VENICE, ITALY.
VEnice, a city of beauty and romance.
Wonder and get lost in the beautiful city of Venice with the world's most artistic masterpieces starting from the stunning architectures to the secret passageways. Experience a extraordinary, magical journey of history, the great arts and romance whilst on a gondola or the grand canal.
Venice Holiday PackageTour the city of romance, admire the scenic views and wonder around in the passageways leading your adventure.
What's included? - Return economy class airfare to Venice. - 5 nights accommodation at Villa Paradiso - Daily breakfast - 35 minute gondola tour *prices are per person. |
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~In venice~
Gondola |
PALAZZO DUCALE, DOGE'S PALACE. |
Glide silently along these inviting serene waterways of Venice, dominated by soaring and majestic Venetian Palaces you'll be transported back in time to when the main means of transportation for Venetian nobility were these vessels. Explore and experience Venice with an enchanting gondola ride.
Meeting Point/location: Entrance to the Royal Gardens on the water front of St. Marks Square. From St. Marks facing the Basilica turn right and walk towards the open water. At the two giant columns facing the water turn right, and following the line of trees after a 100 metres you will come to the entrance of the Royal Gardens where we will be waiting holding a sign with Venice Gondola Tour written on it. Time: 13:45 to 14:20. Duration: 35 minutes. Price: All ages. Usually €29.00 ($42.42)Special offer- € 22.00 ($32.19) per person. Website: http://tours-italy.com/tour-57/gondola-ride-tour-experience |
An impressive structure composed by layers, the Palazzo Ducale is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. The palace symbolizes the Venice culture and the palace inhabits the wonderful art (paintings by Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese), majestic staircases, the Doge's apartments, the government chambers and the Bridge of Sighs.
Location: San Marco, 1, Venice. Hours: Daily 8:30 - 7:00 (closes 5:30 in winter), last admission one hour before closing. Closed January 1 and December 25. Information: web site; Tel. (0039) 041-2715-911 Admission: €16 ($23.41) for Saint Mark's Square Museums Pass, includes 3 other museums. Reduced price for over age 65, be sure to ask at ticket window. Doge's Palace is also included in the 11-museum pass, good for a longer period. |
MUrano
Murano, a glass island is famous for its glass production. Much similar to Venice with canals and the baroque buildings, however, it is more peaceful and you can experience the life of the local people. With many fine glass artworks admire the beauty and create your own through workshops held in Murano.
Museo del Vetro
The Museo del Vetro displays the history of glass. The palace was originally an ancient residence of a bishop.
Location: in the Palazzo Giustinian around the corner from the Museo water bus stop and near the Basilica of Santa Maria and San Donato.
Fondamenta Giustinian 8, 30121 Murano.
Opening hours: from 10.00 to 16.00 in the winter months and for an hour longer in the summer. It is closed on Wednesdays and major holidays.
Cost: Entrance tickets cost €4,00 ($5.85) (reductions for pensioners and students) or €6,50 for a ticket which usually combines entrance to the Glass Museum and the Lace Museum on Burano.
Website: www.museiciviciveneziani.it
Museo del Vetro
The Museo del Vetro displays the history of glass. The palace was originally an ancient residence of a bishop.
Location: in the Palazzo Giustinian around the corner from the Museo water bus stop and near the Basilica of Santa Maria and San Donato.
Fondamenta Giustinian 8, 30121 Murano.
Opening hours: from 10.00 to 16.00 in the winter months and for an hour longer in the summer. It is closed on Wednesdays and major holidays.
Cost: Entrance tickets cost €4,00 ($5.85) (reductions for pensioners and students) or €6,50 for a ticket which usually combines entrance to the Glass Museum and the Lace Museum on Burano.
Website: www.museiciviciveneziani.it
VENICe ACCOMMODATIONs
BUdget- Guesthouse
Address: Fondamenta della Madonna, Lido loc. Malamocco 30126 Venice.
Info: Villa Paradiso is the ideal accommodation choice for travellers. Found in the setting of Lido, surrounded by peace and quietness. The villa provides comfortable, relaxing designer rooms for tired and weary travellers after a long day of exploration. There are also many activities and places near the villa as well. Cost: From $34 a night. (Breakfast included) Website: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/italy/venice/hotels/villa-paradiso |
MIDRANGE- ALBATROSAddress: Via Dalmazia, 45 Lido di Jesolo.
