Guidebook for Venezia
Food Scene
Situated in the heart of Venice, on St. Mark’s Square, this is thought to be the oldest café in Europe and is also a symbol of the city of Venice. Here, you’ll find an enchanting atmosphere, with lights, mirrors, precious woods and decor making each of the stunning rooms feel like a sort of museum, where history lives on.
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Caffè Florian
57 P.za San MarcoSituated in the heart of Venice, on St. Mark’s Square, this is thought to be the oldest café in Europe and is also a symbol of the city of Venice. Here, you’ll find an enchanting atmosphere, with lights, mirrors, precious woods and decor making each of the stunning rooms feel like a sort of museum, where history lives on.
For anyone looking for a Michelin-star experience! This restaurant is situated on the “piano nobile” of the Gran Caffè Quadri and enjoys a stunning view over St. Mark's Square. It offers a modern take on traditional Italian and Venetian dishes, interpreted by the finesse of Max Alajmo. The atmosphere inside the rooms of this restaurant is one of mystery, beauty and poetry.
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Ristorante Quadri
121 P.za San MarcoFor anyone looking for a Michelin-star experience! This restaurant is situated on the “piano nobile” of the Gran Caffè Quadri and enjoys a stunning view over St. Mark's Square. It offers a modern take on traditional Italian and Venetian dishes, interpreted by the finesse of Max Alajmo. The atmosphere inside the rooms of this restaurant is one of mystery, beauty and poetry.
One family's passion for good Venetian food. Only seasonal ingredients from the Venetian lagoon, lovingly chosen by Francesco and Adriano.
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Trattoria Antiche Carampane
1911 Rio Terà de le CarampaneOne family's passion for good Venetian food. Only seasonal ingredients from the Venetian lagoon, lovingly chosen by Francesco and Adriano.
Today, a visit to the Ristorante Antica Sacresita promises an unprecedented experience: you’ll find Venetian tradition in every dish, surrounded by an ancient and ecclesiastical atmosphere.
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Ristorante Antica Sacrestia
4463 Calle de la CoronaToday, a visit to the Ristorante Antica Sacresita promises an unprecedented experience: you’ll find Venetian tradition in every dish, surrounded by an ancient and ecclesiastical atmosphere.
A prestigious and exclusive restaurant, offering high-quality cuisine in elegant and sophisticated surroundings. Over time, its top-class service and interesting menu have consolidated this restaurant’s reputation.
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Da Fiore
2202 Campo S. PoloA prestigious and exclusive restaurant, offering high-quality cuisine in elegant and sophisticated surroundings. Over time, its top-class service and interesting menu have consolidated this restaurant’s reputation.
Sightseeing
Torcello immediately takes visitors back in time. We recommend a tour around the Basilica of Torcello and a visit to “Devil's Bridge” and “Attila's Throne”.
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Torcello
Torcello immediately takes visitors back in time. We recommend a tour around the Basilica of Torcello and a visit to “Devil's Bridge” and “Attila's Throne”.
The wonderful island of Burano is approximately 40 minutes away from Venice and can be reached by “vaporetto” (water boat) inside the lagoon. This island is famous for its fine, handmade lace, its canals, its small shops and its incredibly colourful houses.
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Burano
The wonderful island of Burano is approximately 40 minutes away from Venice and can be reached by “vaporetto” (water boat) inside the lagoon. This island is famous for its fine, handmade lace, its canals, its small shops and its incredibly colourful houses.
The island of Murano is famous for its ancient glassworks and the “Santi Maria e Donato” Basilica. Many shops give you the chance to see the ancient art of glass-blowing in practice.
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Murano
The island of Murano is famous for its ancient glassworks and the “Santi Maria e Donato” Basilica. Many shops give you the chance to see the ancient art of glass-blowing in practice.
Santa Maria della Salute, a basilica just a stone’s throw from St. Mark’s Square, is still not visited by too many tourists, yet this is the perfect place if you want to experience a sense of peace. It is located in one of the city’s most beautiful spots, along the “Punta della Dogana”.
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Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
1 DorsoduroSanta Maria della Salute, a basilica just a stone’s throw from St. Mark’s Square, is still not visited by too many tourists, yet this is the perfect place if you want to experience a sense of peace. It is located in one of the city’s most beautiful spots, along the “Punta della Dogana”.
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Sestiere San PoloPiazza San Marco
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1 P.za San MarcoArts & Culture
This is an exceptional place where over 60 paintings are preserved in their original setting, within a building that has remained practically untouched since its construction
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Scuola Grande di San Rocco
This is an exceptional place where over 60 paintings are preserved in their original setting, within a building that has remained practically untouched since its construction
Following the Grand Canal, heading south, it's easy to reach the Accademia Gallery, a state-run museum displaying the best of Venetian Renaissance painting. This gallery is home to some stunning paintings by Italian artists such as Tiziano, Tintoretto, Bellini and Giorgione.
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Gallerie dell'Accademia
1050 Campo della CaritàFollowing the Grand Canal, heading south, it's easy to reach the Accademia Gallery, a state-run museum displaying the best of Venetian Renaissance painting. This gallery is home to some stunning paintings by Italian artists such as Tiziano, Tintoretto, Bellini and Giorgione.
For lovers of modern art, Venice is home to the most important and extraordinary personal collection of the American collector Peggy Guggenheim. A collection that will leave you dreaming, with its works by famous artists such as Picasso, Mondrian and Brancusi.
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Peggy Guggenheims samling
701-704 DorsoduroFor lovers of modern art, Venice is home to the most important and extraordinary personal collection of the American collector Peggy Guggenheim. A collection that will leave you dreaming, with its works by famous artists such as Picasso, Mondrian and Brancusi.
For opera lovers, Teatro La Fenice is a must-see. Built towards the end of the 18th century, this theatre has hosted countless premières of operas by famous writers such as Rossini and Verdi.
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Teatro La Fenice
1965 Campo S. FantinFor opera lovers, Teatro La Fenice is a must-see. Built towards the end of the 18th century, this theatre has hosted countless premières of operas by famous writers such as Rossini and Verdi.
Shopping
the main shopping area runs from the Rialto Bridge to St. Mark's Square. Shops and boutiques with many prestigious brands such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dolce&Gabbana and many others, just a stone's throw from San Marco Suite 755.
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Merceria Orologio
Merceria Orologiothe main shopping area runs from the Rialto Bridge to St. Mark's Square. Shops and boutiques with many prestigious brands such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dolce&Gabbana and many others, just a stone's throw from San Marco Suite 755.
A luxury shopping centre with over 60 prestigious designer boutiques, including Dior, Valentino, Saint Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Fendi, Michael Kors, Versace and Burberry. Don’t miss the breathtaking, 360° view over Venice from the long terrace on the top floor.
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T Fondaco Dei Tedeschi
Ponte di RialtoA luxury shopping centre with over 60 prestigious designer boutiques, including Dior, Valentino, Saint Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Fendi, Michael Kors, Versace and Burberry. Don’t miss the breathtaking, 360° view over Venice from the long terrace on the top floor.
Essentials
Lavanderia Gabriella
985 S. MarcoFarmacia Della Vecchia e del Cedro Imperiale
Getting Around
Rialto Mercato ACTV Fermata/Stop
San Marco Giardinetti ACTV Fermata/Stop
Riva degli Schiavoni