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1. Travel Tip:

Find a tiny bridge when you've finished with the big ones.

Apr 24, 2009

When you've had your trip on the Grand Canal, do not be afraid to go off the beaten track in Venice. This dilapidating, inimitable city does not have to be all about St. Mark’s Square, water...

tiginban @ Italy >> Veneto >> Venice >> Grand Canal

2. Travel Tip:

First sight of the Grand Canal from the Scalzi Bridge

Nov 9, 2008

Crossing the Scalzi Bridge was our first sight of the Grand Canal on our arrival to Venice. The Scalzi bridge was also about 500 metres from the Piazza Roma where the Bus Station and car park were...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Venice >> Ponte degli Scalzi

3. Travel Tip:

Best views of the Grand Canal from Rialto Bridge

Nov 9, 2008

We headed towards the famous Rialto Bridge for superb views over the Grand Canal. Despite being one of the most popular bridges in Venice, and one of the only three allowing you to cross the Grand...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Venice >> Ponte di Rialto

4. Travel Tip:

Tranquil quarter and interesting facades

Nov 9, 2008

Ghetto Ebraico di Venezia or Jewish Ghetto is in the old Cannaregio. This area used to be the periphery of Venice in the 1300´s, and where Jews were confined back then. Here you will find a...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Venice >> The Jewish Ghetto

5. Travel Tip:

Colorful streets and canals of Burano

Nov 9, 2008

Burano is called the "Lace Island" as this area had a long tradition in Lace work. There were not many attractions in Burano apart from the Lace Museum. I did not visit the museum and instead...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Burano

6. Travel Tip:

Any possible glass shape at Murano

Nov 9, 2008

Murano was one of the 3 islands in the Venetian Grand Canal. This island is known as the Glass Island for the many factories of Artisan Blown Glass. The boat to Murano cost around €10 and we...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Murano

7. Travel Tip:

Superb views over Piazza di San Marco from the Campanile

Nov 9, 2008

The Bell Tower or "Campanile" can be visited for magnificent overlooking views of Piazza di San Marco, the Grand Canal and the rest of Venice. There was a long queue when we arrived but fortunately...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Venice >> St Mark's Campanile

8. Travel Tip:

Splendid Frescoes and Mosaics at Basilica di San Marco

Nov 9, 2008

The Basilica di San Marco (St Marco´s Basilica) was located right in the heart of the Piazza di San Marco The square had many attractions but having a chance to admire the Basilica from the...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Venice >> St Mark's Basilica

9. Travel Tip:

The most crowded square in Venice ,Piazza San Marco

Nov 8, 2008

Piazza San Marco (St. Mark´s Square) was right at the heart of Venice. The square was filled with lively coffee bars and terraces. The majestic views as one arrived from the water where...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Venice >> Piazza San Marco

10. Travel Tip:

Grand Canal Transport Options

Nov 8, 2008

Gondolas were one of the most picturesque way to travel in Venice, but not necessarily the most convenient or practical. The Gondolas tend to go through smaller side canals as the Grand Canal is...

capie @ Italy >> Veneto >> Venice >> Grand Canal