Things to Do in Venice, Italy - Venice Attractions
Things to Do in Venice
Gondola rides on the Canal Grande are a must. On land, there’s no shortage of history and museums—starting with the Basilica de San Marco at the heart of it all. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Gondola Cruisesfromper adult (price varies by group size)$38
Half-day Toursfromper adult$105- fromper adult (price varies by group size)$48
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- fromper adult$215
Cultural Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)$42
Gondola Cruisesfromper adult$82
Street Food Toursfromper adult$111
Speed Boat Rentalsfromper adult$108
Private and Luxuryfromper adult$27
St. Mark's & Doge's Palace
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Speciality Museums
Admission tickets from $48
Venetian Gothic landmark with a bridge connecting to historical prisons, providing insight into the city's past. Includes a tour with unique access to unseen working rooms and grand architecture.
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Bodies of Water
Majestic waterway that serves as the city's main artery, flanked by historic architecture. Offers picturesque canal views and a chance to witness local transport methods.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Admission tickets from $23
Gothic cathedral adorned with golden mosaics and historic art, offering views from an outside balcony and up-close looks at ornate murals in its museum.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
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Historic square with stunning architecture, home to significant buildings and a bell tower with panoramic views. Enjoy early morning or evening visits for a peaceful ambiance and photo moments.
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Historic Sites
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Historic bell tower featuring panoramic views and an iconic golden angel weathervane. Ideal for sunset vistas, with an elevator to the top for cityscape admiration.
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Theaters
Historic opera house with lavish interiors and balcony boxes, providing an intimate view of Italian opera and a glimpse into the venue's storied past through tours and exhibits.
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Bridges
Historic bridge spanning the Grand Canal, adorned with shops and providing panoramic views, ideal for photography and people-watching.
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Neighborhoods
Tranquil canals and uncrowded alleys define Cannaregio, a neighborhood with authentic dining and shopping. Enjoy canal side walks and visit the historic Jewish Ghetto.
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Historic Sites
Modern art collection in a historic palazzo overlooking the Grand Canal, featuring a sculpture garden and terrace with iconic views; ideal for art enthusiasts.
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Historic Sites
Historical site with grand rooms adorned by Tintoretto's storytelling artwork, detailed ceiling paintings, and intricate wooden carvings, enhanced by an audio guide and mirror use.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Historical basilica in a tranquil neighborhood, home to masterpieces by Italian artists and significant tombs, with a serene atmosphere and impressive architecture.
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A mini guide to Venice
Laura Itzkowitz
Travel Expert
Venice enthusiast since 2008
- What’s one thing visitors shouldn't miss?Venice is famous for Gothic architecture and Renaissance art, but one of my favorite places to visit is the Peggy Guggenheim Collection. It’s housed in her beautiful palazzo on the Grand Canal and is filled with her collection of modern art by the likes of Jackson Pollock and Max Ernst.
- What do you wish tourists knew about Venice?Venice is not a day trip destination! The city is so rich in culture, art, and history that you really need to spend a few days there. Venice is magical by night, after the day trippers have left, and you can wander around the quiet streets feeling like you’re on a film set.
- Let us in on your favorite restaurants—what makes them great?I love to eat at family-run trattorias like Corte Sconta, which has a charmingly old-school vibe and serves all kinds of seafood, including some you’ve probably never seen. And Caffè Florian on Piazza San Marco is perfect for an espresso and to soak up the opulent 18th-century atmosphere.
- Are there any activities that are better done on weekends vs. weekdays?Venice gets so many tourists that there’s little difference between weekdays and weekends. A better distinction can be made between high season (April through October) and low season (November through March).
- Which top tourist attraction is worth the hype?Rialto Bridge, the oldest bridge that crosses the Grand Canal, is a stunning feat of Renaissance engineering.
- Why is Venice special to you?I visited Venice for the first time on my first-ever trip to Italy in 2008 and have been back several times since then. I now live in Rome and take every chance I can to visit La Serenissima.
- AboutAs a Rome-based journalist, Laura has traveled the country from north to south in search of the best cultural attractions, beaches, places to stay, and of course, food and wine.
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