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Less than an hour from Venice, the university town of Padua is one of northern Italy’s most impressive cultural destinations—a treasure trove of Renaissance art and architecture. Artisans of Leisure arranges private tours of Padua, including its important botanical garden, the Scrovegni Chapel and other cultural highlights.
Artisans of Leisure arranges private Venice tours including exclusive excursions to Murano by luxury boat. We arrange behind-the-scenes access to prestigious glass studios as part of our private Venice tours. Visting Murano is a must for glass collectors, enthusiasts and anyone interested in traditional crafts and history.
Schonbrunn Palace, the opulent former summer residence of the powerful Habsburg rulers from the late 17th to the early 20th century, is one of the design highlights of Vienna, Austria. Exquisite interiors—including the Bergl Rooms—and vast landscaped gardens are an enduring testament to the imperial family’s grandeur, elegance and artistic patronage.
One of the most legendary resorts in Italy is Villa d’Este, an exclusive property on the shores of Lake Como known for its majestic Renaissance architecture, beautiful gardens, spectacular lakeside setting and sophisticated Old-World style.
Normandy, France, is an incredible destination with iconic sites, rich history, amazing food and picturesque landscapes. Read more about a private multigenerational tour of the highlights of Normandy including D-Day sites, Giverny, Mont Saint-Michel, Rouen, Honfleur and more.
Kelmscott Manor, the country home of the Victorian designer, poet and socialist William Morris, is an iconic Arts & Crafts house-museum and garden in the Cotswolds. Artisans of Leisure can customize tours to include Kelmscott Manor and other Arts & Crafts sites throughout England and Scotland.
Artisans of Leisure travel specialist Claire Munn just returned from a private Italy tour, where she enjoyed time in Florence, Tuscany and Rome that included private tours of iconic highlights and off-the-beaten-path gems. Read more about Claire’s trip and her favorite experiences and places that can be incorporated into any Artisans of Leisure private Italy tours.
The Palacio da Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace) in Porto, Portugal, is one of the city’s most beautiful architectural sites and a highlight of our private tours in the historic center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.