Luca De Michelis, CEO of Marsilio Arte, shares his personal guide to Venice beyond the Biennale, highlighting historic sites, shopping, dining, and cultural venues. His recommendations include Palazzo Grimani, Micheluzzi Glass, the Gardens of the Church of the Redeemer on Giudecca, Antiche Carampane restaurant, the newly opened Dries Van Noten Foundation, San Giorgio Maggiore island, Codroma for spritz, and the upcoming exhibition 'Strange Rules' at Palazzo Diedo’s Berggruen Arts & Culture.
This article matters because it offers an insider’s perspective on Venice’s lesser-known cultural treasures, emphasizing the intersection of art, craftsmanship, and heritage. It underscores how private foundations and local artisans sustain the city’s artistic vitality beyond the high-profile Biennale, making it relevant for travelers, art lovers, and those interested in the evolving cultural landscape of Venice.