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Area: Venice Show Map
The Grand Canal laps this 14th-century Venice palazzo set in a quiet residential neighbourhood, opposite the Ca … More
Pricing for stays between 08 May - 11 May, 2012
Steve from Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, UK said:
"The hotel has character and authenticity. Once you get your bearings it becomes a a... "
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Ca' Dei Conti is within a 5-minute walk of St. Mark's Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, and vaporetto (water bus) … More
Pricing for stays between 29 May - 01 Jun, 2012
Happy Traveler from Miami, FL, USA said:
"The experience was great. There´s nothing I can think of that could have been improv... "
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Area: Venice Show Map
This hotel is located in Venice (Lido of Venice), close to Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus, Lido Beach, and Venice … More
Pricing for stays between 13 May - 16 May, 2012
Pieter from London said:
"Hotel is ideally located for travel to Venice. Hotel staff incredibly friendly and w... "
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Area: Venice Show Map
This historic family-owned hotel stands directly on the Grand Canal's Riva del Vin, a few steps away from Venice's … More
Pricing for stays between 13 May - 16 May, 2012
B from New York, NY said:
"Staff make you feel welcome and comfortable. Very friendly and create an ambiance to... "
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Area: Venice Show Map
This romantic hotel is located in Venice (Lido of Venice), close to Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus, Lido Beach … More
Pricing for stays between 27 May - 30 May, 2012
A traveller said:
"We stayed in this hotel for one night during our honeymoon. The hotel staff was extr... "
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Tucked away on a side street within a 5-minute walk of the Ca' d'Oro vaporetto stop, Hotel Ca' d'Oro is less than 1 … More
Pricing for stays between 06 May - 09 May, 2012
Andrew & from uk said:
"A proffesional and warm welcome to a well placed hotel with our room overlooking the... "
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Area: Venice Show Map
This residence is located in Venice (San Marco), close to Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo, St. Mark's Basilica, and … More
Pricing for stays between 28 May - 31 May, 2012
A traveller from Alaska said:
"I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The room was huge - a suite, really. It... "
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Area: Venice Show Map
This hotel is located in Venice (Dorsoduro), close to Ca'Rezzonico, Squero di San Trovaso, and Academy Gallery … More
Pricing for stays between 06 May - 09 May, 2012
A traveller said:
"A quirky hotel about 5 mins from the Grand Canal and a vaparetto stop and 25 minutes... "
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Area: Venice Show Map
This hotel is located in Venice (Lido of Venice), close to the beach, Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus, Lido Beach … More
Pricing for stays between 15 May - 18 May, 2012
Woodey from London said:
"Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast with views overlooking the lagoon (wow)!... "
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Area: Venice Show Map
This hotel is located in Venice (Lido of Venice), close to Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus, Lido Beach, and Venice … More
Pricing for stays between 06 May - 09 May, 2012
Becky from New York, NY said:
"I really did like this hotel because it provided quiet and safe room in a decent loc... "
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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.