Hello my dear readers,
Have you ever been to Italy? If yes, I guess you did not miss Venice 🙂 and if not yet, remember that Venice is a must see city, at least once in a lifetime!
For me there’s no other city in the world like it!
Visiting Venice is truly an experience in itself: a journey through time and an immersion in the lagoon. This splendid floating city on the water was created on about 120 islands formed between 150 canals and connected by over 400 bridges. Here is hiding a cultural and artistic heritage among the most beautiful in the world: the elegant buildings on the Grand Canal, the delicacy of Palazzo Ducale overlooking the San Marco square, the grandeur of the Basilica and the bell tower of San Marco, but also the small artisan shops and picturesque colorful houses, the tradition of Murano glass and Burano lace, a romantic gondola ride or an aperitif in a cozy bar overlooking the sea.
In visiting Venice, you must first of all take into consideration that you are about to arrive in a city built on water, in which the circulation of cars, motorcycles, bicycles, skates and even scooters is prohibited. Isn’t it this wonderful? To go to work, to school or just for a lunch, Venetians use the water, their main public transport system are ferries and boats. However, they can’t reach every part of the city and the best way to get around in Venice is on foot! Walking is certainly the cheapest, fastest and healthiest way to get around the city, really getting into the local everyday life and discovering the most secret architectural views of Venice… because in Venice it’s also worth getting lost!
Speaking of boats and canals, how can I not tell you about the gondola, the sinuous black boat that runs between the canals? Don’t miss a ride with the gondola, because you will see the city from another perspective, you will slide under the low bridges, you will hear the lapping of the water, you will discover the vocabulary of the rowers and if you are lucky, your gondolier will entertain you with amusing anecdotes and stories from the past. In short it is a fantastic emotion that you can only live it in Venice!
But let’s get to the point: Venice is so beautiful and rich in culture and tourism that choosing what to see and do can be really difficult.
Some things that you must include in your visit list are: Palazzo Ducale, one of the greatest testimonies of the power and wealth achieved by the Serenissima, Basilica di San Marco, San Marco square, visit Murano e Burano islands. Since usually are very crowded, is always better to book your tickets online in advance, so that you can avoid the waiting time and enjoy it.
After daytime visits, if you want to appreciate Piazza San Marco in an even more magical way, I advise you to go back at dawn or late in the evening, when the crowd clears up considerably and the square will appear in all the splendor of the ‘most beautiful living room of Europe ‘, as Napoleon called it.
Venice is a real paradise for photography lovers: art, glimpses of water, buildings and details of everyday life that seems to belong to a distant past are such a source of inspiration, that we often forget about the people around us!
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Venice has plenty of accommodations of any kind, of any price and of any style. Maybe you should avoid the center, crowded streets, lot of tourists, small and expensive rooms. Entire Venice is a historic center and the must-see places are scattered everywhere so you may choose various accommodations even if are not really in the center of the city.
When is the perfect period to visit Venice? Venice is universally recognized as a jewel of architecture, art and engineering, built on foundations subtracted from the water of the lagoon. It is also the city with the highest density of masterpieces per square kilometer, which teems with commercial activities among the narrow streets: crafts, cuisine and music, just to name a few. This particularity that makes it unique in the world, of being “built on water”, does it affect the period of visit by tourists? The truth is that in Venice it is high season all year round, with its peak in Spring, between Easter and June, and between September and October.
The climate of Venice is moderately continental, with cold and wet winters and hot and sultry summers, the presence of the Adriatic Sea influencing the temperatures.
The best months for good weather in Venice are April, May, June, July, August, September and October. On average, the hottest months are July and August, and the coldest months are January and February.
If possible, I suggest to visit during the Venice carnival around end of February, the most famous and well known festival.
The typical Venetian cuisine is closely linked to the sea and navigation. Not only fish-based dishes, but often characterized by the aromas and spices of the Orient where the commercial exchanges of the Serenissima were intense; or again, many dishes rediscovered today arise from the need for food preservation and the prevention of scurvy during long sea voyages.
For several years now, the most popular tips about Venice are those for the bacaro tour. The Venetian aperitif is now universally known and various advices on the Venetian taverns have invaded the web. The bacari, the typical Venetian taverns, are located in every area of the city but the best are located around the Rialto Bridge and in Cannaregio: from stop to stop you will taste delicious ‘cicchetti’ accompanied by a good glass of wine, or the typical spritz, the Venetian aperitif par excellence, a mix of prosecco, aperol or campari and seltzer.
The bacari of Venice, are places similar to a bar where Venetians linger before returning home after work, or the restaurant in which to enjoy a bite during your lunch break, or the cafeteria where you can take the first morning coffee, or the company meeting place, or the place of confidences among friends, in short is the perfect place where to enjoy good food and drink in good company.
