Built on many islands, separated by canals and linked by over 400 canals, Venice is the capital of region Veneto. It is a city of immense beauty with rich cultural history and if you are going to Venice for holidays then there are a lot of things to do.
Grand Canal
It was once the main route of Venice, and now the major water-traffic corridor in the city. Crowded with boats, the Grand Canal is one of the most visited attractions in Venice. You can take vaporetto, or water bus, private water taxi and Venetian gondolas for exploring this canal but be careful while taking water taxi and Gondolas to avoid scam.
If you don’t like crowded water boats then take a private taxi and enjoy clicking photos while going through the most scenic routes in the small canals.
If you are traveling in a group then go for boats which serve onboard champagne. Prices for these boats are higher than public transport but lower than gondolas ride.
Rebuilt in 1092, St. Mark’s Basilica is the most famous and renowned church in Venice and is the best-known examples of Italo-Byzantine (Before Renaissance) architecture.
It is located in the Piazza San Marco and next to Doges Palace, this basilica is accessible from the grand canal.
This Basilica is fabulous from every aspect, From the ornate detail, amazing sculptures and artwork of the front facade, to the beautifully designed frescoes and Byzantine works of art on the inside of the domed ceiling.
St. Mark’s Square
Located on the Grand Canal and opposite the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, St Marks Square is the most famous and popular Piazza in Venice.
It is a spectacular place and the tourist attraction in Venice. Much important building are built on the this Piazza including St Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Campanile and Torre dell’Orologio.
It is an ideal place to start off your Venice tour and do visit its important building and museums. Don’t forget to book advance tickets for
It was built between 10th and 11th in Venetian Gothic style. Earlier it was used a residence for Doge of Venice and was open to the public as a museum in 1923.
Sitting next to St. Marks Basilica, It is one of the renowned buildings on St. Mark’s Square which looks onto the Grand Canal.
This highly decorated palace is simply breathtaking. Made of white stone with diamond patterns on the walls, its front facade features a pleasing and attractive arched design. Inside, the palace is just as impressive and there is a series of beautifully decorated rooms possessing original details, furniture and artwork.
We recommend you to purchase an advance ticket at season time. Guided Tours for this palace are also available for exploring both the exterior and interior in detail and capture a piece of the history of Venice.
Ponte di Rialto
Ponte di Rialto is one of the four oldest bridges that span to the amazing Grand Canal. It is the most famous and iconic landmark in Venice
This bridge is a popular tourist attraction and an important pedestrian access route connecting the San Marco and San Polo districts of Venice.
It was originally a wooden bridge which was stood for hundreds of years until it collapsed in 1524. After this incident, the bridge was built with an ornate stone that still stands today. The structure and design of the bridge are simply amazing and its symmetry perfectly frames the grand canal.
Furthermore, you will also find the series of shops on the bridge that sell a range of wares from souvenirs to jewelry.
It is a museum gallery located opposite the Ponte dell’Accademia on the Grande Canal. This museum has an immense collection of pre-19th-century artworks by artists such as Canaletto, Titian and Bellini.
Gallerie dell Accademia was formerly a convent and was converted to the museum in the late 1700’s. It is a perfect treat for those who love Renaissance art and iconic masterpieces. Possibly its best-known piece is the Vitruvian Man by Da Vinci which delivers the ideal proportions of man. Other notable works include the Virgin and the Child by Titian, Resurrection by Tintoretto, and the Battle of Lepanto by Veronese.
