THINGS TO DO IN VENICE

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St Mark's Basilica

Saint Mark’s Basilica is a spectacular sight. You could even go so far as to say it is the centerpiece of Venice. Sure, the canals define the city’s unique lagoon location, and the Doge’s Palace is awe-inspiring

Doge's Palace

When in Venice, it’s inevitable you come across the legendary masterpiece of Gothic architecture that appears to be floating on the Venice lagoon: the Doge’s Palace. A former center of government during the Venetian Republic, the Palace is now open to the public and welcomes everyone who comes to admire its awe-inspiring artistic treasures.

WHAT TO DO IN VENICE

Venice is a standout amongst the most unique cities in Italy and holds many free sights and attractions for the tourist. One of the best things to do in Venice is basically walk around, strolling along the canals and admiring beautiful squares and buildings. Venice is divided into six areas. You can pick your most loved neighborhood and go for a walk.

Be ready for anything in Venice. This floating city comprises of a group of 117 small islands separated by canals and linked by bridges. It can be the most romantic place on earth but it can likewise be terribly expensive, definitely not as you imagined.

1.  Grand Canal

The Grand Canal is a canal in Venice, Italy. It makes one of the chief water-traffic corridors in the city. Grand Canal, Italian Canale Grande, is foremost waterway of Venice, Italy, succeeding a natural channel that traces a reverse-S course from San Marco Basilica to Santa Chiara Church and boundaries the city into two parts.

2.  Doge’s Palace

The Doge’s Palace is a palace made in Venetian Gothic style, and one of the key landmarks of the city of Venice in northern Italy. The wow-factor of the Doge’s Palace’s majestic marble exterior is merely exceeded by the treasures held within – history buffs and addicts of classical art will never want to leave.

3.  Saint Mark’s Basilica

The Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark, usually known as Saint Mark’s Basilica, is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Venice, northern Italy. The magnificent Saint Mark’s Basilica is perhaps the jewel in Venice’s crown. With its multi-leveled domes, convoluted facades and stunning mosaics, it’s a marvel of Italo-Byzantine architecture.

4.  Bridge of Sighs

The Bridge of Sighs, recognized as the Ponte dei Sospiri in Italian, is one of the most renowned bridges not just in Venice, but in the world. When riding a Gondola with your loved one, make sure to pass the Bridge of Sighs – Venetian lore undertakes that a kiss under the bridge will grant couples endless love and happiness.

5.  Piazza San Marco

Piazza San Marco, frequently identified in English as St Mark’s Square, is the principal public square of Venice, Italy, where it is usually known just as la Piazza. This enormous public square is the foundation of Venice. Napoleon was so taken by the attractiveness of the architecture; he entitled Piazza San Marco “the drawing room of Europe.”

6.  Rialto Bridge

The Rialto Bridge is the eldest and most eye-catching bridge across Grand Canal. Get up early to beat the crowds and appreciate the spectacular views at your ease, you won’t regret it. The current Rialto Bridge, a stone arch, was assembled under the direction of Antonio da Ponte, between 1588 and 1591.

7.  Lido di Venezia

The Lido, or Venice Lido, is an 11-kilometre long sandbar in Venice, northern Italy; it is home to around 20,000 inhabitants. Take a breather from the touristic movement and visit the charming Lido di Venezia. A short boat ride from the center, it’s where some of Venice’s finest restaurants are hidden.

8.  Teatro La Fenice

Teatro La Fenice is an opera house in Venice, Italy. It is one of “the most prominent and renowned landmarks in the history of Italian theatre”, and in the history of opera as an entire. You don’t require to be an opera enthusiast to be blown away by the splendid Teatro La Fenice, one of the most important and well-known venues in the history of the art.

9.  Torcello

Quiet and picturesque, the island of Torcello is perfect for a comforting day trip. Make sure to visit the charming basilica and appreciate the amazing views from its bell tower. Tiny Torcello Island has few residents but it’s habitually busy with sightseers in summer.

10.  Gallerie dell’Accademia

The Gallerie dell’Accademia is a museum gallery of pre-19th-century art in Venice, northern Italy. The Gallerie dell’Accademia comprises some of the most eminent examples of Venetian art. The simple size of the paintings is awe-inspiring – be warned, you may leave with a pull in your neck.

PLANNING YOUR VENICE VISIT

How long should you stay in Venice?

Venice, Italy draws legions of visitors during the peak travel months of May through early October. To our way of thinking, the best time for a trip to Venice is from late October into April (exclusive of Carnival, unless you desire crowds and great prices). Spend at least one night (not on the mainland, either) and plan on two complete days in the city.

Getting around the city

There’s a lot to explore beyond the common tourist attractions: e.g., the islands of the lagoon, the ancient Jewish Ghetto, and the bridges, canals, back streets, and shops of neighborhoods that hassled and harried visitors never see. Many sights won’t charge you a penny. The vision of the whole city from on the top of the bell tower on Piazza San Marco, which costs 8 EUR, is one of Venice’s most prevalent attractions. An insider tip is heading over to San Giorgio Maggiore – the outlook is arguably better and the privilege simply costs 3 EUR.

How expensive is Venice?

The way the city is made, you’ll discover yourself consuming the waterbuses (“vaporetti”) a lot more than expected. These trips can trouble into your savings if you’re not watchful. Bundle tickets are a great way of escaping offensive surprises. The price of a 12-hour ticket is roughly comparable to 3 singles and the relative cost retains dropping for longer periods (tickets are obtainable for up to a week).

Eating and drinking can be very expensive in Venice. Bars and restaurants usually charge more for sitting at a table, so a great means of cutting costs is selecting for the counter instead. Supplements differ with some restaurants charging up to 500% in the fullest tourist areas!

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