A stop or more in bacari will be a must for you while visiting Venice. You have by now understood, these taverns are the favorite place of the Venetians and that perhaps are the places that more represents them.
And whom of you, before returning home, does not think of bringing a piece of this wonderful experience back home? You will surely be interested in those types of products that only here you can find, such as handmade masks, Murano glass or even some typical sweet.
Planning a trip to Italy? Venice will not disappoint you!
Join me next time and discover a very easy but super delicious Venetian recipe: Folpetti alla veneziana or Venetian-style baby octopus.
Thank you all for reading!
I haven’t got to visit Italy but would like to. You’ve just confirmed how beautiful it is 😍
When have the chance, go for it 🙂 Is really a beautiful country with amazing places to see and delicious food to taste 🙂
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Hey Ribanna, Such an eye chilling post. Venice italy, our poets usually make lot of love poems and many love songs from this place. Such a beautiful place. So many songs to see venice in our language. No i havent visited yet. But love to. This place already in my bucket list. Should travel probably in few years I may cover italy. Why not when dear blogger Ribanna make us fell in love with italy. And the food culture looks delicious. We just started to try foreign foods. Will post an update when i try italian foods ☺️. Wonderful post always. Wish you a great Wednesday🤗
Hi Simon, thank you for stopping by! Oh yes, Italy is the inspiration for a lot of poets and artists…is really a wonderful country! If you have the chance go for it! I’m sure you’ll like it! So many beautiful places to see and a lot of delicious foods to try! Every cuisine is different but I’m sure you’ll find a lot of tasty dishes to try 🙂 Most of the “Italian food” that you find outside Italy is not really Italian food, so I suggest to try an authentic restaurant 🙂
Thank you Simon for all your kind words! I do appreciate it a lot! Wish you a wonderful Wednesday too :)🤗
Seen it. Loved it. Haven’t been on a gondola ride though. I guess I need to go back.
You definitely need to go back 🙂 From the gondola you have the chance to see Venice in a different way 🙂 a pretty interesting experience 🙂
I bet. A costly one but worthy.
What a beautiful place! I would love to visit Venice once in my life time.
Thank you Megala! I wish you will visit it, as is really a unique place 🙂
I would love to visit this beautiful place! 😍
Really a unique city 😉 If you have the chance don’t hesitate 😉🌸
Definitely on my bucket list! 😉🌺
GIFs do my head in; otherwise I like the post 🙂
Thank you Derrick! 😉
I have never been, but definitely i will go one day, i have been in Rome and i loved, Venice looks even better❤️
Venice in my opinion is a very unique city, well worth a visit 😉 If you have the chance don’t hesitate 😉💕
Thank you Cicco Lady for stopping by 😉🤗🌸
You are welcome, i love to travel, so this kind of posts are interesting for me🤗🧡💛💚💙
What a beautiful place.Glad u had a lovely time there.
Thank you Meena! It is indeed a beautiful place to visit! I’ve been several times and every time I was amazed 😉
I am with you on the wonders of Venice and the islands. It is well worth several visits.
Thank you 😊Yes, a very unique and beautiful place, well worth to visit 😉
Loved it when I was there.
Thank you! A wonderful place to visit indeed 😉
Excellent write up about Venice and that traditional buildings looks like Europe!😍 I get a feeling to visit there!
Have a wonderful evening Ribana! 💙
Thank you Suni! Oh yes, Venice is very beautiful, full of history and traditions! And that palaces are simply stunning 😉 Don’t hesitate to visit it if you have the chance 😉🤗🌸💕
If I get a chance definitely I will surely be there! 🌸😊💙💕
I love Venice! Great post! 🙂
Thank you very much! I’m glad you like it! Is a unique city 😉
Somehow, I’ve never been drawn to Italy, can’t explain it. Nothing against the country – it is gorgeous, i know 🙂 But reading about Venice made me think i should give it a go 🙂
Italy is a beautiful country and Venice in my opinion is one of that must see places in our lifetime 😉 Is so unique! If you have the chance don’t hesitate to visit it! It is such a wonderful experience! 😉
Very cool indeed.
Thank you 😊
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I’ve been to Italy many times but haven’t seen Venice yet. It’s on my list though! Xx
There’s no other city on earth like Venice! Definitely a must see in my opinion 🙂
You definitely need to visit this magical city of the Canals. You will love it ❤
I would love to visit Italy. It sounds and looks like such a beautiful and romantic place. 💕
It is Michelle! A very romantic and unique city! :)💕 If you have the chance go for it 🙂
It’s a shame but I have never been in Italy. But when I do, I’ll never go back until I experience Venice. How could I after reading and seeing so much about it. Your post just made me more eager to get there. I think Venice is one of the most to-go-to destination of hopeless romantics <3
You are nearby so when you have the chance go for it! I’m pretty sure you’ll like it 🙂 Yes, it is a very romantic and unique city! If can, go during the Carnival in February! It is crowded and I hate crowds, but is so well worth it! Really a unique experience! 🙂 ❤
Oh thanks for the additional tips Ribby! I’ll keep that in mind. I’m not into crowds too but I love carnivals <3
Always a pleasure dear Jess 😉 Yes, I guess carnivals have something magic 😉🤪🤗
Venice is such an incredible city, we love it ❤ try to avoid summer and February (during the Carnival). There is so much to see, you won’t be dissapointed.
