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Venice: A Journey Through Canals and Culture

Nour Alhadi Mahmoud

24 Nov 2023

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Embark on a captivating 8-day adventure through the enchanting city of Venice. Discover the vibrant colors of Burano, marvel at the iconic Rialto Bridge, and indulge in delectable treats at Rosa Salva. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Venetian Arsenal and admire the stunning Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute. Uncover hidden gems like the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and savor the authentic flavors of Gelateria Paolin. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the floating city of Venice!

Trip to Venice

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Exploring the Vibrant Hues of Burano

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$51

Burano

Colorful houses dot this lively fishing island with seafood restaurants, a lace museum & bell tower.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$9

Rialto Bridge

Ornate covered 16th-century stone footbridge crossing the Grand Canal, with shops & restaurants.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Amo

AMO’s unbreakable bond with the city of Venice is reflected in the restaurant menu, definded by chef Max Alajmo as colorful, light, and festive. The menu offers raw vegetable, fish and meat dishes, as well as three types of pizza (baked, steamed, fried), and other Alajmo classics.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

1 - 2 min

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S.Bartolomeo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 2Unveiling the Artistic Treasures of Murano

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$44

Glass Museum (Murano)

Museum exploring the history & craft of Venetian glassmaking, from the 15th century to the present.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$8

Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo

Vast, art-filled Gothic edifice, burial place of 25 doges, with a ceiling decorated by Veronese.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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Rosa Salva

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

2 - 3 min

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MarMi's Cafè

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 3Immerse in the World of Biennale and Venetian Architecture

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$71

Giardini della Biennale

Relaxed gardens hosting art exhibitions & featuring national pavilions built by famous architects.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$6

14 - 21 min

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Venetian Arsenal

Byzantine shipyard founded in 1104, today used for cultural events, exhibitions & trade fairs.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

16 - 24 min

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Church of San Giorgio Maggiore

Set on an island, an art-filled, bright white church by Palladio giving Venice views from its tower.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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$6

21 - 32 min

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Punta della Dogana - Pinault Collection

Art museum, in a triangular former customs house, exhibiting international contemporary artworks.

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

20 - 30 min

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Al Calice

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$23

4 - 6 min

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Caffè Florian (Florian)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 4Discovering the Majestic Basilicas of Venice

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$83

Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute

Spectacular domed baroque church with unique octagonal design & sacristy housing 12 works by Titian.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

19 - 28 min

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Saint Mark's Basilica

Iconic cathedral with a cavernous gilded interior, myriad mosaics & an on-site museum.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

3 - 4 min

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Enoteca Osteria ai Specchieri

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

1 - 2 min

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Bar Al Campanile

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$27

Day 5Unraveling the Secrets of Doge's Palace

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$55

Doge's Palace

Ornate Gothic palace buildings hosting exhibitions with duke's rooms, prison & armoury tours.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$32

3 - 4 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.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Gran Caffè Quadri

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

1 - 2 min

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Caffè Lavena SRL

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 6A Cultural Journey through Art and Architecture

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$68

Caffè Florian

Neo-Baroque splendor & modern art at an iconic 1700s cafe, turning out coffee, cocktails & snacks.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$6

15 - 22 min

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Peggy Guggenheim Collection

18th-century waterside palace with a 20th-century art collection & an interior sculpture garden.

9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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$15

3 - 4 min

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Ponte dell'Accademia

Photography is popular at this wood-&-metal bridge over the Grand Canal adorned with padlocks.

11:15 AM - 11:35 AM

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$6

4 - 5 min

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Bar alla Toletta

Il Bar Pasticceria Toletta si trova in zona Ponte dell'Accademia, sestiere Dorsoduro a Venezia. Il locale è famoso per la focaccia veneziana. L'ottima produzione propria della pasticceria spazia, inoltre, in pasticceria dolce, brioches artigianali, biscotti e panettoni.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Corner Pub

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

Day 7Delving into Venetian History and Artistic Delights

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$59

Basilica S.Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

Imposing Gothic-style church completed in 1330s, housing 2 works by Titian along with his tomb.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

10 - 15 min

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Gallerie dell'Accademia

Museum of 13th- to 18th-century Venetian artwork, with paintings by Titian, Canaletto & Tiepolo.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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Corner Pub

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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Museum Cafe in Peggy Guggenheim Collection

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$19

Day 8Farewell to Venice with a Taste of Spritz and Gelato

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$54

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$ 2

Ponte delle Guglie

Historic footbridge across Cannaregio Canal, with a carved balustrade & decorative gargoyles.

8:00 AM - 8:20 AM

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$6

20 - 24 min

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Grassi Palace

Classical 17th-century palace with contemporary art based on the collection of François Pinault.

8:50 AM - 9:50 AM

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$9

4 - 6 min

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Gelateria Paolin

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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Bar Spritz

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Budget breakdown: $485 In total

Activities & Food:$483

Transport:$2