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Located in Venice's designer-shopping district, this hotel is 500 meters from Piazza San Marco, the Doge's Palace … More
Pricing for stays between 20 May - 23 May, 2012
A traveller from Glasgow said:
"Fantastic hotel, very comfortable and clean in a great location, highly recommended.... "
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Set in Venice's most fashionable shopping district, this hotel 150 metres west of St Mark's Square features two … More
A traveller from London said:
"My favourite hotel in Venice."
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This historic Venice hotel, dating from the 14th century, is located on Riva degli Shiavoni overlooking the Venice … More
Pricing for stays between 28 May - 31 May, 2012
Carol from Manchester, UK said:
"We took our two girls aged 18 and 11 to Venice for the first time. When we arrived a... "
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Adjacent to Venice's largest gondola station in a basin constructed for the noble Orseolo family's palace, this … More
Pricing for stays between 22 May - 25 May, 2012
A traveller said:
"Perfect hotel...Especially reception staff was very good."
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Housed in a 15th-century Venetian Palazzo, this boutique hotel overlooks Venice's Grand Canal and is situated … More
Pricing for stays between 22 May - 25 May, 2012
Ann from New Orleans said:
"The hotel was so quiet, comfortable and beautiful. A great base during a wonderful s... "
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Located in the heart of Venice, this hotel is within walking distance of Rialto Bridge, St. Mark's Basilica, and St … More
Pricing for stays between 19 May - 22 May, 2012
Larry from Boston said:
"The hotel was perfect. The location was ideal, the service was excellent, the room w... "
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Set at the start of the Grand Canal in Venice, this recently renovated 3-star hotel in a 15th-century building is … More
Pricing for stays between 12 Jun - 15 Jun, 2012
A traveller said:
"We had a very comfortable stay in this superb hotel. The staff are very welcoming an... "
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The Bauer Palladio Hotel & Spa is housed in a magnificent 16th century Renaissance palace in Venice situated on … More
Maggie from Midlands UK said:
"This is a beautiful hotel - a lovely oasis just across the water from busy St Mark's... "
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This hotel is located in Venice (Cannaregio), close to Ca'd'Oro, St. Mark's Basilica, and Rialto Bridge. Also … More
Pricing for stays between 20 May - 23 May, 2012
F.C from London said:
"An excellent hotel, with very friendly and welcoming staff. Katje on reception was p... "
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On the Grand Canal in the Cannaregio district, this Venice hotel is steps from Santa Lucia train station and … More
Pricing for stays between 28 May - 31 May, 2012
bob from london said:
"I found the overall experience very good. Staff helpful but unobtrusive, food substa... "
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Venice is known by a number of nicknames: the city of water, the city of bridges, queen of the Adriatic, and the city of light. This range of names points to the difficulty of trying to capture the intangible quality of this most unique of cities. Indeed, Venice has been performing something of a magic trick for well over a millennia: built on 118 tiny islands, with a marshy lagoon as its base, the city has managed to defy gravity for more than a thousand years.
Classic highlights
Even if you haven't visited Venice, you've probably already seen images of its classic highlights: gondolas on the Grand Canal, the gothic Doge's Palace, and the pigeons on St Marks Square. You can rest assured that the reality of these places is every bit as majestic as the postcard pictures make them out to be.
More than just a series of famous snapshots, however, Venice is a mesmerizing, mysterious city laced with hints of melancholy. Once a major maritime power, Venice continues to survive largely because of the tourist trade, with the number of actual residents dwindling year after year. Ever-increasing flooding wreaks havoc on architecture, while the summer's heat can make the city feel almost swamp-like. Decadent palaces stand next to decaying houses, glorious restoration next to gloomy ruin, making the city nothing short of a floating museum - but in many ways this is also its barrier to modernization.
Mix of contrasts
This profound mix of contrasts makes Venice a fascinating destination. As it struggles to find a balance between preserving the rich cultural heritage on which it depends and carving out an identity as a still-living city in the 21st century, Venice remains one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
The reputations of the signature tourist 'musts' are well-deserved, but the discoveries you make by getting lost in Venice's winding streets and canals are equally rewarding. Exploring your extraordinary surroundings is sure to make you sigh in disbelief. One of Venice's most famous bridges, in fact - just one of over 400 bridges connecting Venice's islands - is called the Bridge of Sighs.
Artists' inspiration
Even the light in Venice is different; the reflection off the water has provided inspiration for many artists. The Accademia Gallery holds several Venetian masterpieces, and you'll notice the play of light in many of its painting. The unusual light is far from being the city's only special quality. Visit during Carnevale and you'll see a glamour you thought no longer existed. Also well worth a visit is Venice Biennale, Europe's classiest international forum for contemporary art.
Cars aren't allowed in Venice, so you'll get to know the city by walking or riding vaporetti (public water buses - an alternative to the more expensive water taxis or gondolas, although it's worth splashing for a romantic evening out). Venice is notoriously crowded (and expensive), but people come for good reason. There is no other city like it in the world - its culture and canals, basilicas and bridges continue to leave visitors marveling. Despite its uncertain future, Venice hasn't lost its magic.
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