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GETTING TO KNOW VENICE
Venice is divided into six districts - districts - San Marco is the central one, surrounded on three sides by the Grand Canal. Across the Rialto Bridge is the artisans' quarter of San Polo, and across the Grand Canal to the south is elegant Dorsoduro, with its prestigious art museums and bustling squares. At the outer edges there are Santa Croce, Castello and Cannaregio, home of the Ghetto. In addition to the six districts of the city, you will want to board a vaporetto for its islands: Lido, Murano, Burano and Torcello. A fourth island, San Giorgio Maggiore, is worth visiting for the beautiful views of San Marco and Venice from its church tower.
Venice is divided into six districts - districts - San Marco is the central one, surrounded on three sides by the Grand Canal. Across the Rialto Bridge is the artisans' quarter of San Polo, and across the Grand Canal to the south is elegant Dorsoduro, with its prestigious art museums and bustling squares. At the outer edges there are Santa Croce, Castello and Cannaregio, home of the Ghetto. In addition to the six districts of the city, you will want to board a vaporetto for its islands: Lido, Murano, Burano and Torcello. A fourth island, San Giorgio Maggiore, is worth visiting for the beautiful views of San Marco and Venice from its church tower.
PIAZZA SAN MARCO AND ITS CHURCH
Piazza San Marco is known as the living room of Venice, the place where everyone gathers, strolls, drinks coffee and meets with friends. Three sides are framed by arches, under which they are located trendy shops and even more trendy cafes. The open end houses the Basilica of San Marco, while the bell tower dominates further on. The Basilica of San Marco is certainly one of the most famous and most photographed churches in the world. Originally it was the Doge's private chapel, decorated with Byzantine art treasures acquired after the fall of Constantinople.
Piazza San Marco is known as the living room of Venice, the place where everyone gathers, strolls, drinks coffee and meets with friends. Three sides are framed by arches, under which they are located trendy shops and even more trendy cafes. The open end houses the Basilica of San Marco, while the bell tower dominates further on. The Basilica of San Marco is certainly one of the most famous and most photographed churches in the world. Originally it was the Doge's private chapel, decorated with Byzantine art treasures acquired after the fall of Constantinople.
THE BRIDGE OF SIGHS
Perhaps the most famous architectural jewel in Venice, the Bridge dei Sospiri is located in the city center near Piazza San Marco. Its name derives from the fact that those who were detained were led from the interrogation rooms to the prison by passing by ferry under that bridge, once the sentence was received.
Perhaps the most famous architectural jewel in Venice, the Bridge dei Sospiri is located in the city center near Piazza San Marco. Its name derives from the fact that those who were detained were led from the interrogation rooms to the prison by passing by ferry under that bridge, once the sentence was received.
ISLANDS OF MURANO AND BURANO
The easiest way to explore these islands is in five hours Guided tour of Murano glass and Burano lace from Venice.
The easiest way to explore these islands is in five hours Guided tour of Murano glass and Burano lace from Venice.
CHURCH OF SAN NICOLÒ AL LIDO
The church of San Nicolò al Lido was the last Venetian landmark seen by sailors and was the place that hosted the banquet before the merchant ships sailed west and where the Doge performed the annual Marriage of the Sea. The Church holds the remains of Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of sailors. The main attraction are the 17th century walnut choir stalls, it features 27 scenes from the life of the saint.
The church of San Nicolò al Lido was the last Venetian landmark seen by sailors and was the place that hosted the banquet before the merchant ships sailed west and where the Doge performed the annual Marriage of the Sea. The Church holds the remains of Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of sailors. The main attraction are the 17th century walnut choir stalls, it features 27 scenes from the life of the saint.
THE GRAND CANAL
Crossing the heart of Venice in a giant inverted S, the Grand Canal is the main boulevard through the city, connecting Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge and the train station. Only four bridges span its 3.8 kilometers in length.
Crossing the heart of Venice in a giant inverted S, the Grand Canal is the main boulevard through the city, connecting Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge and the train station. Only four bridges span its 3.8 kilometers in length.
LIDO BEACH
Lido is a small island in the Venice lagoon that offers sandy beaches and spectacular views over Venice. It is undoubtedly best known for hosting the Venice Film Festival, but it is also the trendiest area of the Venice lagoon, known for its Art Deco architecture, sports resorts and the Oasi degli Alberoni, the protected nature reserve immortalized for its beauty in the poetry of Byron and Goethe. Off the Lido, there is a small island that houses the Armenian Catholic monastery of San Lazzaro, where you can visit a permanent exhibition dedicated to Byron where he spent time on the island studying Armenian.
Lido is a small island in the Venice lagoon that offers sandy beaches and spectacular views over Venice. It is undoubtedly best known for hosting the Venice Film Festival, but it is also the trendiest area of the Venice lagoon, known for its Art Deco architecture, sports resorts and the Oasi degli Alberoni, the protected nature reserve immortalized for its beauty in the poetry of Byron and Goethe. Off the Lido, there is a small island that houses the Armenian Catholic monastery of San Lazzaro, where you can visit a permanent exhibition dedicated to Byron where he spent time on the island studying Armenian.