Too much crowd? Haha 😀
Thanks you ^_^
Omg yes, especially with massive cruises 🤦♀️Love Venice early in the morning withhout crowds, only locals cleaning the streets ❤
I can imagine the charm of silent. But sometimes I do enjoy lively events. Have a great day 🙂
I was there a couple years back… beautiful
Beautiful indeed 🙂 Thank you for stopping by!
You’re welcome 😇
Venice has always been a dream of mine. Thanks for sharing your experience and your beautiful pictures.
Thank you very much! I’m glad you like it! If you have any chance go for it! Is really an amazing experience!
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Thank you! I’m glad you like it! Interesting blog!
Beautiful images! And the food……….yum!!!
Thank you very much! I’m glad you like it 😉
Lovely article sweetie! The City of Canals is definitely one of our favourite Italian cities. We love coming back, even though is getting more and more crowded. So funny, we published a post about magical Venice a few days ago as well ❤ Safe travels!
Thank you for stopping by! Yes, Venice is really a lovely place to visit! Every time I return there, I feel its magic 🙂 I don’t like crowded places but Venice is lovely even if it’s crowded 🙂 Tourists forever :)❤
« Venice » I believe it’s the dream of every human being to visit the city that was built on water! 😊 and Italy in general 😁
What a great history and information 120 islands formed between 150 canals and connected with more than 400 bridges 👌 sounds magical actually!
Well I will certainly walk and won’t need any car or else if I was in Venice ! Except the gondola ride of course😊 it will be amazing I’m sure and hope I will be lucky when I go 😊 love to hear some stories 😁
I actually tried to go to work and university in water but without a gondole or ferry, just with a flying umbrella 😂😂😂😂 it was some scene!! 😂
« Most beautiful living room of Europe » wow! Napoleon was a wise man 😉
I believe most places are more beautiful less crowded so how come a magical place like Venice ✨✨
I can imagine how cozy and enjoyable are the bacari 🥂😁 and how delicious the cicchetti and the venetian aperitif made from all my favorite drinks 🍷 🍹 😁
So best months to visit are all months 😁 guess I will avoid winter as much as I can even if carnival is in February but I prefer good weather to enjoy 😊
Is that a gun on that table in the restaurant gif 🙄🙄😂
Thank you for making a great post about this great place and pictures and Gifs are also great and entertaining as always 😊
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I wish with all my heart, you’ll soon be able to become a tourist forever and on your way to discover the world, have a stop also in Venice 🙂 Is really a magical place! For me, every time I fly back home, I fly to Venice and when I’m up there reaching Venice, I feel at home already 🙂
With a flying umbrella? Oh my, this is another of that funny stories of yours….tell me, tell me 😂😂😂 flying angel? 😂😂😂
Yes of course, less crowded is better but I guess Venice has its fashion even if it’s crowded, especially during the carnival 🙂
I do remember one time we went for the carnival and was cold and we stopped into a bacari…was small and cozy and filled with delicious food and wines 🙂 perfect Venetian 🙂
All months are good months to visit, no problem 🙂
No, it should be a photography machine 😂😂😂😂😂😂
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It feels like home indeed so I’m sure it’s a great feeling 😊
Oh my, I have many winter stories, me holding an umbrella and trying to reach the place I’m going to in a big pool of water and then the wind blows my umbrella so it becomes a satellite 😂😂😂 and I say WTF I don’t need it and I throw it away and take a full shower 🚿 😂😂😂
I believe each place should be visited in time of their special events even if it’s crowded.., and one can always run and hide in some bacari 😁
Photography machine??? It’s a damn gun 😂😂😂
I enjoy reading your very well done posts that show us the beauty of the world and the tasty food and everything that is positive😊
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Oh my, taking a winter shower, you, that you hate cold 😂😂😂 I guess was not really pleasant 😂😂😂
You know, nowadays you can take pictures with your phone but back then the photography machines were pretty impressive 🙂 and well, maybe some time also with double usage 😂😂😂
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😁 nope not the shower I wish to have hahaha
Yes of course back then it was a piece of art and a very important tool! 🎥
But double usage is always open 😂😂
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Venice just draws me in! I can’t get enough of this place. I always stay at least 2 nights to enjoy the town after the boats and crowds have gone.
Yes, is really unique 😉 I love it too! Every time I go I feel is a different experience! Beautiful 😉