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Venice Countless corridors of thin stone walkways, the canal’s sidewalks, will lead you through the maze-like, magical pink and white marble wonderland that is Venice. Hardly anywhere will you be able to escape from the gentle splashing sound of canals lapping against the walkways, and the sides of lantern-bedecked boats carrying their speechless fare under the breathtaking bridges and impossibly thin, stone towers, everything seeming to float upon the water.
Take as many days as you can to thoroughly explore Venice. Walk endlessly through the narrow passageways and ferry your way out to the islands, rich with white sandy beaches, succulent tomato farms, and ancient, inexplicable abandoned towers. Start out at Piazza San Marco (aka St. Mark’s Square) in “downtown” Venice. A great place to sit on the steps and take in the beautiful throng of Venetian locals and, of course, tourists.
Further into the city, check out the Jewish Ghetto, a comfortingly quiet neighborhood holding the charm of one of Italy’s most ancient Jewish communities. The Ca’ d’Oro is a chic site of architectural grace, and displays wonderful artistic works. Of course, if you’re serious about art in Venice, you’ll make an effort to check out the amazing collection of Tintoretto at the Scuola di San Rocco.
Looking for a place to stay in Venice? While the scruffy backpacker can pile into any youth hostel even during peak season, the seasoned tourist looking for luxury lodging accommodations in the channel city will want to book ahead, or make reservations for a splendid rental apartment in the heart of the city, or a charming waterfront bed and breakfast, in order to fully savor the eloquence of this incredible dream of a city.
Nightlife and live music thrive in Venice – despite the large amount of tourism, many will be surprised to learn that Venice is actually considered, by many Italians, to be one of Northern Italy’s cultural capitals. While the majority of guidebook and package deal vacationers are out sightseeing and going home early to their hotels, savvy travelers like you will be able to successfully explore a robust nightlife scene in Venice. Check out the Bacarro Jazz bar, for instance, one of the best spots for live jazz in Venice. For even more high brow Venetian entertainment, the Teatro La Fenice is a superb destination for most classical and experimental live performances. Book your tickets well in advance, as these are quite popular. |
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