
Events and tours
The Consorzio Grado Turismo will promote and support the events organised on the island but is not responsible for their organisation or for any changes to the programme that may occur without prior notice. In order to keep up to date with the latest news or any changes in the programme, we strongly recommend consulting the official websites of the organisers or of the local institutions involved.
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Guided tours and excursions
Sea&taste - sunset cruise to Aquileia
10 August 2022
Departure calendar 2022: 13 and 27 July; 10 and 24 August; 07 September
An exciting sunset cruise surrounded by a kaleidoscope of warm colours accompanied by a unique environment: Grado's Lagoon. Captain Nico will welcome you on board with tales, music and seafaring traditions that will enliven the navigation through the lagoon, the casoni (typical fishermen's huts), fishing valleys and sandbanks. A special aperitif with the authentic tastes of wines presented directly by the producers of the FVG Wine and Taste Route, followed by a a fish dinner starring the famous Mar&Laguna mixed fry, a mix of fish typical of the Island of the Sun. The journey through history will continue on arrival in Aquileia through an exclusive guided tour of the "Domus di Tito Macro", one of the largest Roman-era dwellings among those found in northern Italy, which, with its 1700 square metres, represents an unmissable unicum in Europe.
Program:
- 5.30 p.m. meeting of participants with the guide at the Molo Torpediniere di Grado and embarkation on the Battello Santa Maria
- 5.45 - 8.00 p.m. navigation and panoramic tour of the Grado Lagoon with tasting of local wines and typical fish dinner (mix of starters matched with wines + fried fish)
- 8.00 p.m. disembarkation in Aquileia and guided night tour of the Domus di Tito Macro
- 9.45 p.m. departure from Aquileia for the return journey
- 10.30 p.m. approx. arrival in Grado
Minimum 20, maximum 60 people.
LANGUAGES: Italian, German, English
PRICE: Adults 60,00 €; children 5 - 12 years 30,00 €; children 0 - 4 years free
Reduced rates for FVG CARD holders.
Price includes
- cruise on a private boat exclusively reserved for our group
- tasting of local wines on board
- fish dinner on board (on request possibility of meat menu - vegetarian or special children's menu)
- guided tour of the Domus of Titus Macro in Aquileia
- Travel One tour leader for the duration of the tour
Price does not include
- Extras
- Not mentioned entrances
- anything not expressly indicated in “the price includes"
Special quotations for groups of min. 15 people
Any allergies, intolerances and special requests must be communicated at the time of booking.
In case of rain: the planning of excursions and tours may be modified, postponed or cancelled in the event of a lack of an adequate level of security or due to adverse weather conditions and/or the passing of urgent national, regional or municipal ordinances prohibiting the performance of part or all of the booked activities. We will refund the fees paid or, on request, retain them for a new Travel One departure/activity. Updates and changes will be promptly communicated to customers via instant messaging, social channels and the Travel One website.
Must be booked by 12 noon on Tuesday afternoon.
Please arrive in good physical and mental condition, with appropriate clothing and equipment for the tour. If you have any doubts, check with the organisation before the day of the hike.
The use of masks and provisions for the prevention of Covid-19 refer to current legislation (in Italian).
For the activities organized by the Consorzio Grado Turismo the reservation is compulsory and must be made by 12 noon of the day before the excursion online, by email (experience@grado.it) or by phone + 39 0431 80383, providing NAME, SURNAME, RESIDENCE EMAIL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER.
During the activities, photos and videos may be taken; if you do not wish to be filmed, please let us know before starting the activity and fill out the consent form attached below. The personal data provided during the booking process will be treated in compliance with the regulations in force. Privacy Policy of Grado Turismo Consortium HERE.

Guided tours and excursions
Palagym Wellness Island
10 August 2022
Keeping fit is important and helps you feel good about yourself. Even on holiday, when time can be used as we like, we can find the ideal space where we can exercise and keep fit.
At the Terme Marine Palagym Wellness Island, there is a weight room equipped for all types of training. Activities are supervised by certified instructors to ensure professionalism and competence in identifying and achieving goals. The instructors are also qualified to conduct PT (personal training) classes, suitable for those who want to get the most out of their session!
The gym is open at the following times:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
- Wednesday and Thursday afternoons: from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Guided tours and excursions
Hop on Hop off tour in the Collio
10 August 2022
The new transport service offered by APT GORIZIA in collaboration with PROMOTURISMO FVG, to explore Friuli Venezia Giulia from the sea to the Collio, under the banner of mobility combining bus, bicycle and boats. A range of slow itineraries that leave ample freedom to use the service according to one's own tastes and interests, travelling by bus and by bicycle, combining cultural and eno-gastronomic experiences with immersive pedalling in the evocative landscapes of the Collio.
- COLLIO E COLLI: From 01 June to 31 August 2022, every Wednesday and Friday, from Grado to Cividale passing through the Collio by bus and by bicycle among vineyards, places of art, picturesque villages. A service with the characteristics of the classic HOP ON HOP OFF with bicycle transport. The bus will stop at the points of greatest interest and near the cycle paths. Two loops made three times during the course of the day, touching the towns of Cormòns, Vencò, Cividale del Friuli, Spessa, Mossa loc. Preval, Capriva del Friuli. Departure from Grado in coincidence with the arrival of the maritime lines from Trieste and Lignano. Timetable and route HERE. To use the service, online booking is required on the day before the trip.
- TASTING THE COLLIO: From 02 June to 01 September 2022, every Thursday; an invisible thread of aromas and flavours. A land of great wineries and skilful chefs, where glasses toast between the rows of world-famous vineyards. Discover the beauty of the area and the rich food and wine offerings along the FVG Wine and Taste Route. A route inspired by food and wine, which from Grado leads tourists through Collio, touching on Capriva del Friuli, Cormòns, Corona (Mariano del Friuli) and San Floriano del Collio. Departure from Grado coinciding with the arrival of the maritime lines from Trieste and Lignano. Timetable and route HERE. To use the service, online booking is required on the day before the trip.
Bicycle transport is always included in the ticket price. The proposed services do NOT include tickets for visits to museums, exhibitions, monuments, bicycle hire and tastings.

