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Venice Attractions
Your guide to the essential places to visit in Venice, Italy's floating city.
Things to do in Venice – top Venice must-see attractions
Venice is a city where history floats literally on water, and its landmarks tell the story of a republic that once ruled the seas. From Gothic palaces and gilded basilicas to cutting-edge modern art museums, the architectural range here is seriously impressive. You can marvel at the mosaics inside St. Mark's Basilica, cross the iconic Bridge of Sighs, or cruise the sweeping Grand Canal by vaporetto. Check out this list to find the best places to visit in Venice, Italy, and make every moment count.
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Rialto Bridge
Why visit?
- Iconic Venetian Gothic arch
- Carved stone reliefs
- Views over the Grand Canal
Doge's Palace
Why visit?
- Gothic palatial facade
- Doge's apartments
- Bridge of Sighs connection
St. Mark's Square
Why visit?
- Campanile bell tower
- Winged lion column
- Piazzetta waterfront views
St. Mark's Basilica
Why visit?
- Byzantine gilded mosaics
- Pala d'Oro altarpiece
- Five iconic domed roofs
Bridge of Sighs
Why visit?
- Enclosed white limestone arch
- Carved prisoner reliefs
- Connects palace to prison
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Why visit?
- Picasso and Pollock works
- Grand Canal terrace
- 18th-century palazzo setting
St Mark's Campanile
Why visit?
- Panoramic lagoon views
- 9th-century origins
- Observation platform access
Gallerie dell'Accademia
Why visit?
- Venetian Renaissance masters
- Tintoretto and Titian works
- Grand Canal-side location
Grand Canal
Why visit?
- 2.5-mile waterway route
- Historic palazzo facades
- Vaporetto water bus access
Libreria Acqua Alta
Why visit?
- Bathtub book storage
- Rare vintage titles
- Flood-adapted design