Baroque Art

Enjoy a memorable evening concert of baroque music by the acclaimed Interpreti Veneziani ensemble in the heart of Venice. Head for the Church of San Vidal and take your seat for a performance of lilting baroque concertos and sinfonias by composers such as Mozart, Handel, Bach and Vivaldi. Immerse yourself in such soul-stirring works as Vivaldi’s "The Four Seasons" and Mozart’s "A Little Night Music," all brought to life by the passion and skill of the ensemble, and enriched by the 17th-century setting and clear acoustics.

Tour in English *to request a private tour, contact me before booking Welcome! We will take a 2-hour tour through the streets and alleys of the historic center, among classic buildings, squares of extraordinary beauty, Baroque churches and monuments of Roman times…! Art, history, traditions… but also good food! it will be a pleasure to offer you our delicious 'coffee Leccese' on ice with almond milk and typical snacks. Lecce will surprise you and this tour will be memorable!

Recommended by the New York Times in the article "36 Hours in Venice!" Venice Music Project takes you back to the time of Casanova and Vivaldi! You will hear the music of the great Venetian composers, played just as it was in Vivaldi's time, on period instruments. Through our "musical archaeology," we are also finding incredible music that has been lost in the archives, and you can be the first to hear it in modern day. Every concert is different, we offer different programs, therefore we highly recommend you to visit our website if you are interested in the specific program.

The visit starts from Santa Croce church, jewel of Lecce's Baroque, and continues Sant'Oronzo Square, where you can see the Old Tawn Hall "Sedile", the Roman Column and Amphiteatre, important remains of Lecce's glorous Roman heritage. Walking through Corso Vittorio Emanuele street, you will see historical buildings of the 16th, 17th and 18h century and Sant'Irene church. Then u will visit Duomo square, with the Archbishop's Residence, the Seminary, the Bell Tower and the Cathedral. The tour will take you to the underground Jewish Museum, situated in the core of the jewish area, and in particular on the remains of the Sinagogue, with its mikveh and mezuzah. Here in the cellar of the museum is the start of a journey into Medieval Lecce, a journey into what is still even today largely unexplored.

Discover the beautiful town of Noto, the 'stone garden' of Sicily and Unesco's world heritage due to its impressive baroque architecture. Join this small-group walking tour and discover this enchanting small town in the province of Syracuse unknown to most of the visitors until a few years ago, when it was reborn after a catastrophic event. The tour lasts about 90 minutes and the guide will tell you about the history, the baroque art in Sicily, but also about Sicilian life-style in the past and today.

Your tour will begin at Porta San Gennaro, the symbolic entrance point of the Rione Sanità. You will have the chance to admire two of the main masterpieces of Neapolitan Baroque: Palazzo San Felice and Palazzo dello Spagnolo, 'twin architectures' emblematic of the district's decay and rebirth. Your tour expert unveils you a symbol of the community, and then the beauty of the churches and the laundry hung out to dry, the colours of the buildings and murals, the typical flavours of Naples. But above all, a story of rebirth. The desire for rebirth is everywhere: from the street art and books for everybody in the alley of culture to the sculpture of the "Veiled Son" in the basilica of San Severo outside the walls, to the fabulous Nativity scene in the basilica of Santa Maria alla Sanità, a symbol of hope and universal integration. Along the way you will taste the typical "fried pizza" as only locals do it and the famous 'fiocco di neve' in one of the most renowned pastry of rione.

To celebrate in an unusual and unique way, join us in the Capuchins Convent Hall for a special Christmas Baroque Concert, performed "a cappella" by the prestigious Schola Romana Ensemble. This event truly embraces the spirituality of Christmastime, through the power of sacred music and with a tour of the Capuchin Museum and Crypt that will walk you through the history and devotion of the Franciscans. The tour after the concert can be on your own with an audioguide or guided by an art historian (depending on your ticket). All tickets include the entrance fee to the Capuchin Museum and Crypt, the concert, and the introduction to the musical program in English. A traditional Roman dinner is available after the concert (if option is selected) at the restaurant "Il Piccolo Vicolo" (Vicolo dei Chiodaroli 16).

This half-day walking-tour presents two of Vienna’s most outstanding periods, Baroque and Art Nouveau. We skip-the-line to explore the Upper Belvederes refined interior. The Austria Gallery’s highlight is the Kiss by Gustav Klimt – presented among ten other Klimts and works of his contemporaries like Schiele and Kokoschka. Baroque gardens always hide little surprises – lets decipher them. The open spaces of Schwarzenbergplatz and Karlsplatz offer unique vistas spanning periods from the seventeen-hundreds to WWII. An art nouveau signature building itself the Secession holds another Kiss at the end of Klimt’s “illustration” of Beethoven’s Ode to Joy. At the end, Naschmarkt invites you to explore Vienna’s culinary diversity or just relax with an al fresco lunch or afternoon snack.

