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Venice: A Journey Through Canals and History

Marie-Therese Allmayer-Beck

Marie-Therese Allmayer-Beck

29 Nov 2023

Embark on a 4-day adventure through the enchanting city of Venice. Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and indulge in the rich culture and cuisine of this floating paradise.

Day 1From Gondolas to Bookstores
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$180

Hotel Danieli, Venice

Depart from your stay 🏨

2 - 3 min

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Taverna dei Dogi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$40
1 - 2 min

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Bridge of Sighs
Arched bridge named for sighs of prisoners crossing it en route from the Palazzo Ducale to prison.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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St. Mark's Square
Iconic square & gathering place dating back to the 12th century & dominated by St. Mark's Basilica.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Rialto Bridge
Ornate covered 16th-century stone footbridge crossing the Grand Canal, with shops & restaurants.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Libreria Acqua Alta
Cozy, offbeat bookstore featuring lots of vintage titles along with unique displays & resident cats.
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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La Maison de la Crepe
No time set
Free
6 - 9 min

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6342 a le Tole
Spaghetteria 6342 A Le Tole propone pasta fresca artigianale preparata giornalmente. L’impasto andrà così a creare diverse forme che la spaghetteria impiatterà con cura per voi, abbinandole ai sapori ed ai profumi di una sana cucina moderna. Il locale si trova a Venezia, in Sestiere Castello, 6342.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$60
12 - 17 min

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Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo
Restored 15th-century palace with a spiral staircase, a film location for Orson Welles' Othello.
No time set
$18
10 - 15 min

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Ai Gondolieri
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$62
Day 2Basilicas and Artistic Delights
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$150

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$ 7

Hotel Danieli, Venice

Depart from your stay 🏨

3 - 4 min

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Bar Trattoria San Giacomo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$42
5 - 8 min

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Saint Mark's Basilica
Iconic cathedral with a cavernous gilded interior, myriad mosaics & an on-site museum.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$38
14 - 17 min

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Giardini della Biennale
Relaxed gardens hosting art exhibitions & featuring national pavilions built by famous architects.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$13
4 - 6 min

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Osteria da Pampo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$58
Day 3Coffee, Palaces, and Theatrical Wonders
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$202

Hotel Danieli, Venice

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 6 min

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Caffè Florian (Florian)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$40
3 - 4 min

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Doge's Palace
Ornate Gothic palace buildings hosting exhibitions with duke's rooms, prison & armoury tours.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$64
13 - 20 min

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Ponte dell'Accademia
Photography is popular at this wood-&-metal bridge over the Grand Canal adorned with padlocks.
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
$13
7 - 10 min

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Teatro La Fenice
Opera, ballet & concerts in a renowned 1,000-seat theater, rebuilt after a fire in 1800s style.
12:20 PM - 1:20 PM
$25
2 - 3 min

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La Caravella
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$60
Day 4Culinary Delights and Artistic Masterpieces
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$85

Hotel Danieli, Venice

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 21 min

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Luganegher
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$42
5 - 8 min

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Squero di San Trovaso
Landmark 17th-century boatyard building traditional wooden gondolas in a cabinlike facility.
No time set
$13
6 - 9 min

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Peggy Guggenheim Collection
18th-century waterside palace with a 20th-century art collection & an interior sculpture garden.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$30

Budget breakdown: $623 In total

Activities & Food:$616
Transport:$7