Venice is a city of immense beauty and historical significance also known as "City of Water" and "La Dominante". As the capital of the Veneto Region of Northern Italy, Venice actually lies on 117 small islands that are connected by a series of bridges and separated by a network of canals. Its not only one of the largest cities in Veneto, but it is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the country.
Looking for a Cheap holiday to Venice? We have great deals on Venice holidays at Plenty Holidays. Venice, the capital of northern Italy’s Veneto region, is built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. It has no roads, just canals – including the Grand Canal thoroughfare – lined with Renaissance and Gothic palaces. The central square, Piazza San Marco, contains St. Mark’s Basilica, which is tiled with Byzantine mosaics, and the Campanile bell tower offering views of the city’s red roofs.
Holiday to Venice is well known for its historic and artistic past, and you’ll find much in the way of museums, galleries and theatres here. It’s not all high-brow culture though – enjoy the decadence of Italian dining and drinking at its very best here, shop until you drop, and relax with an authentic espresso while people-watching in Piazza San Marco.
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VENICE INFORMATION
Currency
Euro
Language
Italian
Time Zone
GMT+2.00
Avg. Flight Time
2h 17m
Peak Travel
April- October
Price of a pint
€2.00
MORE ABOUT VENICE
Vist To St. Mark’s Basilica
Easily the most renowned and famous building in Venice, St. Mark’s Basilica is a sublime piece of architecture that has stood the test of time and remains one of the most important buildings.
Every aspect of this church is fantastic – From the ornate detail, sculptures and artwork of the front facade, to the beautifully painted frescos and Byzantine works of art on the inside of the domed ceiling.
Located in the Piazza San Marco, this basilica is easily accessible from the grand canal and is one of the best-known surviving examples of Italian Byzantine architecture.
Ponte Di Rialto
As one of the bridges that spans the impressive Grand Canal, the Ponte di Rialto is undoubtedly the most famous and iconic.
Connecting the San Marco and San Polo districts of Venice, the bridge is an important pedestrian thoroughfare, but also a hugely popular tourist attraction. After an incident, an ornate stone bridge was built that still stands today.
The detail and design of the bridge is simply beautiful and its symmetry perfectly frames the grand canal.Furthermore, the is also a series of shops on the bridge that sell a range of wares from souvenirs to jewellery.
Ride A Vaporetto Through The Grand Canal
The Vaporetto is the main form of transport in Venice and you can catch a train into the main station or walk on foot through the streets, but to truly experience Venice, you must experience if from the water. The Vaporetto system is highly efficient and is one of the quickest ways of travelling to the various islands of Venice.
You can buy extended passes that allow for multiple uses so you don’t have to worry about buying a ticket each time you use one.
During your time in Venice, try to travel on the Vaporetto’s as much as possible and enjoy the water traffic and the sights and sounds that you will encounter.
St. Mark’s Square
Whilst St. Mark’s Basilica is the most famous building in Venice, St Mark’s Square is the most famous piazza.Located on the grand canal, opposite the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, this square holds huge importance in Venice and is a truly spectacular place to visit.
Surrounding the Piazza is a series of ornate buildings with arched walkways that frame it perfectly.
Furthermore, several important buildings are located on the square including St Mark’s Campanile, St Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace and Torre dell’Orologio.
