
Is Venice safe during New Year?
Venice is very safe even during New Year as there are fewer streets and no cars. You only need to be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas. If traveling with children, please keep them close when standing near the water, and in crowds.
What are the best parties/events on New Year’s Eve in Venice?
The New Year’s Eve party at Palazzetto Pisani Moretta, Interpreti Veneziani’s classical music concert at Chiesa di San Vidal, the opera performance by I Musici Veneziani at Scuola Grande di San Teodoro, and the New Year’s Eve gala dinner at Avanspettacolo Venice Cabaret are some of the best parties and events to attend on New Year’s Eve in Venice.
Which is the best place to watch fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Venice?
The banks of the Grand Canal, St. Mark’s Square, La Riva Degli Schiavoni, the Venetian Arsenal, and Punta Della Dogana are some of the best places to watch the fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Venice.
What is the weather like on New Year in Venice?
It is winter in Venice in December with the average temperature ranging from 2 °C to 6 °C, with a light drizzling expected around New Year.
Is public transport available on New Year in Venice?
Vaporetto Boats and water buses are the most common means of transport, both of which are frequently available all night on New Year’s Eve in Venice. Water taxis and Gondolas are also available but at hiked rates. Trains to and from Venice operate as per the weekend schedule on New Year.
What to eat on New Year in Venice?
A meal of ‘lenticchie and cotechino’ - lentils and pork sausages - is the most popular festive dish eaten on New Year in Venice. Some of the other local food to try are risotto con le capesante (risotto with scallops), neri di seppia (squid ragout), fegato alla veneziana (venetian liver), pesce spada con acciughe e sardine (swordfish with anchovies and sardines), and filetto di maiale con verdure (pork fillet with vegetables).
What are the best places to stay for New Year in Venice?
Palazzina Grassi, The St. Regis Venice, and The Gritti Palace Hotel are some of the fanciest places to stay for New Year’s in Venice. The more affordable options include Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli e Gran Canal, AC Hotel Venezia by Marriott, and Egò Boutique Hotel The Silk Road. Hotel Domus Cavanis, Locanda Ai Santi Apostoli, and Hotel San Luca Venezia are some of the most economical places to stay for New Year in Venice.
What are the best restaurants to visit for New Year’s in Venice?
Laguna Restaurant, Restaurant Brasserie, Aromi Restaurant, Restaurant Terrazza Danieli, Gio's Restaurant & Terrace, Combo, Trattoria Storica, Da Mamo, Ai due Vescovi, Giardino d’Inverno, La Nuova Grotta, Ristorante Da Tura, Osteria Oliva Nera, and La Caravella are some of the best places to dine at on New Year in Venice.
What are the best clubs and pubs to visit for New Year in Venice?
Molocinque, Area City, Bar Terrazza Danieli, Bar Dandolo, Laguna Libre, Trattoria Da Bruno, and Rialto Bar & Lounge are some of the best clubs and pubs to visit for New Year in Venice.