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A Day in Venice: Exploring the Gems of the Floating City

Karina Das Neves

Karina Das Neves

1 Oct 2023

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Venice's iconic landmarks, from the majestic St. Mark's Basilica to the enchanting Rialto Bridge. Discover the hidden treasures of this floating city on a memorable one-day itinerary.

Trip to Venice

Day 1
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$282

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$ 10

Mestre

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Mestre
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Ponte dell'Accademia
Photography is popular at this wood-&-metal bridge over the Grand Canal adorned with padlocks.
8:00 AM - 8:20 AM
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$19
5 - 8 min

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Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo
Restored 15th-century palace with a spiral staircase, a film location for Orson Welles' Othello.
8:50 AM - 9:35 AM
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$26
2 - 3 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.
10:05 AM - 11:05 AM
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$38
2 - 3 min

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Saint Mark's Basilica
Iconic cathedral with a cavernous gilded interior, myriad mosaics & an on-site museum.
11:35 AM - 1:05 PM
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$56
3 - 4 min

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Doge's Palace
Ornate Gothic palace buildings hosting exhibitions with duke's rooms, prison & armoury tours.
1:35 PM - 3:35 PM
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$56
6 - 9 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.
4:05 PM - 4:25 PM
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$30
7 - 10 min

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Libreria Acqua Alta
Cozy, offbeat bookstore featuring lots of vintage titles along with unique displays & resident cats.
4:55 PM - 5:40 PM
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$19
Rialto Bridge
Ornate covered 16th-century stone footbridge crossing the Grand Canal, with shops & restaurants.
6:10 PM - 6:40 PM
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$38
Mestre
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $292 In total

Activities & Food:$282
Transport:$10