Venice

Floating city of canals, gondolas, and romance.

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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

luxury

Palazzo on Grand Canal

Gritti Palace

luxury

Historic Luxury Collection

Ca' Sagredo Hotel

boutique

Gothic palace with frescoes

Activities & Experiences

Gondola Ride

Classic Venice experience

Duration: 40 minutes

St. Mark's & Doge's

Basilica and Palace tour

Duration: 3 hours

Island Hopping

Visit Murano, Burano, Torcello

Duration: Half day

Food Tour

Cicchetti and wine bars

Duration: 3 hours

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

3 days
Couples & Honeymooners
3 days
1

Grand Canal

  • Vaporetto Grand Canal ride
  • Rialto Bridge
  • Rialto Market
  • Gondola at sunset
2

St. Mark's

  • St. Mark's Basilica
  • Doge's Palace
  • Bridge of Sighs
  • Cicchetti tour
3

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

Ready to Experience Venice?

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