Los Angeles

3-8 July 2024

Visit the most beautiful ship in the world

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THE SHIP AMERIGO VESPUCCI HAS ARRIVED IN LOS ANGELES. WE ARE WAITING FOR YOU!

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LOCATION

Port of Los Angeles Outer Harbor

Berths 46-50 3011 Miner Street, San Pedro, CA 90731

Against the backdrop of the most populous city in the United States lies the Port of Los Angeles, the busiest port in America. Just 25 miles south of downtown, the Los Angeles Waterfront boasts expansive marinas and beaches, museums and historical landmarks, award-winning open spaces, and a thriving arts scene in the heart of the city.

OPENING HOURS

FREE ENTRANCE

Access to the Villaggio Italia is free, subject to registration on the website. Some events require an additional reservation, subject to availability. You can also register for access to the Villaggio Italia and events on site. Discover the entire schedule below, choose the events you want to attend, and reserve your spot.
3 JUL 04:00 pm - 10:00 pm
4 JUL 09:00 am - 10:00 pm
5 JUL 09:00 am - 10:00 pm
6 JUL 09:00 am - 10:00 pm
7 JUL 09:00 am - 10:00 pm
8 JUL 09:00 am - 08:00 pm

HOW TO GET THERE

The Los Angeles waterfront is easily accessible by car from many locations in the region: it is only 25 miles from downtown Los Angeles and 18 miles from LAX airport.

 

San Pedro can also be reached using METRO, DASH or Commuter Express services.

PARKING

For all visitors, there are three large free parking lots in the port area (5 minutes away), connected by a free shuttle that will take them directly to the entrance of Villaggio Italia:

 

• PARKING 1: Miner & Signal St.
• PARKING 2: 22nd & Miner St.
• PARKING 3: Cabrillo Marina

HIGHLIGHTS ATTRACTIONS

Discover all the attractions in the schedule

COME 

ABOARD

Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close.

 

Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

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Board on the Amerigo Vespucci
Get up close with the most beautiful ship in the world, and create unforgettable memories.
Join the talk with sculptor Jago
Discover the artist who denounces the atrocities of our time, with his works inspired by classical art.
Dream with the Fanfara Ennio Morricone
Let yourself be carried away by the notes of the The Military Band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion, paying homage to Maestro Morricone.
Travel through tradition with Serena Autieri
A repertoire of classics that have made the history of our country, performed by Autieri, accompanied by Maestro Campagnoli on the piano.
Be moved by the film "Comandante"
The true story of Commander Salvatore Todaro, who disobeyed orders because, for him, the law of the sea mattered more than the law of war.
Attend the performance "Torna a Casa"
Where traditions and the natural beauties of Sicily blend with mythology.

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FREE ENTRANCE

PALINSTESTO

FREE ENTRANCE

Villaggio Access

04:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Come aboard
Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close. Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The visit to the Vespucci is not guided, but the crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

NAVE VESPUCCI 04:00 pm - 07:30 pm

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Musical Event - DJ set Ringo
Presented by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale - MAECI).

OPEN STAGE 04:30 pm - 06:30 pm

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Italian aperitivo

RISTORANTE ITALIA 05:00 pm - 07:30 pm

Musical performance of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome

OPEN STAGE 07:30 pm - 08:00 pm

SHIP VESPUCCI PRESENTS… SERENA AUTIERI

CEREMONY AREA 08:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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SHIP VESPUCCI MEETS: A MUSICAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TOWN SQUARE
Come and enjoy the show of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome in the beautiful setting of Beverly Gardens Park

AROUND LOS ANGELES 03:15 pm - 04:15 pm

Villaggio Access

09:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Musical performance of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome

OPEN STAGE 09:00 am - 10:00 am

Come aboard
Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close. Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The visit to the Vespucci is not guided, but the crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

NAVE VESPUCCI 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Guided tour to the “Italia geniale” exhibition

EXPO PAVILLON 10:00 am - 10:30 am

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Showcooking by Eataly

OPEN STAGE 12:30 pm - 13:30 pm

Musical performance of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome

OPEN STAGE 03:00 pm - 04 pm

Italian Aperitivo

RISTORANTE ITALIA 05:00 pm - 07:30 pm

Nave Vespucci presents… Italian cinema
"Io Capitano", by M. Garrone (2023)
Projection of the film in Italian with English subtitles, curated by the Venice Biennale and courtesy of Archimede Production.

OPEN STAGE 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm

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Nave Vespucci presents… Italian cinema
"Jago Into the White", di L. Pingitore (2024)
Projection of the film in Italian with English subtitles, curated by the Venice Biennale and courtesy of Archimede Production.

OPEN STAGE 08:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Villaggio Access

09:00 am - 10:00 pm

Sold out
Come aboard
Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close. Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The visit to the Vespucci is not guided, but the crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

NAVE VESPUCCI 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

Sold out
Musical performance of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome

OPEN STAGE 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Showcooking by Eataly

OPEN STAGE 12:30 pm - 13:30 pm

Come aboard
Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close. Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The visit to the Vespucci is not guided, but the crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

NAVE VESPUCCI 03:00 pm - 07:00 pm

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Guided tour to the exhibition area for the launch of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026

CONFERENCE HALL 04:00 pm - 04:30 pm

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Italian Aperitivo

RISTORANTE ITALIA 05:00 pm - 07:30 pm

Come Back Home
Project by Io Compro Siciliano / Made in Sicily, and the Consulate General of Italy in Los Angeles, in collaboration with the Directorate General for Italians Abroad (DGIT) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale - MAECI), responsible for the “Tourism of Roots” initiative.

OPEN STAGE 05:30 pm - 07:00 pm

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Lyrical Concert
Curated by the Accademia Teatro alla Scala of Milan. Semi-formal dress code is required.