Info: Albatros (3 star hotel) offers an elegant air-conditioned accommodation stay including a bar and traditional restaurant with a terrace. Free Wi-Fi is provided some rooms consists a breathtaking sea view. A few steps from the pathway, you can see the view of the Adriatic Sea. Albatros is located in the heart of the city, with its lively night life and shops and Venice is a 50-minute drive away. Cost: From $115 a night. Website: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/italy/venice/hotels/albatros |
Top end- Luna Hotel Baglioni - The Leading Hotels of the World
Address: San Marco 1243 Venice
Info: Luna Hotel Baglioni, in San Marco is a 5 star hotel provides stunning interior design with original water colour paintings and phenomenal views across the lagoon. The hotel makes your stay in Venice unforgettable with spacious and elegant designated rooms that makes you feel like you're back in time. All the rooms are air conditioned and supplies other necessities as well as a view of the lagoon. However, the view are only available to some rooms.
Cost: From $500 a night.
Website: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/italy/venice/hotels/luna-hotel-baglioni-the-leading-hotels-of-the-world
Info: Luna Hotel Baglioni, in San Marco is a 5 star hotel provides stunning interior design with original water colour paintings and phenomenal views across the lagoon. The hotel makes your stay in Venice unforgettable with spacious and elegant designated rooms that makes you feel like you're back in time. All the rooms are air conditioned and supplies other necessities as well as a view of the lagoon. However, the view are only available to some rooms.
Cost: From $500 a night.
Website: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/italy/venice/hotels/luna-hotel-baglioni-the-leading-hotels-of-the-world
REstaurants
Budget- OSTERIA ANTICO GIARDINETTO.
Larisa and her husband, Virgilio will make you feel welcomed to their small restaurant located at the back of narrow alley. Experience homemade traditional cuisine like never before in the indoor dining room or outside in the garden. Taste their mouth-watering dishes, especially the seafood and you will have the best dinner experience.
Address: Calle dei Morti, Santa Croce 2253, Venice, 30135, Italy. Phone: 041-5240325 Website: www.anticogiardinetto.it Restaurant Details:
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midrange- ACQUASTANCA.A small restaurant in Murano with great interior decor and fascinating fish sculptures. Feel welcomed to what was originally the Caterina and Giovanna's old bakery. Enjoy the freshly served traditional italian meals and friendly staff and local people.
Address: Fondamenta Manin, 48, Venice, 30141, Italy Phone: 041-3195125 Website: www.acquastanca.it Restaurant Details:
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High-priced- RISTORANTE QUADRI.
Info: With an elegant interior, the Alajmo family has placed their sous-chef in charge. The restaurant is the only legendary dinning restaurant located in Piazza San Marco with one Michelin star. Ristorante Quadri serves creative and contemporary Italian and Venetian classic dishes with great service and live music, enjoy a wonderful dining experience.
Address: Piazza San Marco 121, Venice, 30124, Italy.
Phone: 041-5222105
Website: www.caffequadri.it
Restaurant Details:
Address: Piazza San Marco 121, Venice, 30124, Italy.
Phone: 041-5222105
Website: www.caffequadri.it
Restaurant Details:
- Closed on Monday
- Reservations are essential
Travel adviceGovernment warnings/ advice:
General Annoyances: From roughly October to April, low-lying neighbourhood in Venice historic center may be flooded for several hours due to storm tides. Solutions: Wear rubber boots or inexpensive plastic overshoes. Medical Services/Emergency: Ospedale Civile (041 529 41 11; Campo SS Giovanni e Paolo 6777) This is the main hospital. For emergency treatment, go straight to the pronto soccorso (casualty) section, where you can also get emergency dental treatment. Ospedale Umberto I (041 260 71 11; Via Circonvallazione 50) A modern mainland hospital. Police station (041 270 55 11; Fondamenta di San Lorenzo, Castello 5053) Head here if you have been robbed. There’s a handy branch at Piazza San Marco 67. |