Venice is a city in north-eastern Italy which is actually made up of 118 small islands separated by canals and linked by bridges. It is the world’s only pedestrian city, it is easily walkable and the absence of cars makes it a pleasant experience.

2. WHAT’S THIS ALL ABOUT?
Venice is a city in north-eastern Italy which is actually made up of 118 small islands
separated by canals and linked by bridges. It is the world’s only pedestrian city, it is
easily walkable and the absence of cars makes it a pleasant experience. You’ll be
surprised at how quickly you can explore the Venetian labyrinth with a little bit of know
how.
However if you want to get around more quickly, there are numerous vaporetti and
water taxis to take you up and down the canals.
First time visitors will arrive in Venice with great expectations and the stunning
architecture in the Piazza San Marco. The monuments in the main square draw large
crowds and a top tip is to buy the Museum Pass to access all city-owned museums in
Venice.
Even at peak visitor times, you are never more than a bridge away from secret campi,
gothic palazzo and lively wine bars. No matter what the season, Venice’s churches and
museums offer historical charm aplenty but there is a growing contemporary art scene
also.

3. ATTRACTIONS
We’ve selected our top 5 things to see and do in Venice:
Saint Mark’s Basilica: The most famous of Venice’s churches, Saint Mark’s Basilica is an architectural
wonder. You cannot truly appreciate the beauty until you have witnessed the gold ceilings first hand.
Doge’s Palace: The Gothic Palazzo Ducale was the seat of Venice’s government for seven centuries and
also contains a prison – one which the notorious Casanova escaped from!
Gondola ride: Take a romantic or scenic gondola ride down the canals of Venice to views you can’t get from
anywhere. Book in advance or pay on the day, gondolas can carry from 2 to 6 people.
Teatro La Fenice: The Teatro La Fenic is one of the most renowned landmarks in the history of Italian
theatre. You can visit the theatre itself or, if you want to do something spectacular, watch an opera.
Venetian islands: Explore the three Venice Islands, Murano, Torcello and Burano - famous for their glass-
making and lace –, by boat for a day trip away from the cities hustle and bustle.

4. WEATHER
Venice has a humid subtropical climate with cool winters and very warm summers.
August is the wettest month of the season receiving no more than 85mm of
precipitation.
During the summer months, from June till September, Venice is hot and humid with an
average high temperature at 27°C, while the low temperatures fluctuate between 15-
18°C.
Winter arrives in late October and lasts until February in Venice. Temperature in winter
drops dramatically and the average high stands at 12°C in November. The coldest
month is January which gets an average high of only 5°C. In fact, winter weather
remains chilly for the visitors with the average low of -09 in January.
For up to date weather in Venice visit our partner site World Weather Online.

5. CLOTHING
If you’re visiting Venice in the summer, come pressed for the humidity.
Walking around the city can be very warm so wear loose, cool clothing such
as cottons to remain comfortable during the midday sun. Comfortable
walking shoes are must for exploring the island.
Don’t forget to wear sun screen and sunglasses as protection against the
summer heat.
If you are planning on visiting any religious sights, particularly Saint Mark’s
Basilica, you will not be allowed entry if your shoulders are not covered and
your shorts/skirt is too short.
If you visit during the winter remember to bring a warm coat and other winter
essentials to protect against the cold.

6. IDEAL FOR…?
Venice is an ideal destination for a short break or part of a larger
tour of Italy as it is a very concentrated city.
It is a lovely place for couples on a romantic holiday to enjoy but
is also highly favoured by large tour groups, so Venice can be as
intimate or lively as you want it to be.

7. WHAT NOW?
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