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Dorsoduro: The Sestiere Venetians Keep
Dorsoduro: The Sestiere Venetians Keep The neighborhood Venetians claim when arguing Venice is still a living city. Southern edge facing the Giudecca Canal. ...
Off the Radar: Venice Spots Only Locals Know
Every city has its well-known attractions, but the real magic of Venice lies in the places and experiences that don't make it into the guidebooks. After year...
The Lagoon Islands by Vaporetto
The Lagoon Islands by Vaporetto Burano — 40 minutes from Fondamente Nove — is a fishing village where every house is a different color and lace-making still ...
St. Mark's Basilica When the Gold Catches Fire
St. Mark's Basilica When the Gold Catches Fire Not a typical church. The Doge's private chapel, built 1063 to house St. Mark's relics (smuggled from Alexandr...
Upcoming Events in Venice
Here are the top events and happenings in Venice, Italy for the upcoming season. From annual festivals to sports, concerts, and cultural celebrations — mark ...
Harry's Bar Invented the Bellini and Charges Accordingly
Harry's Bar Invented the Bellini and Charges Accordingly Calle Vallaresso 1323. Invented the Bellini — white peach puree and Prosecco — in 1948. Small, white...
Padua and the Frescoes That Started the Renaissance
Padua and the Frescoes That Started the Renaissance 30 minutes by regional train. The Scrovegni Chapel — small, unassuming building containing the most impor...
Venice Dining Guide: Where the Locals Eat
Venice, Italy has a dining scene that reflects the soul of the city. From beloved institutions to exciting new arrivals, here are six restaurants you absolut...
The Doge's Palace: A Thousand Years of Self-Rule
The Doge's Palace: A Thousand Years of Self-Rule Seat of the Venetian Republic for 700+ years. Gothic masterpiece, political monument, and prison — the Bridg...
Top 10 Things To Do in Venice
Whether you're visiting Venice, Italy for the first time or looking for something new to do this weekend, here are our picks for the ten best experiences thi...
Welcome to visitvenice.chat
Welcome to visitvenice.chat — your go-to local guide for everything happening in Venice, Italy! Whether you're a lifelong resident, a recent transplant, or p...
Venice Nightlife Is Cicchetti, Spritz, and Campo Santa Margherita
Venice Nightlife Is Cicchetti, Spritz, and Campo Santa Margherita Venice doesn't do late clubs — the Venetian nightlife pattern is the bàcaro: small wine bar...
Venice Has No Adult Entertainment — Check the Mestre Mainland Instead
Venice Has No Adult Entertainment — Check the Mestre Mainland Instead The island of Venice itself — the historic Centro Storico — has no gentleman's clubs, s...
Venetians Celebrate Festa del Bocolo on April 25
Venetians Celebrate Festa del Bocolo on April 25 The city's sweetest annual ritual arrives on April 25. Festa del Bocolo — the Feast of the Rosebud — is St. ...
Willem Dafoe Directs the 2026 Venice Theatre Biennale "ALTER NATIVE"
Willem Dafoe Directs the 2026 Venice Theatre Biennale "ALTER NATIVE" One of the most beloved character actors in American cinema is also one of Europe's most...
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