The Barocco transfer includes: Departure at 8.30 am, arrival in Ragusa Ibla 10.00 am (stop of about 2 hours). Departure for Modica – during the journey we will make a small stop of about 40 min. for a tasting of the famous Modica Chocolate. Departure for Noto (stop of about 2 hours + lunch break). Return to Syracuse. Our cars are registered for public use, equipped with the required municipal permits and have free access to limited traffic areas and to preferential lanes in all cities. Free bottled water wi fi. Our drivers are provided with the authorizations required for the operation of vehicles in public service. Upon request we offer guided tour services. NB. LISTED EXCURSIONS ONLY INCLUDE TRANSFER A / R.

Let's visit together the wonderful Art & Nature of Lecce, noticed as the Capital of Baroque. Lecce is a fascinating town that you will always remember for the luxurious private palaces, with their courtyards and gardens, that we will admire inside, as well as for the precious symbols represented on the facade of many of the magnificent churches, that I will describe you. Passing together through its hidden streets, we will explore the labyrinthine old town, feeling the air of "slow life", typical of southern Italy, enjoying the authentic atmosphere of everyday life. We will discover together the amazing collection of sacred art, visiting the most ancient workshops of ceramic and papier-mache. Of course, you could not miss tasting the best local food like "puccia" (local bread with vegetables), or "pasticciotto" (sweet with custards), in one of the most traditional pastry shops in the town that I will suggest to you!

Rome has a thousand-year history and therefore many sides: one of the most fascinating is certainly the Baroque one and this tour is ideal for discovering it. Starting from the Spanish Steps, you will explore with an expert guide all the main squares of the center, seeing some of the most stunning and famous monuments, such as the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain, as well as some lesser-known but equally fascinating corners. During the tour there is also a sweet break: you will taste real Italian Gelato. This tour is a must if you want to visit some of the most iconic places in the city!

Discover Prague's beer brewing tradition, visit two of the city's oldest Monastic breweries, and admire fine examples of baroque architecture on this 4-hour walking tour with a historian-guide. See Břevnov Monastery and Strahov Monastery's churches and grounds and enjoy an inside tour of Strahov Monastery Brewery where beer was first brewed in the 14th century.

Most people in Cusco reserve the Sacred Valley and the South Valley; Of course, if you want a broader view of what ancient Peru was. Slightly less spectacular than the Sacred Valley, but with a contained beauty. The South Valley is an authentic site, you will find many fewer visitors, several different interesting sites, besides being closer than the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The furthest point is Andahuaylillas and it is only one hour from Cusco.

The Baroque Odyssey is an immersive journey into Salzburg's Baroque heritage. We'll walk through the Mirabell Gardens, unveiling its secrets, from Greek and Roman gods to the tales of power, ambition, and artistry woven into its history. Be ready for a blend of historical exploration and cultural understanding. From decoding imperial murder plots to walking on the iconic Do-Re-Mi steps from "The Sound of Music," we make every corner a page of a storybook. The tour culminates in a visit to the Palace and the majestic Marble Hall, where echoes of past grandeur, take you back to the time of royal banquets, concerts, and balls. Consider this finale as the climax of this narrative journey, embodying the essence of Salzburg's history, art, and culture in a 1.5-hour tour.

Discover the rich music history of London on a walking tour through the historic areas of St. James and Mayfair. Learn about the legendary figures of music who have been drawn to London over the last 300 years, and see where they created, lived, and performed. See where the stars partied in the Swinging Sixties, where Handel composed his greatest works including the Messiah, where icons of music from Chopin to Jimi Hendrix stayed when performing in London, where the Bee Gees wrote their greatest hits, where John Lennon first met Yoko Ono, where David Bowie was photographed for the Ziggy Stardust album cover and where Britain's first pop star met his untimely demise.

Highlights of this half-day history walk include the Prague Castle Royal Gardens with its dazzling Belvedere summer palace commissioned by Ferdinand I as a romantic present to his wife, the singing fountain cast from bell bronze, the Fig House and Orangery, where figs, almonds, oranges and lemons were grown for the first time in Central Europe and the grand Wallenstein Garden, with its white peacocks, mannerist statues, grotto wall and mythical fountains.

What makes this tour unique is the chance to capture moments in a location that seamlessly blends artistic beauty with historical significance. Whether you're capturing a romantic couple’s session, a family portrait, or solo shots, Karlskirche’s grandeur and serene surroundings ensure a memorable and timeless photoshoot experience.

Don't miss Turin's Baroque architectural gems during your travels to Piedmont. Turin is a charming old Baroque city, which will provide you with a glimpse into the life of the Savoy court. *** The tour is also available for family groups and/or private groups. ***

For lovers of art, elegance, history and good food, a must for those who come to Sicily and discover some of the most representative places that have contributed to making this island famous all over the globe, more and more every year appreciated and loved by the public, as well as ideal inspiration from film producers for the setting of some historical and contemporary films.

The tour will take you in three hours to discover the medieval part of the city by visiting the ancient Jewish quarter and the basement of the ancient synagogue. You will continue with a walk to discover the historic center of Lecce, with its churches and baroque palaces.