Venice
Floating city of canals, gondolas, and romance.
About Venice
Venice is utterly unique - a city built on water with no cars, only boats. Glide through canals in gondolas, get lost in medieval alleys, admire St. Mark's Square, and experience the magic of a city frozen in time.
What to See & Do
Grand Canal
St. Mark's Basilica
Gondola rides
Rialto Bridge
Doge's Palace
Murano glass
Where to Stay
Aman Venice
luxuryPalazzo on Grand Canal
Gritti Palace
luxuryHistoric Luxury Collection
Ca' Sagredo Hotel
boutiqueGothic palace with frescoes
Activities & Experiences
Gondola Ride
Classic Venice experience
St. Mark's & Doge's
Basilica and Palace tour
Island Hopping
Visit Murano, Burano, Torcello
Food Tour
Cicchetti and wine bars
Where to Eat
Osteria Francescana
Italian Fine Dining
Nearby Modena 3-Michelin-star
Antiche Carampane
Venetian Seafood
Hidden gem seafood restaurant
Bacaro Tour
Cicchetti
Wine bar hopping for small plates
Sample Itineraries
Venice Romance
Grand Canal
- Vaporetto Grand Canal ride
- Rialto Bridge
- Rialto Market
- Gondola at sunset
St. Mark's
- St. Mark's Basilica
- Doge's Palace
- Bridge of Sighs
- Cicchetti tour
Islands & Departure
- Murano glass
- Burano lace
- Torcello
- Final canal walk
- Departure
Quick Facts
Region
Europe
Best Time to Visit
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct
When to Go
April-June and September-October for good weather.
Avoid: July-August crowded. November-March can flood (acqua alta).
Getting There
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). Water taxi or bus to city. No cars in Venice - walk or take vaporetto water buses.
Local Tips
- Get lost in alleys - it's the best way to explore
- Buy vaporetto pass for water buses
- Avoid overpriced St. Mark's Square restaurants
- Visit early morning or evening for fewer crowds
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