Guided tours and excursions
Courses and activities at the thermal pool
10 August 2022
At the thermal pool we regularly hold group courses in AquaMotricity and AcquaFitness; you can also take part in the following activities:
- Acqua FIT, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 08.30 to 09.30; postural training in sea water heated to 31.5° for muscle strengthening and joint reinforcement.
- Acqua HIIT, Tuesdays and Fridays from 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm; performance training in water based on rapid sequences, aimed at strengthening muscles and developing special coordination skills.
- Acqua GYM, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 08.30 to 09.30; a muscular fitness session suitable for those who want to have fun training to the rhythm of music.
Info and reservations with WhatsApp message to +39 340 4916838

GRADO 130, MOSTRE E CONVEGNI
" Greetings from Grado - Gruss aus Grado - exhibition of vintage postcards".
1 May 2022
Position: Isola d'oro - spiaggia principale GIT
From 1 May to 10 September, from 09.00 to 19.00 - Isola d'Oro (until 20/05 the exhibition closes at 18.00)
What did the most popular seaside resort of the Monarchy look like? Where did tourists stay and how did they spend their holidays in Grado at the end of the 19th century? On the occasion of "130 years of Grado", this exhibition wants to retrace the first years of tourism on the "Island of the Sun" (about 1892-1914).
Free entrance.

GRADO 130, ENOGASTRONOMIA
Aperitifs, cocktails, pizzas and 130 menu
1 June 2022
Position: Vari bar, ristoranti e pizzerie
During the 6 months of the "Grado 130" event, at bars, taverns, pizzerias and restaurants located in various areas of Grado, taste the aperitifs, cocktails, pizzas and the menu inspired by the 130 years of tourism of the Island of the Sun.
Discover all the proposals and the participating companies HERE.

Presentation of the book 'Ricordare Grado - Alberghi, ristoranti, altre attività e mestieri' by Antonio Boemo
10 August 2022
Position: Velarium - GIT
Presentation of the book 'Ricordare Grado - Alberghi, ristoranti, altre attività e mestieri' by Antonio Boemo
(Nuove Edizioni della Laguna)wednesday 10 august h.6 pm - Velarium GIT beach

ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE
The Lady of the Fairy Tales: Fairy Tales for Growing Up - Workshops and Games
20 July 2022
Position: Biblioteca Civica F.Marin
19 - 20 - 27 July at 10.00 am
- Il pifferaio magico e i topi mangiacarta (The Pied Piper and the Paper Eating Rats)
- Il lago dei cigni e i sacchetti di plastica (Swan Lake and plastic bags)
- Il brutto anatroccolo e P.P. Pasolini (The Ugly Duckling and P.P. Pasolini)
3 - 10 - 31 August at 10.00 am
- La strega Varvuola senza camino (The witch "Varvuola" without a chimney)
- Cappuccetto Rosso e il drago con il mal di denti (Little Red Riding Hood and the Dragon with a Toothache)
- Fiabe gradesi (Grado's fairy tales) learn a few words of the local dialect
Free admission by reservation - 0431 82630
Facebook: La Signora delle Fiabe
Instagram: la_signora_delle_fiabe
ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE
Grado SUMMER FUN 2022
10 August 2022
Position: Stabilimento Key West - spiaggia Costa Azzurra
3 p.m.
on the beach arrive the SUPERHEROES!!! 3 hours of entertainment for children and families.
Today he's having fun with us... Captain America
ATTIVITÀ PER FAMIGLIE, ENOGASTRONOMIA
Grado SUMMER FUN 2022 - FRESH'N'FRUIT
10 August 2022
Position: Largo Punta Barbacale - Grado Pineta
10 a.m.
Tastes of fresh fruit distributed free of charge.

MOSTRE E CONVEGNI
Exhibition Pier Paolo Pasolini e l'Adriatico: la laguna e l'infanzia del mondo
2 August 2022
Position: Cinema Cristallo
Open daily with the following opening hours: 09.00 - 13.00 / 18.00 - 23.00
Free admission;