CONFERENCE HALL 07:00 pm - 08:30 pm

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Nave Vespucci presents… Italian cinema
"Comandante" by E. De Angelis (2023)
Projection of the film in Italian with English subtitles, curated by the Venice Biennale and courtesy of Indigo Film Production.

OPEN STAGE 08:30 pm - 10:00 pm

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SHIP VESPUCCI MEETS: A MUSICAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TOWN SQUARE
Come and enjoy the show of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome in the beautiful setting of the Hollywood Walk of Fame (Ovation Hollywood)

AROUND LOS ANGELES 02:30 pm - 03:30 pm

Villaggio Access

09:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Come aboard
Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close. Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The visit to the Vespucci is not guided, but the crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

NAVE VESPUCCI 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

Sold out
Musical performance of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome

OPEN STAGE 09:00 am - 10:00 am

Conference on the Blue Economy

CONFERENCE HALL 10:00 am - 12:00 am

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Guided tour to the “Made in Italy” exhibition

EXPO PAVILLON 10:00 am - 10:30 am

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Showcooking by Eataly

OPEN STAGE 12:30 pm - 13:30 pm

Italian Aperitivo

RISTORANTE ITALIA 05:00 pm - 07:30 pm

Talk show “Art like a bridge: Jago tells his story”

CONFERENCE HALL 05:00 pm - 06:00 pm

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Morricone Fanfare Exhibition
Musical event to remember the Oscar-Winning Maestro Ennio Morricone, presented by Fanfare.

OPEN STAGE 06:30 pm - 07:15 pm

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Nave Vespucci presents… Italian cinema
"Sergio Leone - L'italiano che inventò l'America" di F. Zippel (2022)
Projection of the film in Italian with English subtitles, curated by the Venice Biennale and courtesy of Lotus Produzioni.

OPEN STAGE 08:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sold out

Villaggio Access

09:00 am - 10:00 pm

Sold out
Come aboard
Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close. Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The visit to the Vespucci is not guided, but the crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

NAVE VESPUCCI 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

Sold out
Musical performance of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome

OPEN STAGE 09:00 am - 10:00 am

Guided tour to the “23 storie di successo” exhibition

EXPO PAVILLON 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Sold out
Conference on the Space Economy

CONFERENCE HALL  10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Sold out
Come aboard
Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close. Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The visit to the Vespucci is not guided, but the crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

NAVE VESPUCCI 03:00 pm - 07:00 pm

Sold out
Italian Aperitivo

RISTORANTE ITALIA 05:00 pm - 07:30 pm

Musical performance of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome

OPEN STAGE 06:30 pm - 07:30 pm

Nave Vespucci presents… Italian cinema
"Ennio", by G. Tornatore (2021)
Projection of the film in Italian with English subtitles, curated by the Venice Biennale and courtesy of Piano B Production.

OPEN STAGE 08:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sold out
SHIP VESPUCCI MEETS: A MUSICAL PERFORMANCE IN THE TOWN SQUARE

AROUND LOS ANGELES 03:30 pm - 04:30 pm

Villaggio Access

09:00 am - 08:00 pm

Sold out
Come aboard
Experience the unique opportunity to see the most beautiful ship in the world up close. Come aboard and take your souvenir photos. The visit to the Vespucci is not guided, but the crew members will be happy to answer all your questions along the way.

NAVE VESPUCCI 09:00 am - 12:30 pm

Sold out
Musical performance of the military band of the Carabinieri Cadet Legion of Rome

OPEN STAGE 09:00 am - 10:00 am

Invest in Italy: where innovating is tradition. A Foreign Direct Investment Conference

CONFERENCE HALL 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Vespucci meets L.A.

CONFERENCE HALL 02:30 pm - 04:00 pm

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Closing Ceremony of the Italy Village, Ship Unmooring and Farewell Parade

CEREMONY AREA 05:00 pm

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Testimonials

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GUESTS
IN LOS ANGELES

A wish for fair winds
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JAGO

Italian artist and sculptor, author of "the David" displayed at Villaggio Italia.
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PHIL
BROCK

Mayor of City of Santa Monica California, United States
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GIORGIO
CHIELLINI

Ex italian football player, defender. He won the European Championship in 2021 with the Italian National team.
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GUESTS
IN LOS ANGELES

Testimonials about the ship Amerigo Vespucci
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GIUSEPPE
MANCO

Executive Chef, West Coast Region at Eataly North America.
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CATERINA
SCORSONE

Italian-Canadian actress
visiting Los Angeles
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GUESTS
IN LOS ANGELES

Testimonials about
Villaggio Italia
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LORENZA
ERRIGHI

Consul of Italy in Los Angeles.
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DJ
RINGO

Virgin Radio Dj hosting the "Revolver" show and Dj for Italy's biggest rock festivals.

MAP

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LOCATION

Port of Los Angeles Outer Harbor
Berths 46-50 3011 Miner Street, San Pedro, CA 90731

Against the backdrop of the most populous city in the United States lies the Port of Los Angeles, the busiest port in America. Just 25 miles south of downtown, the Los Angeles Waterfront boasts expansive marinas and beaches, museums and historical landmarks, award-winning open spaces, and a thriving arts scene in the heart of the city.

HOW TO GET THERE

The Los Angeles waterfront is easily accessible by car from many locations in the region: it is only 25 miles from downtown Los Angeles and 18 miles from LAX airport.

 

For all visitors, there are three large free parking lots in the port area (5 minutes away), connected by a free shuttle that will take them directly to the entrance of Villaggio Italia:
• PARKING 1: Miner & Signal St.
• PARKING 2: 22nd & Miner St.
• PARKING 3: Cabrillo Marina

 

San Pedro can also be reached using METRO, DASH or Commuter Express services.

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