Peggy Guggenheim and Venice go hand in hand. The iconic artist set up shop here in 1949, and went on to take Veniceâs already legendary art scene into the stratosphere. On this guided tour, youâll learn all about her, plus youâll check out the artwork at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and wander around a part of the Dorsoduro district called the art mile. Elio, one of our expert local guides, says âPeggy Guggenheim could be the protagonist of a fascinating and intriguing novel. Her life was extraordinary, and weâre fortunate that she fell in love with Venice so deeply that she chose it as her home. And what a home it is, truly incredible."
To start, youâll follow your guide to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, a modern art museum thatâs rooted on the bank of Veniceâs Grand Canal. Here, youâll hear all about Peggyâs life as you wander around the exhibits, which are stacked with works by big names like Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock and Max Ernst â the latter was her husband. The museumâs in Veniceâs Dorsoduro Sestiere, a district thatâs known for its artistic flair. When youâre finished in the museum, itâs time to see more of this part of the city.
Sticking with the colourful theme of the tour, the districtâs art mile is in the spotlight. Youâll follow your guide along the route, which weaves past eight art museums within Venice that showcase pieces from eight different centuries, including the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
Friendly local guide
Transportation to the meeting point
