Renaissance Art & Architecture
Analyze the artistic innovations that defined the Renaissance in northern Italy.
Educational trip
The Renaissance to the Peaks: A Journey Through Italian Art, Engineering & Geography
Why hasn't Venice sunk yet? Explore Milan's Renaissance genius and the engineering holding a city up on a lagoon, then help monitor the flood defences yourself.
From$800 per person
Duration5 days, 4 nights
SubjectsArt History, Engineering, Geology, Urban Planning
LevelsGrades 9-12, University
Overview
About this journey
Explore the artistic and architectural genius of Milan and Venice, from the Duomo to the canals, uncovering the engineering and geography that made the Renaissance possible.
- Analyze Renaissance art and architecture in Milan and Venice
- Examine the engineering behind Venice’s canal system and foundations
- Study the geological and geographic factors shaping northern Italy’s cities
- Explore urban planning across centuries of continuous adaptation
Educational & Experiential
Learning-focused travel with real-world insights.
Tailored Programs
Customized journeys to fit your curriculum.
Expert-Guided Tours
Led by professionals for in-depth exploration.
Global Learning, Local Impact
Connecting travelers with communities sustainably.
Journey gallery
Moments from the journey
From the spires of Milan’s Duomo to the canals of Venice, this journey traces how art, engineering, and geography combined to build Renaissance Italy.
Key themes
What students investigate
Discover how Renaissance art, hydraulic engineering, and geology combined to shape two of Italy’s most celebrated cities.
Hydraulic Engineering
Examine how Venice was engineered to survive on water.
Geology & Geography
Study the natural conditions that shaped city placement and growth.
Urban Adaptation
Explore how these cities continue to adapt to modern challenges.
What's included
Sites and visits
- Milan DuomoGothic architectural masterpiece showcasing centuries of artistic craftsmanship and engineering excellence.
- Venice CanalsExtraordinary waterway network demonstrating innovative hydraulic engineering and urban design.
- Leonardo da Vinci Science Museum, MilanInteractive museum celebrating Leonardo's contributions to science, engineering, and invention.
- Rialto Bridge, VeniceHistoric engineering landmark and one of Venice's most iconic architectural achievements.
- Piazza San Marco, VeniceThe city's historic civic heart, renowned for its architectural grandeur and cultural significance.
Explore and reserve
Ready to explore the engineering behind the Renaissance?
This journey through Milan and Venice connects art history to the science that made it possible.