Where Venice locals come back — no tourist-trap prices.
An island in the northern lagoon of Venice, known for its brightly colored houses and lace-making tradition. It is reached by vaporetto in about 45 minutes. Mo…
A peculiar bookstore known for books stored in gondolas, bathtubs, and boats — as protection against the regular flooding (acqua alta) that inundates Venice ev…
An island known for its glassmaking tradition, which was relocated here in 1291 due to the fire hazard it posed in Venice. Visitors can tour workshops where Mu…
A stone bridge completed in 1591 and the most famous crossing over the Grand Canal. Shops line the bridge, while nearby stands the historic Rialto market, know…
The gondola is a traditional means of transport in Venice that has been used for centuries. Today, rides are organized through smaller canals and parts of the …