CLIMB THE CAMPANILE!
For a bird's-eye view of Venice, take the elevator to the top of the Campanile, the tallest building in all of Venice! Completed in 912, it is one of the oldest buildings in Venice. In 1902 a disaster occurred and it collapsed completely, but it was rebuilt trying to remain as faithful as possible to the original, so visitors today can see more or less the same tower that the Venetians saw over 1000 years ago. On clear days. you can even see the mountain range of the Dolomites.
For a bird's-eye view of Venice, take the elevator to the top of the Campanile, the tallest building in all of Venice! Completed in 912, it is one of the oldest buildings in Venice. In 1902 a disaster occurred and it collapsed completely, but it was rebuilt trying to remain as faithful as possible to the original, so visitors today can see more or less the same tower that the Venetians saw over 1000 years ago. On clear days. you can even see the mountain range of the Dolomites.
TIPS
APERITIVO HAPPY HOUR IN VENICE
In San Polo District try one of Venice’s rooftop bars and enjoy the great panorama with the locals! Experience an aperitivo in St. Mark Square in the numerous cafés and restaurants dotted around the edge: the perfect place to relax! In the city center go to Campo Santa Margherita, one of the most lively places of the city. And to finish, walk along Fondamenta Zattere and enjoy a very evocative view of the Canal of Giudecca, while eating an ice-cream.
In San Polo District try one of Venice’s rooftop bars and enjoy the great panorama with the locals! Experience an aperitivo in St. Mark Square in the numerous cafés and restaurants dotted around the edge: the perfect place to relax! In the city center go to Campo Santa Margherita, one of the most lively places of the city. And to finish, walk along Fondamenta Zattere and enjoy a very evocative view of the Canal of Giudecca, while eating an ice-cream.
SHOPPING IN VENICE
Calle Larga XXII Marzo, located a few steps from the hostel, boasts an impressive number of designer boutiques. Calle Larga XXII is a popular spot for luxury shopping in the city. The street is renowned as an elegant Venetian hotspot and features both Italian and international designers boutique. Bulgari, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tod's and Burberry everyone has shops here, which makes it the perfect place to discover the latest ready-to-wear trends. Le Mercerie, in the area between the Rialto Bridge and Piazza San Marco, is an area that has become synonymous with world-class shopping. Those looking to invest in current fashion trends should visit this prestigious area. Stores include Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Swarovski, Gucci and Prada. A few steps from Piazza San Marco is Salizada San Moisè, home to some of the most respected Italian brands such as Miu MIu and Versace, where you can discover some of the best shopping opportunities. With its high concentration of galleries, craft shops and boutiques, the San Samuele area is a great place to look for textiles and crafts.
Calle Larga XXII Marzo, located a few steps from the hostel, boasts an impressive number of designer boutiques. Calle Larga XXII is a popular spot for luxury shopping in the city. The street is renowned as an elegant Venetian hotspot and features both Italian and international designers boutique. Bulgari, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tod's and Burberry everyone has shops here, which makes it the perfect place to discover the latest ready-to-wear trends. Le Mercerie, in the area between the Rialto Bridge and Piazza San Marco, is an area that has become synonymous with world-class shopping. Those looking to invest in current fashion trends should visit this prestigious area. Stores include Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Swarovski, Gucci and Prada. A few steps from Piazza San Marco is Salizada San Moisè, home to some of the most respected Italian brands such as Miu MIu and Versace, where you can discover some of the best shopping opportunities. With its high concentration of galleries, craft shops and boutiques, the San Samuele area is a great place to look for textiles and crafts.
THE CARNIVAL IN VENICE
Every February, the city hosts the traditional Carnival where more than three million people dress up in masks and dance until dawn. What makes this festival different is the fact that it is the Venetians who for a week dress in golden white, or with theatrical clothes, making time shift and making you live in the Renaissance era. It is a spectacular experience!
Every February, the city hosts the traditional Carnival where more than three million people dress up in masks and dance until dawn. What makes this festival different is the fact that it is the Venetians who for a week dress in golden white, or with theatrical clothes, making time shift and making you live in the Renaissance era. It is a spectacular experience!
STREET MARKETS
The Rialto market is particularly known as a fish market, but there is also fresh fruit and vegetables for sale. All locals shop here, from restaurateurs to ordinary people. In the Castello district you will find many markets. If you're on a tight budget, it's worth venturing far from the tourist traps to Castello to save some money.
The Rialto market is particularly known as a fish market, but there is also fresh fruit and vegetables for sale. All locals shop here, from restaurateurs to ordinary people. In the Castello district you will find many markets. If you're on a tight budget, it's worth venturing far from the tourist traps to Castello to save some money.
