You dream to go visit the beautiful city of Venice during your next holiday in Italy? This article is made for you ! We have in fact put together a small summary of the 7 best places in Venice to be sure you do not miss any important site or monument of the city during your stay!
St.Mark's Basilica
St.Mark's Basilica
St. Mark's Basilica is the largest basilica in Venice. It is located on the Piazza San Marco, in the district of San Marco. The architecture of the basilica follows the model of Byzantine buildings. Inside, the mosaics on gold earned to church nicknamed it the "Golden Basilica".
The Doge's Palace
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Located on St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace is a Venetian palace whose architecture is a mix of Byzantine and Gothic art. It now houses a museum that exhibits including works by Veronese and Tintoretto.
The Ca 'Rezzonico
The Ca 'Rezzonico Museum is located in a Venetian palace on the Grand Canal. It is dedicated to 18th century Venetian. It features including extensive collections of 18th century painters. You can see the collections of antique furniture, and a Venetian glass collection.
The Fenice
The Fenice is one of the finest and most prestigious Italian operas. Why not take a break at the opera during your stay?
Burano is an island north of Venice. It is famous for its canals lined with colorful houses and lace. As for the island of Torcello, it is also located north of Venice. The first inhabitants of the lagoon were first settled on the island, making it the most populated island in the 10th century. It will eventually abandoned because of the spread of malaria. We can still admire the Devil's Bridge, the mosaics of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the Church of Santa Fosca Church.
The Punta della Dogana
The Punta della Dogana, or Customs Pointe is an art museum located in the former customs. The museum houses the collection of François Pinault today.
Palace Ca'd'oro
The Ca'd'oro, or Golden House, is a Venetian palace built in the 15th century. The building remained unfinished and left wing missing explains the asymmetry of the facade. The palace now houses the Tuscan and Flemish paintings, and the Giorgio Franchetti Gallery.
