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Venice : Michelin's recommendations

Venice is a city impossible to describe coldly because beyond some notorious monuments, glamorous landscapes, it is fundamentally a state of mind. It is a city in which one should know how to get lost, from calli to sotoportego, from fondamenta tocampo along endless strolls full of surprises and unexpected experiences. Silence reigns over these passageways which are ignored by the herds of tourists: Venice then starts to disclose its magic and some of its mysteries.

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Tourist attractions Venice : Things to see and do

Saint Mark's Basilica

Piazza S. - Marco I - 30124 Venezia

If the facade of Saint Mark's Basilica is superb, the interior will leave you in awe with its mosaics on golden backgrounds that cover the walls, cupolas, and illuminate this oriental looking basilica! If you want to see them more closely, you will..

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San Marco

Piazza San Marco I - Venezia

The sestiere of San Marco lies in the last meander of the Grand Canal before it spills into the lagoon. It encompasses the so-called golden triangle, the area of Venice most frequented by tourists, demarcated by the Accademia (to the west), the ..

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Piazza San Marco

Piazza S. - Maco I - 30124 Venezia

This extraordinary architectural ensemble is the very embodiment of Venice. Everything here is graceful and beautiful, albeit teeming with pigeons and tourists. This vast trapezoidal space is harmoniously framed by the Procuratie, under the arcades o..

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Hotels Venice

Royal San Marco

San Marco 848 I - 30124 Venice

Looking for an elegant setting for your stay in Venice? Naturally you'd like to be near St. Mark's Square. Royal San Marco is a 3-minute walk from the basilica. Set in one of the finest, ancient buildings of Venice, this charming hotel boasts fine d..

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San Marco Luxury – Torre dell’Orologio Suites

San Marco 202/A (Check-in at San Marco 848) I - 30124 Venice

Prix Prices from : 232 €

Next to Saint Mark's Square and near the Bridge of Sighs, San Marco Luxury – Torre dell’Orologio Suites offers a variety of room types and a quiet setting in the centre of Venice. Rooms and suites feature wood-beam ceilings, wood floors, and marble ..

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Ambassador Tre Rose

Piazza San Marco 905 I - 30124 Venice

Prix Prices from : 161 €

Ambassador Tre Rose is set in the heart of Venice, right next to Saint Mark's Square. It features a roof terrace with a view of the bell tower and free lobby Wi-Fi. Air-conditioned rooms at the Tre Rose come with satellite TV and a minibar. Breakfa..

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Leisure activities Venice

Gondola Serenade with Live Music

Prices from : 36 €

Relax on a romantic gondola ride along the Grand Canal, Venice's largest waterway. Live music will serenade your senses as you wind through secret canals and enjoy the ornate Venetian architecture. This service will only run if there are at least fou..

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Best of Venice Walking Tour and Grand Canal Boat Tour

Prices from : 59 €

Get the best of both worlds in Venice! Enjoy a morning walking tour and discover the history behind the Basilica and Doge's Palace, then relax in the afternoon aboard a canal cruise. Start by walking through St. Mark's Square and the labyrinth of al..

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Venetian Islands Tour

Explore three of Venice's most fascinating islands–Murano, Burano, and Torcello–by boat. This guided tour takes you to Murano's ancient glass-making factories, Burano's centuries-old lace-making houses, and Torcello's Byzantine churches. No trip to ..

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Restaurants Venice

Quadri

piazza San Marco 120 (primo piano) I - 30124 Venezia

Now run by the Alajmo family - renowned restaurant owners from Padua - the Quadri is one of Venice's 'gastronomic monuments'. It is housed in one of the most photographed palazzi in the city and adorned with stucco decor, Murano glass and fine fabric..

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De Pisis

campo San Moisè 1459, San Marco I - 30124 Venezia

Mediterranean flavours and Eastern spices combine to create creative, imaginative dishes in this restaurant. It boasts an exclusive dining room and a magnificent terrace overlooking the Grand Canal. A superb example of the magic of Venice.

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Canova

calle larga dell'Ascensione 1243, San Marco I - 30124 Venezia

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Grand Canal

calle Vallaresso 1332, San Marco I - 30124 Venezia

Venetian-style pasta and beans, bigoli pasta with onions and anchovies, and grilled fish from the Adriatic are just some of the dishes on the menu at this delightful restaurant. It serves traditional, local cuisine alongside fish and seafood speciali..

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Montecarlo

calle dei Specchieri 463, San Marco I - 30124 Venezia

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Bistrot de Venise

calle dei Fabbri 4685, San Marco I - 30124 Venezia

Diners will enjoy the lengthy wine list (available by the glass) and "historical" cuisine at this restaurant in a location known for its atmosphere.

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