But recent developments show that the city is in fact thriving -- due in large part to the many artists and designers who have chosen to make the city their home , and because each year it is host to exciting events such as the alternating architecture and contemporary art biennales , and the Venice film festival . Venice 's old - world image hides some hip contemporary galleries , bars and restaurants . Architecture and art exhibitions , and the film industry , are important creatives to the city . A guide to the best of Venice 's contemporary attractions .
Venice 's old - world image hides some hip contemporary galleries , bars and restaurants . Architecture and art exhibitions , and the film industry , are important creatives to the city . A guide to the best of Venice 's contemporary attractions .