THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Venice
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. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Likely To Sell Outfromper adultC$117
Private and Luxuryfromper adult (price varies by group size)C$80- fromper adultC$306
Cultural Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)C$60
Culinary Toursfromper adultC$141
Private and Luxuryfromper adultC$174
Gondola Cruisesfromper adult (price varies by group size)C$54
Speed Boat Hirefromper adultC$153
Private and Luxuryfromper adultC$39- fromper adultC$68
Speciality Museums
Admission tickets from C$66
Venetian Gothic landmark with a bridge connecting to historical prisons, providing insight into the city's past. Includes a tour with unique access to unseen working rooms and grand architecture.
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Bodies of Water
Majestic waterway that serves as the city's main artery, flanked by historic architecture. Offers picturesque canal views and a chance to witness local transport methods.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Admission tickets from C$32
Gothic cathedral adorned with golden mosaics and historic art, offering views from an outside balcony and up-close looks at ornate murals in its museum.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Admission tickets from C$66
Historic square with stunning architecture, home to significant buildings and a bell tower with panoramic views. Enjoy early morning or evening visits for a peaceful ambiance and photo moments.
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Historic bell tower featuring panoramic views and an iconic golden angel weathervane. Ideal for sunset vistas, with an elevator to the top for cityscape admiration.
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Theatres
Historic opera house with lavish interiors and balcony boxes, providing an intimate view of Italian opera and a glimpse into the venue's storied past through tours and exhibits.
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Bridges
Historic bridge spanning the Grand Canal, adorned with shops and providing panoramic views, ideal for photography and people-watching.
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Neighbourhoods
Tranquil canals and uncrowded alleys define Cannaregio, a neighborhood with authentic dining and shopping. Enjoy canal side walks and visit the historic Jewish Ghetto.
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Historic Sites
Modern art collection in a historic palazzo overlooking the Grand Canal, featuring a sculpture garden and terrace with iconic views; ideal for art enthusiasts.
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Historic Sites
Historical site with grand rooms adorned by Tintoretto's storytelling artwork, detailed ceiling paintings, and intricate wooden carvings, enhanced by an audio guide and mirror use.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Historical basilica in a tranquil neighborhood, home to masterpieces by Italian artists and significant tombs, with a serene atmosphere and impressive architecture.
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What travellers are saying
- Anna BChristchurch, New Zealand593 contributionsI was first in the queue at opening time and got in very quickly and bought a ticket. This place is great. Gorgeous inside and very interesting. Being able to walk through the bridge of sighs and see the prisons was fantastic.Written January 14, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- bill F3 contributionsVery good hotel and excellent location staff was extremely kind to me and my husband as we first approached great job staff will most definitely be returning againWritten December 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mo B101 contributionsBeautiful building and artwork. The only problem is that they are really stringent about not letting you take photographs! and that your bag must be stored somewhere else (but it's free!). Although there was a fairly lengthy queue, it moved really swiftly, even on a chilly, rainy December day.Written December 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KyblawAyia Napa, Cyprus176 contributionsThis is indeed one of the Landmarks of history and world heritage.
The Basilica Church of St Mark and the Palace of the Doges (Dukes) located in such area are a must for a visit and an unforgettable experienceWritten January 18, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ronald RStromness, UK470 contributionsWe went early in the morning and missed he larger queues you see later in the day. We didn't book as we were told there might be little point if the lifts were out of operation. The tower is only accessed by lifts up and down and cost 10 euros each. There was a little queue which quickly moved and we nipped up in the lift to see over Venice.
In the tower top itself it is pretty busy and the security mesh seemed quite tight and not the easiest to take good photos out off, but it can be done with a little care and patience. The views are quite good and it is a pretty clear morning so the islands view was good as well. We thought it was worth doing for the 10 euros as with the lift there is little effort required so you can walk longer along the canal streets and Campos.Written January 19, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jake M44 contributionsAmazing build! Atmosphere is so magical. Very beautiful place! If I'm in Venice again, I'll definitely come here again.Written January 10, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Cloud5Scottish Highlands, UK298 contributionsA must see if you are visiting Venice but be prepared for the crowds on the bridge and surrounding area. keep your belongs close to you as pick pockets target the busy area. The bridge is packed with tourists, in the six days we were in Venice and stayed close to the bridge we never saw it quiet.Written November 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Christian MCopenhagen, Denmark6,232 contributionsWe’re lucky enough to be staying in the heart of the Cannaregio district, and we couldn’t be happier to be in such a calm and beautiful area just a 2-kilometer walk from St. Mark’s Square.
The restaurants and bars are cozier and more affordable—we imagine this must be what experiencing Venice in the old days would have felt like.
Both day and night, the neighborhood is a great place to stay and an excellent photo spot.Written October 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Zane D2 contributionsExcellent collection of art work including Picasso, Dali and Jackson Pollock to name but a few
We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the exhibition including a garden of sculptures and statues
Highly recommendWritten January 12, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ArtsyGalBaltimoreMaryland896 contributionsAfter viewing the large Il Paradiso canvas, I decided to visit the Scoula Grande di San Rocco. There are two floors of Tintoretto's works, ceiling and walls, with room maps for identifying the paintings. For knowledgeable or novice, the scoula offers a fantastic encounter with a Venetian master.Written December 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ksufan88Wichita, KS6,963 contributionsImmediately after we entered this church and paid our admission, there was a stand containing brochures in multiple languages that highlighted the the top 20+ things to see within the church. It was helpful to have it along as we walked around to make sure that we didn’t miss anything. It also gave us the name or artist of each artwork. Several pieces also had signs in both Italian and English with additional information.
