Musica a Palazzo 'Traveling Opera' Performance in Venice
Overview
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience the magic of ‘traveling opera’ during a 2-hour operatic performance at the grand Palazzo Barbarigo-Minotto in Venice. Performed by the acclaimed Musica a Palazzo ensemble, this night of opera, song and music features world-class singers and instrumentalists performing as they move, with the audience, through the palazzo’s beautiful salons. With the singers performing feet away and the lavish rooms providing authentic backdrops, you’ll feel as if you’re part of the opera, not in the audience. Choose from three classic operas to suit your tastes and schedule.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress code is elegant casual
Not recommended for children under the age of 5
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
1 glass of prosecco, peach juice or water (still/sparkling) per person in one interval
1 Musica a Palazzo card per person
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Libretto (available to purchase for approx. 5 euro)
What To Expect
Musica A Palazzo
Musica a Palazzo offers a new way of experiencing the grand Opera. The Opera is a travelling show and each act is set in a different hall of a fascinating Venetian palace: Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto.
Options
La Traviata
Melodrama in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi, with a libretto by F. M. Piave. The performace starts at 8.30pm. The Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto opens its doors at 8pm
The Barber of Seville
A light-hearted melodrama in two acts by Gioacchino Rossini, with a libretto by C. Sterbini. The performace starts at 8.30pm. The Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto opens its doors at 8pm
La Traviata on Sunday
La Traviata (Sunday)
Rigoletto
Opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi, with a libretto by F. M. Piave. The performace starts at 8.30pm. The Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto opens its doors at 8pm
La Traviata Afternoon Concert
PLEASE NOTE: this show starts at 5pm. Melodrama in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi, with a libretto by F.M. Piave.
Reviews
688 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Truly unique experience....
Melinda V,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Truly unique experience. My friends and I had never been to an Opera before and this was the perfect introduction. At first, we thought we should have looked up the plot of the story before going but we didn't. Instead, we discussed what each of us thought happened afterward, then looked it up.
Opera in Venice
RT W,
Jul 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00I’ve always loved to hear opera music, but was never too excited about sitting through a 2 1/2 hour opera. I must say this was an excellent experience! I was very pleasantly surprised! It was very entertaining, engaging, and the chorus and musicians did an excellent job!!! This was a small venue with no large crowds to deal with and a very personalized experience! I would highly recommend this opera to all my friends staying in Venice!
Wonderful!
Michael B,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00We saw Rigoletto, and it was an excellent experience. We’ve seen a full production of the opera live before, and the intimate setting and WONDERFUL singers and musicians really made this production come together. You are in an old house for the opera, and will move to different rooms for different acts of the opera. I highly recommend, both as an opera snob and as a tourist in Venetian.
Something a little bit different
michael r,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00It is not a fully fledged opera experience but nonetheless it gives you a delightful feeling of what it might be like. You certainly feel that you are right there on stage with both the actors and the musicians.
This was pretty fun! Very...
Kevin S,
Jul 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was pretty fun! Very talented crew. The rooms are very stuffy and hit though. They cram a lot of people in these pretty small rooms and there’s no AC.
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