Venice Travel Information
Nothing can prepare the first time
visitor for the unique barrage of sights, sounds and ...... even smells
that invade the senses on arrival in Venice!
Even the most
seasoned traveller cannot tire of the sight of St Mark's Basilica, the
Doge's Palace or the Rialto Bridge.
Venice
Italy
Every tiny canal, enlivened by the passing of the
ubiquitous gondola, is an enchanting discovery in this most romantic of
cities.
Everyone should visit Venice at least once in their
lifetime!
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Venice Travel Information
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Getting There
Various flights from the UK to Marco
Polo airport in Venice are available at Hessle Travel. Discount hotel
rates and city breaks to Venice are also available to book, contact us
for a quote.
Getting Around
The best way is
to explore the city is on foot or by waterbus. Gondolas are a magical
experience that must be tried but tend to be expensive.
Take a Gondola Ride
Must See
St Mark's
Square and the Basilica
Rialto Bridge
Bridge of Sighs
Islands
of Burano
Murano and Torcello
Palazzo Ca'd Oro
Bridge of Sighs in Venice
Must Do
Go to the
top of the Campanile bell tower for a wonderful panorama.
Visit the
Doge's Palace.
See the masterpieces housed in Gallerie dell'
Accademia.
Shop - the Mercerie is lined with elegant boutiques. For
more affordable shopping, visit the streets around the Rialto Bridge.
Venitian specialities include the world famous hand blown glass and
carnival masks.
To Relax
Soak up the
atmosphere of San Marco in one of the square's famous cafes like
Florian's or Harry's Bar. Wonderful orchestras but pricey drinks!
Weather
Daily average temperatures (Approx) 'C
JAN 6 FEB 8 MAR 12 APR 16 MAY 21 JUN 25 JUL 27 AUG 27 SEP 23
OCT 18 NOV 12 DEC 7
Venice Highlights
> Venice is unique, a work of art with waterways at streets
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St Mark's Square was described by Napoleon as 'Europe's finest drawing
room'
> The Grand canal is lined with ornate marble palaces, the
former homes of Venetian aristocracy
> Smaller canals offer
glimpses of hidden piazzas and silent churches
> The Doges Palace
was the secular seat of power with the Bridge of Sighs connecting it to
the 17th century prison
> Wander around the bustling markets
close to the Rialto Bridge
> The Lido provides a more peaceful
ambience with tree lined avenues and a 5km beach, only 15 minutes away
by waterbus
> Visit the islands of the lagoon, Burano famous for
lace and Murano for glass
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