I'm going to Venice...any sights I should make sure to see?

Question

Sorry...Venice, Italy

Answer 1

I just got back from there and had a great time. Venice is the kind of city I try to get lost in and find my way out. There are so many little places tucked into out of the way places. Do St. Marks and the Doge's Palace. I couldn't find a glass blower demo in the main part of the city. They said you had to be part of a group. I did talk my way in and the demo was fun to watch....lasts about 2 minutes. But then it turned into an extended sales pitch. You can take a water bus to Murano to see more glass blowing if you want. I would suggest making an effort to go to Burano....the next stop on the North Lagoon line. It is a fishing village known for lace making. (I'm not into lace) But what makes this place so wonderful are the brightly painted houses. Most have window flower boxes and shutters and it is just visually beautiful. I could have spent an entire day there just taking pictures of houses. If I go back I probably will spend at least 1/2 day there. (It will take about 1 1/2 hours by water bus--one way) OH...and if you really want to see a leaning tower Burano's is defying gravity to the extreme at this moment.

Answer 2

Venice Italy is expensive. It is on an island and everything has to be imported. In 1985 it cost $7.00 for a hamburger, coke and fries, at a Wendys.

The square of Marco Polo is the major town square and the best sight to see (but watch out for the pigeons, they are everywhere and poop on everyone). As you enter the plaza you will see a famous church on your right (where the bones of Saint Mark are buried, there also so great golden statues of the 4 horsemen over the entrance), behind that is the palace of Marco Polo. Ahead of you is a famous clock with little figurines that come out on the hourly chime. You can climb a bell tower to see the entire city. Napoleon called it his "Living Room," it was also featured in a James Bond movie (the one with the Moonraker Shuttle, and where Rodger Moore drives across the plaza in a hovercraft gondola).

There is a major bridge over the main canal with shops on it that you should see. You can get around the town on foot pretty easily, but a ride in a gondola is a must, ask the riverboat man about the competition to get the job and the race they have to win.

You should also see a glass blowing factory. Watch out for their prices though they can be high, and you might find a better buy in one of the many shops.

The city is also sinking so you may never see some of the sights again. On a canal ride look at the houses and see where the docks and doorsteps are getting closer, or even under water.

I came into the city on a long and depressing bus ride. You could see lagoon around the city is all covered in moss, and it sinks. You should bring a strong perfume to put under your nose; the smell can be pretty bad, especially in summer.

Answer 3

Pay the $50 or whatever the price for the Gondola tour. You will never regret the money spent. See the glass blowers and bring money to buy a piece. Venice is slowly being enveloped by the water that makes it so unique. Don't take the chance that you will get the opportunity to return and see and do and buy the things that you might be convinced to pass up.

Answer 4

i worked in venice for a year as a photographer..i live about 30 miles from it and the must see there are:

Saint Mark Square and the Basilica

The Dogal Palace (take a complete guided tour) "Palazzo Ducale"

Rialto bridge

The Grand Canal

Thebridge of Sighs

These are the "do not miss them" but i could go on for the night telling you things to do. Be aware of the high prices there...wear very super-confortable shoes for you'll be doing a lot of walking.
if you can avoid sleeping in the city it will be cheaper to live in a town called Treviso which is just half-an hour away by train..but will save you on the prices of eating and lodging...

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Answer 5

The basillica is absolutely beautiful. It's filled with gold mosaics from the byzantine era.

Gondola rides are 100 euro... be sure to buy a venetian mask and venice is famous for it's hand blown glass.

Answer 6

Venice Florida, beautiful area, right off the Gulf of Mexico. Quaint village, shops, etc.

Answer 7

go to the rialto brigde and see all the little markets..its so cute and also make sure you go to the top of the tower in saint marks square, you can see all of venice from there and its only like six euro its really cool

Answer 8

don't miss out any single corner! You will love it Venice! Enjoy yourself!

Answer 9

cool! thx alot 4 answering my ? venice sounds really cool.

Answer 10

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