Venice Travel

Places to Visit in Venice

Getting excited about your trip to Venice? Want some suggestions about what to do and see while you're there? That's where we can help!

If you're visiting Venice, an excursion to Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Basilica is almost mandatory. These famous attractions have played an integral part in putting this place on the map, and they're guaranteed to bowl you over!

You're going to be surrounded by noteworthy things to see and do, like Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Square. If you'd really like to get the most out of your stay, be sure to check out Doge's Palace and St Mark's Campanile.

Try to imagine the terrific tales hiding within the walls of Ca' Rezzonico as you gaze up at its magnificent facade. There's a fabulous range of things to keep you busy in this destination. Love all things art? Lay your eyes on some thought-provoking works and try to figure out the meaning behind them at Peggy Guggenheim Museum. Still have some time to spare? If you’re looking for some spiritual enlightenment on your getaway, visit Basilica of St Mary of Health. Who knows, you might even find the answers to a couple of life's biggest questions!

Popular Activities for your Venice Vacation

Traveling isn't just about famous destinations and swish hotels. It's about the experiences you live and the incredible memories you collect along the way!

Kick off your trip to Venice by trying one or two of these activities:

• Venice Sightseeing Walking Tour with a Local Guide
• The Ultimate Aperitivo Wine & Bites Private Tour in Venice
• Combo Tour: Fabulous Venice & the Best of Venice in One Day
• Jewish Ghetto and Cannaregio Food Tour with Dinner in Venice
• Fishing Boat Trip with a Local Fisherman
• Combo tour: Doge's Palace,Golden Basilica & Grand Canal tour

For a comprehensive guide to activities, jump onto our Venice things to do page.

Venice Accommodations

Finish up your day of fun adventures with a comfy bed and a soft pillow. Peruse the 725 accommodations in Venice on offer via Expedia and pick one for your cheap vacation or luxury getaway.

Room service, king-size beds and top-notch furnishings are just a few of the things you can expect upon your arrival at The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice (Campo Santa Maria Del Giglio O Zobenigo) and the Bauer Il Palazzo (Sestiere Di San Marco 1413 D). Book now for a taste of the good life! Alternatively, the Ca' Lucatello TownHouse (San Marco 3488) and the Ca Maria Adele (Dorsoduro 111) are two accommodations worth checking out if you're a bit more budget conscious.

While you're exploring Venice, you mustn't skip Rialto Bridge. The Baglioni Hotel Luna is about 0.3 miles (0.5 km) away, and the PalazzinaG is 0.5 miles (0.8 km) away.

Nearest Airports to Venice

Nothing comes close to hitting the tarmac at Marco Polo Airport (VCE) after a long, cramped flight. Once you've claimed your baggage and done a few stretches to get your legs moving again, you'll find yourself just 5 miles (8 km) of Venice's bustling main streets.

*Savings based on all vacation package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Expedia.com from January through December 2017, as compared to price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages. For Free Flight or 100% Off Flight deals, package savings is greater than or equal to the current cost of one component, when both are priced separately.