Venice
Italy
A city on 118 islands, with no cars and no equivalent anywhere.
Recommended· Level 1
About Venice
Venice is best experienced early and late, when the day-trippers have gone. Stay overnight, get lost in Cannaregio and Dorsoduro, and take the vaporetto down the Grand Canal at dusk.
Why go
St Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and Murano and Burano in the lagoon.
Top attractions in Venice
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Where to stay
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Suggested itinerary
- Day 1
San Marco
Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto.
- Day 2
Lagoon
Murano and Burano by vaporetto.
Good with family
- Gondola rides
- Murano glass demonstrations
- Doge's Palace secret itineraries
Travel tips
- A day-visitor access fee applies on peak dates — check before travel
- Stay overnight to see the city without day-trip crowds
- Vaporetto passes beat single tickets
Safety in Venice
Recommended· Level 1
Very safe. Crowds and an access fee on peak days are the main practical issues.
Official U.S. advisoryReviewed 2026-08-07