Stories of Merchants and a Daring Life

What did it mean to embark on a journey during the Middle Ages?
How much was a sack of pepper worth?
How were seemingly impossible ventures insured?

Get ready for a true journey of discovery, filled with incredible tales and enterprises driven solely by the strength of faith. The traditional Rialto market, the beating heart of commerce and a bustling crossroads between Venice and the Mediterranean, still today whispers the echoes of this glorious past through its stones and scents.

Together, we will explore hidden alleys, uncovering the places where ship crews, waiting to embark on new adventures, sought entertainment and rest. We will discover why the use of masks was so widespread in Venice, not only during Carnival but also in everyday life.

We will conclude our journey in a traditional artisan workshop, where we will witness a live demonstration: we will see how a Venetian papier-mâché mask is crafted and how it is masterfully adorned with gold leaf.

All this and many more stories await you.