Visit Venice, Italy for an unforgettable Italian adventure. Here are the best places to stay, eat and things to do in a handy Venice travel guide.
The eye-catching features in Piazza San Marco are primarily the Ducal Palace, the Campanile (bell tower) and, of course, the impressive Saint Mark’s Basilica. During the day, the square can be filled with locals and tourists alike, which can take away from the experience. Read on to learn about the piazza, church, and how to visit these attractions in Venice at night.
In the 16th century, the Jewish population of Venice were forced to live in the world’s first ghetto. In the face of severe discrimination, they built their synagogues in secret. Today, these…
Set against the city’s fairytale backdrop, Carnival (or “Carnevale”) is the biggest annual festival held in Venice, Italy. From Venetian masks to masquerade balls, Venice Carnival is a singular experience. Celebrations last…
The romantic Venetian canals can seem inviting for a refreshing dip. So, can you swim in the Venice canals? The simple answer is: no, you are not allowed to swim in the…
If you’re visiting Venice, then you’re most definitely thinking about visiting the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. But how about climbing 323 feet up St. Mark’s Bell Tower? One of Venice’s…
When it comes to Italy, food is everything. If you want to soak up the local flavor of a city, it requires more than just sightseeing – eating well is a central…
Finding quality food not sold by crowded tourist restaurants is difficult in Venice. By far, the best way to try authentic specialties in the Floating City is by heading to a local…
Venice is an enchanting city with so much to see and do, it’s easy to eat in whichever trattoria or osteria you come across. Sometimes, it might seem easiest to enter any…
The hidden gems in Venice are as mysterious as the narrowing canals themselves. Amidst the main attractions of the city lie secret treasures waiting for the more adventurous traveler. However, whether it’s…
Like most cities in Italy, the birth of Venice is still surrounded by medieval myths and tales. History has it that the inhabitants of Aquileia in the 5th century A.D. laid the foundations…