Top Things to Do in Venice, Italy - Venice Attractions
Things to Do in Venice
Gondola rides on the Canal Grande are a must. On land, there’s no shortage of history and museums—starting with the Basilica de San Marco at the heart of it all.
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- Historical Toursfromper adultHK$1,243
- Historical Toursfromper adultHK$409
- Audio Guidesfromper adult (price varies by group size)HK$264
- Skip the line Ticketsfromper adultHK$255
- fromper adultHK$754
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)HK$2,384
- fromper adultHK$1,703
- Historical Toursfromper adultHK$894
- Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)HK$332
- Food & Drinkfromper adultHK$783
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What travellers are saying
- ZAHHertfordshire36 contributionsWent to Ponte dell'Accademia to view the Grand Canal.
Stunning views from this point, a perfect photo spot.
It’s a little out the way from St Marks Square but definitely worth the walk.Written 15 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Richard AMilton Keynes, UK221 contributionsWorth a visit albeit pricey. Armoury was interesting as was the prison but the rooms were a testament to over inflated egos and attention seeking.Written 15 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Travelseeker1125Minneapolis103 contributionsHighly recommend a visit inside the church when you are visiting Venice. Beautiful architecture and artwork.
Reasonable entry ticket price.Written 17 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ZAHHertfordshire36 contributionsAlways wanted to sit and have a drink in the square, unfortunately work was going on which we totally understand so it was the image I had always thought but still a beautiful square in an iconic location.Written 15 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- deanbpjsEastbourne, UK326 contributionsThis was well worth the visit. It’s actually not that old and there’s not much inside. BUT the view from the top is worth every Euro of the €10 cost.
We got to Piazza San Marco for 8:30 in the morning before the queues and crowds built up. That’s the first tip. Avoid the crush and be there before opening. We waited half an hour to beat the rush and were 3rd in the queue. By the time it opened the queue stretched across the square half way back to the waterfront
So on to the view. If you like views then this is your must-do if visiting Venice. The panorama is stunning
There’s an elevator and you can’t walk up (so that’s good - both from a still being able to breathe point of view; but also from a crowd management at the top perspective). Considering the numbers waiting, the top of the tower wasn’t over crowded and unpleasant
And that’s all there is to it really. Views = amazing (see the pics)!Written 21 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - cherryblossom2014Wellingborough, UK92 contributionsThe Rialto is another must see when visiting Venice, that being said it gets very very crowded so much care is needed and you have to keep ducking so that you are no tin the way of people taking photosWritten 23 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Marko Ž.Maribor, Slovenia5 contributionsI recommend at least a two-day visit to experience Venice in the morning, afternoon and evening. A very safe place with a large crowd of people, but they disappear towards the evening and you can walk alone and feel the Venetian atmosphere.Written 20 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sarah BWhitby, UK8 contributionsAmazing performance and evening
We had a box and it was a great experience, worth every penny
If you are trying to decide then book up earlyWritten 12 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - John PMelbourne, Australia1,192 contributionsNo matter how often one visits Venice there are favourite friends you just have to see and in my book the Frari is one of those! One can enthuse about Titian and Bellini but really to my mind it is the wonderful ensemble, it’s enormous scale, the bricks, the numerous beautiful memorials, that of Canova especially elegant and beautiful in my mind, the sun of all its parts rather than any individual pieces. I do hope I get to come back a further time, it is delightful inside and out!Written 17 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Philip MBristol, UK7 contributionsModernist art is not my cup of tea but i enjoyed this collection.
Some exhibits by artists I had heard of.
Nice setting , clean facilities.
Queued for tickets at the gallery.Written 17 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jinty059Glasgow, UK185 contributionsSpent time in the Scuola on our first day in Venice, exploring the area we were staying. Absolutely fantastic building, so much to look at and admire. Was reasonably quiet at about 11.00 a.m. in March so got to see everything in detail. Get the leaflets to read about the place. The paintings and ceiling are so beautiful, impressive, stunning, amazing and sad. If that is not enough, you have all the remarkable wood carvings and the lamps, oh what lamps. Some really talented people years ago. Climb up the stairs and find even more to look at, including the preserved finger of St. Andrew?? Well worth an hour or so to be completely blown away.Written 13 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elina MichaelidouLondon, UK584 contributionsThe San Giorgio Maggiore church was not very impressive but the views from the top really made up for it. There is a lift that takes you to the top, and the views of Venice are amazing. While walking around the church we could see a few art exhibitions too. In total, we spend around 40 minutes there.Written 9 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Venice
- The top attractions to visit in Venice are: See all attractions in Venice on Tripadvisor
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- The best day trips from Venice according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat
- St Marks, Doges Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride
- A day among the most beautiful mountains in the world, the Dolomites and Lake Braies
- Murano Glass Experience with a Visit to a Burano lace island
- Full-Day Venice Lagoon Tour Murano Burano and Torcello
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