The Grand Canal is a beautiful waterway stretching over 2 miles through the heart of Venice, passing by magnificent and eye-catching buildings. Take a water bus or vaporetto and see the stunning architecture that lines the famous canal, the best way to begin your Venice experience.
This stunning religious landmark holds a vast collection of Byzantine art, gold mosaics, and impressive architecture. Visit to explore the great history of Saint Mark's Basilica and embrace the grandeur of the Venetian golden era.
The Doge's Palace is a medieval masterpiece artwork, which served as the residence of Venice's Doge, their chief of state. Marvel at the details and features, Venetian Art and Gothic Architecture combined to create a unique blend of cultural heritage.
A ride around Venice's famous waterways on a gondola is an unforgettable experience for any visitor. Float past stunning architecture and witness the city from a unique perspective. It's perfect to enjoy the city's charm through smooth rides of narrow canals.
The oldest bridge on the Grand Canal, offering great views and beautiful architecture.Visit for the amazing view of gondolas that circle the bridge, beautiful buildings completing the stunning view.
This gorgeous piece of architecture was built in the 15th century and is now home to the Franchetti art collection. Admire the magnificent home on Venice’s Grand Canal, a symbol of the city's wealth and society, while exploring the vast artistic collections.
It is best to navigate Venice by walking and water transportation, there are many water taxis, waterbuses or vaporettos available. Taking a gondola ride will also give a unique experience. Water transport tickets start at €7.5 per ticket, while the Gondola Ride costs €80/boat. Travel time varies depending on the destination but will not take over 25 minutes if taking water transport from one location to another. Please note that Venice is a pedestrian-friendly city, therefore, walking on foot is highly recommended.
Two days gives ample time to experience the city to its full but Venice is an incredibly charming city full of delightful surprises, those looking to spend more time could visit other well-known locations such as Murano Island, Lido Island, and the Academy Galleries. However, for those looking to shorten the stay, you might consider blending days 1 and 2 into just one busy day. A visit to Venice can be very costly, especially when visiting the city's many touristic spots. It's very smart to buy bundled tickets in advance to buy in a package to get discounts if planning to explore many places. Don't forget to wear comfortable shoes — walking and standing for a long time is common in Venice.
The only major airport in Venice is Marco Polo airport (VCE), located 6.7km from the city centre. Several airlines offer direct flights to Marco Polo from across the UK. To get to the city, one may take a water taxi or an Alilaguna boat which can be found close to the terminal and cost around €15 - €20 per person. One may also reach the center via land transport by taking a bus or a taxi.