Venice, Italy

Venice Italy

Venice is a city like no other: a labyrinth of canals, marble palaces, and hidden courtyards floating on the Adriatic. Built on more than 100 small islands, it has no roads—only waterways and narrow alleys that suddenly open onto breathtaking piazzas. At its heart lies St. Mark’s Square, framed by the dazzling Basilica di San Marco, the Doge’s Palace, and the iconic Campanile. From here, you can wander under arcades lined with cafés and listen to live orchestras as the sun sets over the lagoon. The Grand Canal is Venice’s main thoroughfare, curving through the city like a glittering highway of water. Riding a vaporetto (water bus) offers a front-row view of Gothic and Renaissance palaces, their facades reflected in the rippling surface. For a more intimate experience, slip into one of the smaller canals on a gondola and glide beneath low stone bridges, passing quiet neighborhoods where laundry hangs over the water and church bells echo between the walls. Beyond the famous sights, Venice rewards slow exploration. Lose yourself in the districts of Cannaregio and Dorsoduro, where local bacari (wine bars) serve cicchetti—small Venetian tapas—alongside spritz and local wines. Cross the Rialto Bridge to visit its bustling market, where fishmongers and fruit vendors supply the city’s kitchens, and artisans sell Murano glass and traditional masks. Each sestiere (district) has its own character, from elegant San Marco to the more bohemian, artsy feel of Dorsoduro. Venice also makes an ideal base for exploring the lagoon islands. Take a short boat ride to Murano, famous for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition, where you can watch master glassblowers at work. Continue to Burano, a photographer’s dream with its brightly painted houses and lace workshops, and then on to Torcello, a peaceful island with ancient churches and a rare sense of quiet. Whether you come for art, history, or romance, Venice offers a dreamlike atmosphere that lingers long after you leave.
Wikipedia
Recommended airport
Venezia Tessera (VCE)
Points of interest
  • Basílica de Santa María dei Frari
  • Campo San Polo
  • Punta della Dogana
Nearby destinations
  • Padua a 35.29 km
  • Treviso a 25.91 km
  • Mestre a 8.28 km

Our ideas

See all ideas

OC269 - LA PEQUEÑA GIRA EUROPEA 22 DIAS LON/MAD 26/27

11 Destinations 20 Nights
Holidays package
Image - OC269 - LA PEQUEÑA GIRA EUROPEA 22 DIAS LON/MAD 26/27
From US$3,813 Per person
See
Destinations: London, Paris, Frankfurt, Basel, Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome, Cote d'Azur, Barcelona, Madrid

ITALIA, ESPAÑA Y PARIS VISITANDO DISNEYLAND PARIS

14 Destinations 15 Nights
Holidays package
Image - ITALIA, ESPAÑA Y PARIS VISITANDO DISNEYLAND PARIS
From US$3,340 Per person
See
Destinations: Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome, Pisa, Nice, Barcelona, Zaragoza, Madrid, Burgos, Bordeaux, Blois, Paris, Disneyland Paris

Madrid, Navidades en Andalucía, Maravillas de Italia y París

14 Destinations 19 Nights
Holidays package
Image - Madrid, Navidades en Andalucía, Maravillas de Italia y París
From US$4,045 Per person
See
Destinations: Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Madrid, Barcelona, Cote d'Azur, Pisa, Rome, Tuscany, Florence, Venice (Province), Venice, Milan, Paris

Madrid, Navidades en Andalucía y Maravillas de Italia

13 Destinations 16 Nights
Holidays package
Image - Madrid, Navidades en Andalucía y Maravillas de Italia
From US$3,675 Per person
See
Destinations: Madrid, Cordoba, Seville, Granada, Madrid, Barcelona, Cote d'Azur, Pisa, Rome, Tuscany, Florence, Venice (Province), Venice, Milan

Fantasia Essentials 11 Days / 10 Nights

9 Destinations 10 Nights
Holidays package
Image - Fantasia Essentials 11 Days / 10 Nights
From US$2,705 Per person
See
Destinations: Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Montepulciano, Rome, Sorrento, Pompeii, Rome

Fantasia Essentials 11 Days / 10 Nights

9 Destinations 10 Nights
Holidays package
Image - Fantasia Essentials 11 Days / 10 Nights
From US$2,705 Per person
See
Destinations: Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Montepulciano, Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento, Rome

Fantasia Essentials 5 Days / 4 Nights

7 Destinations 4 Nights
Holidays package
Image - Fantasia Essentials 5 Days / 4 Nights
From US$1,058 Per person
See
Destinations: Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Montepulciano, Rome

Fantasia Essentials 8 Days / 7 Nights

7 Destinations 7 Nights
Holidays package
Image - Fantasia Essentials 8 Days / 7 Nights
From US$1,633 Per person
See
Destinations: Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Montepulciano, Rome