Venezia, Italy

There’s something extremely romantic and charming about Venice. Imagine strolling down alleyways, eating authentic gelato while window shopping. Whether it’s the Basilica di San Marco located in the heart of the Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge, or the Ponte dei Sospiri, there is so much history to be seen on this magical little island.

There are no cars! The island is very small and relatively easy to get around but you will either be on foot or by boat. The vaporetto (public transporation/water bus) is very easy to navigate. There are no real “roads” in Venice, all just little alleyways (with bridges every few minutes). It’s very picturesque and beautiful!

Venice is one of those cities that’s on everyone’s bucket list, and rightfully so. The famous city on the water has been a popular tourist destination for centuries, and from the looks of it, visitors just keep on coming. The city has even thought about limiting the number of us out-of-towners out of sheer desperation to preserve their city. 

The history of Venice as one of the greatest naval powers of the world is reflected in the intricate details of the palazzo’s, the elegant bridges, and grand churches. Venice is like a beautiful maze where around every corner lies another picturesque square, street, or canal. 

A gondola ride — a must when in Venice! A gondolier in generation will tell you about the city, historical buildings and participate in your photos. 😉

The famous Piazza San Marco (or Saint Mark’s Square) of Venice is located in the San Marco district. The main square dates back to the 12th century.

The Basilica di San Marco with its imposing domes and grandiose decorative elements will impress you both outside and inside.

A crystal heart souvenir from Murano glass.

The Rialto Bridge was built in just 3 years, between 1588 and 1591 and is the true heart of Venice. It has quickly become another extremely popular tourist destination.

At about 3800 meters long, this grand canal splits the city into two sides. In fact, all of the noble palaces were built right on the water and there is no pedestrian access. One of the best ways to see the canal is to take a gondola ride or a water bus.

Venice is definitely a great destination to enjoy on foot—wander around beautiful corridors and across the stunning, historic bridges! From wandering to shopping, eating,  and exploring the historic and cultural sites, there’s something for every type of traveler.