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Venice
Imagine the audacity of building a city of marble palaces on a lagoon – and that was only the start.
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With a profusion of domes and more than 8000 sq metres of luminous mosaics, Venice's cathedral is unforgettable. It was founded in the 9th century to…
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Venice's historic gallery traces the development of Venetian art from the 14th to 19th centuries, with works by all of the city's artistic superstars. The…
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Holding pride of place on the waterfront, this pretty Gothic confection may be an unlikely setting for the political and administrative seat of a great…
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In medieval times this part of Cannaregio housed a getto (foundry), but it was as the designated Jewish quarter from the 16th to 19th centuries that the…
Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
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Baldassare Longhena's magnificent basilica is prominently positioned near the entrance to the Grand Canal, its white stones, exuberant statuary and high…
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Baroque dreams come true at this Baldassare Longhena–designed Grand Canal palazzo (mansion), where a marble staircase leads to a vast gilded ballroom and…
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After losing her father on the Titanic, heiress Peggy Guggenheim became one of the great collectors of the 20th century. Her palatial canalside home,…
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Napoleon pulled down an ancient church to build his royal digs over Piazza San Marco, and then filled them with the riches of the doges while taking some…
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Things to Know
From how to dress to which boat to take, everything you need to know for your trip to Venice.
Read articleDay Trips
From Lake Garda to Verona, and further afield to Ferrara and Trieste, here are 12 of the best day trips to take by train from Venice.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Despite a reputation as a playground for the world’s rich, Venice can be surprisingly affordable. Here's how.
Read articleTransportation
Everything you need to know about the Venice’s vaporettos, buses, gondolas – and everything in between.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Save some money on your Venice vacation with these top free experiences.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
Car-free, packed with sights (and gelato shops), children of every age will love Venice. Just be mindful of your toddler by those canals.
Read articlePlan with a local
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