Venice, Italy

Places to visit
What to do with children in tow

A gondola ride would a very enjoyable experience for a child or adult. This might be a little expensive so one should consider the convenient and less expensive option which is a ride on the no. 1 vaporetto. Both rides offer entirely different experiences.  The gondola takes you on a journey where one gets to see some unique buildings like view Marco Polo's house. On the other hand, the vaporetto provides a practical yet beautiful ride down the Grand Canal. One can find here boats of various kinds and services like the ambulance boat, the garbage boat, the firefighters' boat, the funeral bo...

Arsenale
Biennale d'Arte
Burano
Ca' d'Oro
Ca' Pesaro
Ca' Rezzonico (Museo del '700 Veneziano; Museum of 18th-Century Venice)
Campanile di San Marco (Bell Tower)
Campo San Polo
Campo Santo Stefano
Gesuati
Museo Correr
Ponte dei Sospiri or the Bridge of Sighs
San Giorgio Maggiore
Santi Giovanni e Paolo
Torre dell'Orologio
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Hotels
3749 Ponte Chiodo

3749 Ponte Chiodo is the name of the bridge one has to cross to get to this family-owned B&B. This is how it got its name. It is located near the Ca' d'Oro vaporetto, which is very convenient for comm...

Acca Hotel

This newly constructed hotel has 8 rooms and 1 suite. The rooms are cheerful and comfortable, providing guests a safe, refrigerator and Wi Fi system. The staff is attentive but they leave in the eveni...

Art Academy

This small but beautiful B&B is located in the centre of Venice, next to the Accademia Galleria, where one can admire masterpieces by famous Venetian artists such as Tintoretto, Giorgione, Guadi and C...

Bauer Il Palazzo

Situated in a busy area of the city, the Il Palazzo is an extremely luxurious hotel. The management is excellent at pampering the guests and making them feel comfortable. The hotel is grand in its déc...

Ca' Angeli

This elegant and expensive B&B is located on the third and top floors of a palace that stands on the banks of the Grand Canal. It was formerly the residence of an architect and has been converted. It ...

Ca' dei Dogi

Owners Stefano and Susanna have turned a 15th century palace into a delightful little hotel located in a peaceful courtyard away from the noise of the city. The owners have personally decorated the ro...

Ca' Formenta

Located in a residential part of the city, this 15th century hotel offers high-quality services and a canal-side entrance for guests arriving by water taxi. The front rooms boast a splendid view of th...

Ca' San Marcuola

This warm and inviting family-owned hotel is located in a busy commercial area surrounded by shops, popular bars and trattorias (informal restaurants). The hotel’s 12 rooms have comfortable furnishing...

Casa Rezzonico

This popular hotel, the result of the hard work of owners Matteo and Mattia, has a canal running next to its entrance and a private garden, where usually breakfast is served. The six rooms are not uni...

Foresteria Valdese (Palazzo Cavagnis)

This 16th century palace converted into a hotel is a little worn out but retains its beauty and elegance. The various types of accommodations available here are simple yet charming. This palace also o...

Hotel Ai Tolentini

This hotel is very centrally located. It is very near the Piazzale Roma and the Venice Santa Lucia Train Station, the main entrance to the city, making it convenient for visitors to discover all the t...

Hotel Antico Doge

Decorated in impeccable Venetian style, this former home of Doge Marino Falier, has walls covered with beautiful textiles and elegant furnishings. Some rooms have beautiful views of the city and bald...

Hotel do Pozzi

Located close to St. Mark's Square is a quaint hotel, where guest are served breakfast on the terrace in warm weather. The hotel’s 30 rooms were refurbished in 1998 and decorated in modern furnishings...

Hotel Locanda Salieri

This charming hotel which was completely refurbished in 2004 is located in a historic part of Venice, just a few minutes away from Piazzale Roma. The management is very warm and helpful. The hotel pro...

Hotel San Geremia

This is very popular hotel. The rooms are tastefully decorated and offer very pleasant views of the city, some have small terraces. Some rooms have been paneled with blond-wood with built-in headboard...

La Calcina

The La Calcina is located along the Zattere. Some of the 27 rooms and 5 suites offer panoramic views of the extensive Giudecca Canal. Guests can make use of the hotels altanas or wooden terraces to su...

Pensione Accademia Villa Maravege 

This aristocratic villa once housed the Russian embassy and the late Katharine Hepburn shot for her film Summertime here. It is also called the ‘Villa of Wonder’ because of the spectacular garden with...

Santa Maria della Pietà

This simple hotel is very spacious and cheerful because of its huge windows. It was initiated 10 years ago on the upper floors of two historic palaces. The palaces’ terrazzo floors have been restored,...

