Piazza San Marco, the great lagoon, the gondolas along the Grand Canal, the bridge of Sighs, the exciting and highly theatrical carnival, the magnificent architecture, the artistic masterpieces, the delicate lace of Burano, the fabulous Murano glass, the splendidly ornate palazzi, the magic of the calli, all part of the fascinating charm which captivates visitors arriving in the ancient capital of the "Serenissima", as Venice has been called for some time.
A powerful economic force for over eleven hundred years, Venice formed an important bridge between the east and west, becoming a perfect synthesis of the reciprocal traditions, as can be witnessed in the arabesque motifs in the churches, or the Byzantine mosaics which adorn the public, private and ecclesiastical buildings. This is also the city where, alongside dwellings which are centuries old, one finds the modern annex of the Guggenheim museum. Venice, so well known, yet still to be truly discovered.
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5 stars luxury
Ca' Sagredo Venezia (Venezia)
Situated on the banks of the Grand Canal, between the Rialto Bridge and the Ca' d'Oro, hotel Ca' Sagredo sits within...
Gritti Palace Venezia (Venezia)
The Gritti Palace was built in 1525 and originally served as the magnificent residence of Andrea Gritti, the Doge of...
Hotel Cipriani Venezia (Venezia)
Hotel Cipriani is situated in beautiful Venetian gardens occupying the entire eastern point of the Venice's island of...
San Clemente Palace Venezia (Venezia)
The San Clemente Palace is located on Venice's small, 17 acre island of San Clemente, directly across the waters from...
5 stars
Bauer Hotel Venezia (Venezia)
The Bauer Hotel enjoys a marvellous location on Venice's Grand Canal and just a short walk away from St. Mark's...
Hotel Danieli Venezia (Venezia)
The Hotel Danieli, situated on Venice's Grand Canal, occupies a stunning Venetian Gothic 14th century palazzo...
Hotel Dei Dogi Venezia (Venezia)
The Boscolo Hotel dei Dogi is situated in a beautifully peaceful area of Venice's Cannaregio district, in the...
Luna Hotel Baglioni Venezia (Venezia)
Near the Piazza San Marco and moments away from the most important museums and monuments of Venice, the Luna Hotel...
Westin Europa & Regina Venezia (Venezia)
The award winning 5 star Westin Europa Regina hotel is housed in a magnificently restored complex of five historic...
Westin Excelsior Venezia Lido (Venezia)
The Westin Excelsior is situated on Venice's Lido, a thin 12km long strip of sand which constitutes a natural barrier...
4 stars
Ca' Pisani Venezia (Venezia)
The pleasure to feel at home in a "palazzo" original of the end of 16th century, nowadays transformed into a hotel....
Carlton & Grand Canal Venezia (Venezia)
The Hotel Carlton and Grand Canal looks out onto famous Venice's Grand Canal, the romantic stretch of water lined...
Hotel Bellini Venezia (Venezia)
The Boscolo Hotel Bellini is located in the heart of Venice, in a stunningly beautiful 18th century palazzo...
Hotel Giorgione Venezia (Venezia)
The Hotel Giorgione is a charming historic hotel in the heart of Venice, at just five minutes from The Rialto Bridge....
Hotel Rialto Venezia (Venezia)
Hotel Rialto occupies an unbeatable position, overlooking the Grand Canal, in the heart of the historic, artistic,...
Hotel Saturnia History & Charme Venezia (Venezia)
Hotel Saturnia History & Charme is situated in Via XXII Marzo, one of the most important streets of central...
Londra Palace Venezia (Venezia)
As Tchaikowsky looked across the lagoon to the island of San Giorgio, he was inspired to write his fourth symphony....
Palazzo Sant'Angelo Venezia (Venezia)
The Sina Hotels' Palazzo Sant Angelo occupies a superb position on Venice's Grand Canal; situated between the Rialto...
Ruzzini Palace Venezia (Venezia)
Ruzzini Palace Hotel a historic Venetian residence designed with elite clients in mind. Surrounded by an XVIII...
3 stars
Hotel Torino Venezia (Venezia)
The most romantic of vacations in one of the best 3 star hotels of Venice is spent in refined and exclusive rooms of...
Historical Residences
Novecento Boutique Hotel Venezia (Venezia)
The stylish Novecento Boutique Hotel is tucked away in Calle del Dose, off Campo San Maurizio, between St. Mark's...
Sightseeing
Suggested itineraries
Castello: the magic of Venice’s largest district
Bordering San Marco, lies the largest of Venice's districts: that of Castello. This is where to stroll through peaceful streets lined with 17th century edifices, buildings perhaps lacking the...
St Mark’s, the wonder of Venice
For more than fifteen centuries, Piazza S. Marco has been home to some of the world's most stunning works of architecture. It is here, in the smallest district of Venice, that the political and...
Venice: city of art and culture
Not just an "Art City" par excellence, Venice is a place where every form of art is freely expressed. With permanent exhibitions and annual and biannual art reviews, Venice is an immense...
