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Venice Travel Information
Nothing can prepare the first time visitor for the unique barrage of
sights, sounds and ...... even smells that invade the senses on arrival
in Venice!
Even the most seasoned traveller cannot tire of the sight of St Mark's
Basilica, the Doge's Palace or the Rialto Bridge.
Venice
Italy
Every tiny canal, enlivened by the passing of the ubiquitous gondola, is
an enchanting discovery in this most romantic of cities.
Everyone should visit Venice at least once in their lifetime!
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Venice Travel and Flight
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Getting There
Various flights from the UK to Marco Polo airport in Venice are
available at discount rates. Flights can be booked online here at Cheap
Online Flights, just click on our 'Cheap Flights' page to the left.
Discount hotel rates in Venice are also available to book online here at Cheap
Online Flights, just visit our 'Hotels
Abroad' page for online availability and secure reservations.
Getting Around
The best way is to explore the city is on foot or by waterbus. Gondolas
are a magical experience that must be tried but tend to be expensive.
Take a Gondola Ride
Must See
St Mark's Square and the Basilica
Rialto Bridge
Bridge of Sighs
Islands of Burano
Murano and Torcello
Palazzo Ca'd Oro
Bridge of Sighs in Venice
Must Do
Go to the top of the Campanile bell tower for a wonderful panorama.
Visit the Doge's Palace.
See the masterpieces housed in Gallerie dell' Accademia.
Shop - the Mercerie is lined with elegant boutiques. For more affordable
shopping, visit the streets around the Rialto Bridge. Venitian
specialities include the world famous hand blown glass and carnival
masks.
To Relax
Soak up the atmosphere of San Marco in one of the square's famous cafes
like Florian's or Harry's Bar. Wonderful orchestras but pricey drinks!
Weather
Daily average temperatures (Approx) 'C
JAN 6 FEB 8 MAR 12
APR 16 MAY 21 JUN
25 JUL 27 AUG 27 SEP 23 OCT
18 NOV 12 DEC 7
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Venice by Cheap
Online Flights
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Venice Highlights
> Venice is unique, a work of art with waterways at streets
> St Mark's Square was described by Napoleon as 'Europe's finest drawing
room'
> The Grand canal is lined with ornate marble palaces, the former homes
of Venetian aristocracy
> Smaller canals offer glimpses of hidden piazzas and silent churches
> The Doges Palace was the secular seat of power with the Bridge of
Sighs connecting it to the 17th century prison
> Wander around the bustling markets close to the Rialto Bridge
> The Lido provides a more peaceful ambience with tree lined avenues and
a 5km beach, only 15 minutes away by waterbus
> Visit the islands of the lagoon, Burano famous for lace and Murano
for glass
Book yourself a city break to Venice with Cheap Online Flights
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