The Venetian Villas are an extraordinary architectural heritage that tells the story of La Serenissima and the Italian Renaissance. Designed by great masters such as Andrea Palladio, these historic residences are now part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and represent a perfect balance of art, landscape, and culture.
If you are staying at Fiori di Campo Holiday Home, here is a one-day itinerary to discover some of the most fascinating villas in the region.
Ore 10:00 – Visit to Villa Barbaro, Maser
Distance from Fiori di Campo Holiday Home: about 40 minutes by car
The first stop of the tour is Villa Barbaro, a Palladian masterpiece featuring frescoes by Paolo Veronese. A perfect example of harmony between architecture and painting.
Entrance fee: approx. €10
Visit duration: about 1 hour
📍 Villa Barbaro, Maser – Google Maps
11:30 – Exploring Villa Emo, Fanzolo
Distance from Villa Barbaro: about 20 minutes by car
Just a short drive away is Villa Emo, one of the best-preserved Palladian villas, with richly frescoed interiors and an imposing classical façade.
Entrance fee: approx. €10
Visit duration: about 1 hour
📍 Villa Emo, Fanzolo – Google Maps
13:00 – Lunch at a traditional trattoria
Distance from Villa Emo: about 5 minutes by car
For a pleasant lunch break, stop at Osteria Jodo, offering traditional Venetian dishes in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Osteria Jodo, Fanzolo – Google Maps
What to order:
- Seasonal mushroom risotto
- Venetian-style liver with polenta
- Homemade dessert
15:00 – Gipsoteca Canoviana, Possagno
Distance from Fanzolo: about 30 minutes by car
After lunch, visit the Gipsoteca Canoviana, a museum dedicated to Antonio Canova, the leading figure of Neoclassicism.
Entrance fee: approx. €10
Visit duration: about 1 hour
📍 Gipsoteca Canoviana, Possagno – Google Maps
16:30 – Winery visit and wine tasting
Distance from the Gipsoteca: about 25 minutes by car
After exploring Canova’s works, head to a local winery near Asolo, such as Cantina Montelvini, renowned for its Prosecco and local wines. Enjoy a guided vineyard tour followed by a tasting.
📍 Cantina Montelvini, Venegazzù (Montebelluna) – Google Maps
Recommended tasting:
- Prosecco Superiore DOCG
- Pinot Grigio
- Merlot and Cabernet Franc
- Visit and tasting duration: about 1 hour
18:00 – Return to Fiori di Campo Holiday Home
Distance from the winery: about 30 minutes by car
Conclude the tour by returning to Fiori di Campo Holiday Home, where you can relax after a day filled with history, art, and wine tasting.
Extra Tips for a Perfect Visit
- Purchase tickets online in advance to avoid queues
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking through villa gardens
- Bring a camera to capture architectural details
Dreaming of exploring Veneto at a relaxed pace? Stay at Fiori di Campo Holiday Home, the perfect base for discovering the region’s cultural treasures.
