Discover historic Venice and mesmerising lagoon vistas. Stay at Belmond Hotel Cipriani and enjoy 270-degree views out across the water, spanning the Doge’s Palace to the church of St Giorgio and the islands beyond. As one of the most celebrated luxury hotels in Venice, every inch of this iconic hideaway is guaranteed to enchant. Exquisite antiques and local artifacts whisk you back in time, while Michelin-starred gastronomy, charming staff and the only Olympic-sized swimming pool in the city offer modern sophistication.

Let's get one thing straight; Venice is touristy. Yes, Venice is also beautiful, decadent, fantastically gastronomic and all sorts of romantic, but it's not the place for a city breakers looking for that undiscovered neighbourhood full of fancy coffee shops. That said, Venice is touristy for a reason. It's a city built on canals for goodness sake. So, if you haven't been yet, it's time to rectify that. Because once you get past the selfie sticks and groups of school children, it's a fascinating city that has as much culture as water. Oh and the food offerings and Aperol spritzes? Yeah, you're going to want to get on them too. Read More: https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/cheap-venice-things-to-do

Venice is on almost everyone's travel bucket list, but there are a ton of hidden spots that not many travelers know about! Here are the best secret spots in Venice every insider should explore.