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Venice and its Top Events 2026: installations, shows, and cultural weekends not to miss
23/03/2026
Some cities are visited, and some cities are truly lived. Venice undoubtedly belongs to the second category: a place where time slows down, details gain value, and every moment becomes a memory to cherish. For a truly special romantic getaway, the secret is to choose the right pace—and the Lido is the ideal starting point.
The Lido of Venice: Elegance, Calm, and Lagoon Light
Staying on the Lido of Venice means discovering a more intimate and luminous side of the city, away from the crowds yet perfectly connected to the historic heart of Venice. Here, the lagoon opens up into wide horizons, walks are quiet, and the atmosphere naturally invites togetherness.
The Russo Palace welcomes couples in an elegant and private setting, overlooking the water and immersed in authentic relaxation—a place designed for those who want to experience Venice in style, letting themselves be lulled by beauty.
Day 1: Arrival, Sunset, and Dinner for Two
The weekend begins with a picturesque arrival via the lagoon. After check-in, the first invitation is to slow down: a hand-in-hand stroll along the lagoon, the silence broken only by passing boats, followed by the most anticipated moment—the sunset over the lagoon, when the sky turns pink and gold.
The evening can continue with an intimate dinner, among carefully selected restaurants and soft atmospheres, where the pleasure of Venetian cuisine meets the intimacy of a table for two. On returning, the hotel becomes an elegant refuge, perfect to conclude the day in complete tranquility.
Day 2: Venice by Gondola, Between Dream and Reality
The second day is dedicated to the most romantic essence of Venice. Reaching the historic center, one of the symbols of love awaits: a gondola ride, slow and quiet, through hidden canals and palaces that tell centuries of history. A timeless experience to remember forever.
After a stroll through calli and campielli, a light lunch in one of the many bàcari, and a few last scenic spots to photograph, returning to the Lido marks the moment for relaxation: a pause in the hotel, a glass of wine, and the feeling of having lived something authentic and precious.
For those dreaming of a romantic, refined, and off-the-beaten-path Venice, the Lido is the natural choice. And the Russo Palace is the perfect place from which to start—and return.
