Sightseeing in Venice - what to see. Complete travel guide
Venice is a city of canals and amazing architecture that keeps attracting visitors from all over the world. What could be more romantic than a gondola ride on a Venice canal? Venice remained an independent city-state for more than 1000 years, until it was conquered by Napoleon in the end of the XVIII century. This city is home to a large number of historical sites and monuments of architecture and art. However, tourists are not recommended to limit their stay in Venice to visiting famous sightseeing attractions. Make sure you have enough time to wander in this amazing Italian city and discover its real charm. Make a walk to, for example, a quarter, where there are no or almost no tourists. Each quarter in Venice has its own character, and there’s nothing surprising in this when you remember that the city is built on 117 islands connected by more than 400 bridges and about 160 channels. Do not forget that riding a car is prohibited in the center of Venice. If you have a car, it would be better to leave it at the parking lot and get to the center by boat.
One of the most creative and attractive hotels in Venice, Bauer Palladio Hotel & Spa, is open on Giudecca Island. This magnificent spa hotel has quite an unusual location – it is open in … Open
It’s not so simple to stand from hundreds of hotels in Venice, but Liassidi Palace has managed to do that because of its unique design. It’s a true paragon of the classy Venetian … Open
The Doge's Palace was home to all the most important political institutions of the Republic of Venice. A part of the palace was occupied by offices of lawyers and naval officers, the chancellor and the censor of the city. There was even a separate room for people who wanted to make a complaint. The room was called Bussola. In Piazetta Square tourists will see a huge gate made in the late gothic style. This is Porta della Carta , the main entrance to the palace. The gate was built by the renowned Venetian architects, brothers Giovanni and Bartolomeo Bon. On the back, the Doge’s Palace, which also housed the court, is connected with the former prison by the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri). Nowadays, this bridge has become a symbol of romantic Venice - a kiss in a gondola under the bridge promises the couple eternal love. However, it should be noted that sighs that gave the name to the bridge, were not caused by love, but by farewell - the convicted people sighed, looking at Venice for the last time.
Venice is internationally famous for its luxurious hotels, some of which are targeted at the most high-income travelers. In order to stay at Centurion Palace, visitors need to pay no less … Open
Speaking of Venice, it is impossible not to mention the famous Venetian Carnival, during which the canals and the streets of the city are filled with thousands of people in carnival costumes and masks. The holiday is usually finished by Venetian "Mardi Gras" and fireworks in Piazza San Marco.
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Shopping streets in Venice
♥ Shopping area ' Calle Larga XXII Marzo' Venice, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Salizada San Moisé' Venice, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Calle Valaresso' Venice, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Piazza San Marco' Venice, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Calle Larga XXII Marzo' Venice, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Salizada San Moisé' Venice, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Calle Valaresso' Venice, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Piazza San Marco' Venice, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Venice
♥ Castle 'Castello di Mestre' Mestre, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Residenza Il Castello' Fivizzano, 1.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Fortress of Sant’Andrea' Itri, 4.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Forte di Sant’Andrea' Venezia, 4.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Roncade' Roncade, 21.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Mestre' Mestre, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Residenza Il Castello' Fivizzano, 1.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Fortress of Sant’Andrea' Itri, 4.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Forte di Sant’Andrea' Venezia, 4.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castello di Roncade' Roncade, 21.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
National and city parks around Venice
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Dolomiti Bellunesi' , 84.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Krajinski park Strunjan' , 100.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'The Dolomites' , 114.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Dolomiti Bellunesi' , 84.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Krajinski park Strunjan' , 100.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'The Dolomites' , 114.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Art galleries in Venice and around
♥ Art museum 'Ca Pesaro' Venice, 0.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Museo Fortuny' Venice, 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Ca Rezzonico' Venice, 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Ca d Oro' Venice, 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Gallerie dell Accademia' Venice, 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Ca Pesaro' Venice, 0.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Museo Fortuny' Venice, 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Ca Rezzonico' Venice, 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Ca d Oro' Venice, 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Gallerie dell Accademia' Venice, 0.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Venice from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Burano
From the series “The Most Magical and Picturesque Cities in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Venice center - 8.6 km.
The population of the amazing island city is about 2700 people. The miniature town is interesting not only for its architectural peculiarities, but also for its cultural traditions. From the 16th century, Burano is considered a major center of lace production. In this craft locals reached incredible heights. Many tourists visit the island city especially to buy beautiful lace fabrics in local stores, as well as to visit the Venetian Lace Museum located on its territory. …
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Venetian Arsenal
From the series “Monuments of Byzantium: the most famous buildings”
Check on the map: Distance from Venice center - 1.7 km.
It was at this shipyard that the legendary ship "Galleass" was built. It is a three-masted galley of incredible size. It was used to transport heavy guns and other weapons later. The Venetian arsenal was badly damaged during the war with Napoleon. Some of its buildings were destroyed. They were never able to recover. Interesting medieval exhibits are kept in the preserved buildings today. They are connected with the shipbuilding and military past of the Republic of Venice. Some historic buildings are used for various festivals and themed events. The Venice Biennale takes place here. …
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Piombi Prison
From the series “Famous prisons of the world”
Check on the map: Distance from Venice center - 1.2 km.
Casanova immediately began to make a hole in the floor of his cell. He planned to escape from the empty palace one of the holidays. Casanova was suddenly transferred to another cell when almost everything was ready to escape. Prison guards discovered a huge hole in his former cell soon after. Casanova had to bribe the guards to keep this fact from becoming public. He escaped from his new cell through a hole made in the lead roof shortly after. …
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