Bauer Il Palazzo

Situated in a busy area of the city, the Il Palazzo is an extremely luxurious hotel. The management is excellent at pampering the guests and making them feel comfortable. The hotel is grand in its déc...

Ca' Angeli

This elegant and expensive B&B is located on the third and top floors of a palace that stands on the banks of the Grand Canal. It was formerly the residence of an architect and has been converted. It ...

Ca' Formenta

Located in a residential part of the city, this 15th century hotel offers high-quality services and a canal-side entrance for guests arriving by water taxi. The front rooms boast a splendid view of th...

Hotel Antico Doge

Decorated in impeccable Venetian style, this former home of Doge Marino Falier, has walls covered with beautiful textiles and elegant furnishings. Some rooms have beautiful views of the city and bald...

La Calcina

The La Calcina is located along the Zattere. Some of the 27 rooms and 5 suites offer panoramic views of the extensive Giudecca Canal. Guests can make use of the hotels altanas or wooden terraces to su...

Pensione Accademia Villa Maravege 

This aristocratic villa once housed the Russian embassy and the late Katharine Hepburn shot for her film Summertime here. It is also called the ‘Villa of Wonder’ because of the spectacular garden with...

3749 Ponte Chiodo

3749 Ponte Chiodo is the name of the bridge one has to cross to get to this family-owned B&B. This is how it got its name. It is located near the Ca' d'Oro vaporetto, which is very convenient for comm...

Acca Hotel

This newly constructed hotel has 8 rooms and 1 suite. The rooms are cheerful and comfortable, providing guests a safe, refrigerator and Wi Fi system. The staff is attentive but they leave in the eveni...

Ca' dei Dogi

Owners Stefano and Susanna have turned a 15th century palace into a delightful little hotel located in a peaceful courtyard away from the noise of the city. The owners have personally decorated the ro...

Casa Rezzonico

This popular hotel, the result of the hard work of owners Matteo and Mattia, has a canal running next to its entrance and a private garden, where usually breakfast is served. The six rooms are not uni...

Santa Maria della Pietà

This simple hotel is very spacious and cheerful because of its huge windows. It was initiated 10 years ago on the upper floors of two historic palaces. The palaces’ terrazzo floors have been restored,...

Art Academy

This small but beautiful B&B is located in the centre of Venice, next to the Accademia Galleria, where one can admire masterpieces by famous Venetian artists such as Tintoretto, Giorgione, Guadi and C...

Ca' San Marcuola

This warm and inviting family-owned hotel is located in a busy commercial area surrounded by shops, popular bars and trattorias (informal restaurants). The hotel’s 12 rooms have comfortable furnishing...

Foresteria Valdese (Palazzo Cavagnis)

This 16th century palace converted into a hotel is a little worn out but retains its beauty and elegance. The various types of accommodations available here are simple yet charming. This palace also o...

Hotel Ai Tolentini

This hotel is very centrally located. It is very near the Piazzale Roma and the Venice Santa Lucia Train Station, the main entrance to the city, making it convenient for visitors to discover all the t...

Hotel do Pozzi

Located close to St. Mark's Square is a quaint hotel, where guest are served breakfast on the terrace in warm weather. The hotel’s 30 rooms were refurbished in 1998 and decorated in modern furnishings...

Hotel Locanda Salieri

This charming hotel which was completely refurbished in 2004 is located in a historic part of Venice, just a few minutes away from Piazzale Roma. The management is very warm and helpful. The hotel pro...

Hotel San Geremia

This is very popular hotel. The rooms are tastefully decorated and offer very pleasant views of the city, some have small terraces. Some rooms have been paneled with blond-wood with built-in headboard...

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Restaurants
Ai 4 Feri

This charming little restaurant has a very relaxed atmosphere with paper tablecloths and comfortable lounge chairs. The menu changes daily to incorporate fresh ingredients. The chef creates very unusu...

Al Paradiso

The owner of this eatery, Giordano welcomes all diners personally and makes sure their needs are catered to. Operating in a small dining room with a cheerful and simple décor this place is always busy...

Alla Basilica

A new restaurant located right behind St. Mark's and the Ducal Palace, serves low cost food. A complete 3 course meal will set you back €13. The menu is not extensive and not very vegetarian friendly....

Alla Vedova

This is a very old restaurant with a very warm and friendly atmosphere. It is also known as Trattoria Ca' d'Oro. The décor is very classy with a Venetian terrazzo floor, old marble counter, and countr...

Anice Stellato

A family run eatery located on a fondamente or a canal-side street of Cannaregio has a great romantic ambience and reasonably priced superb food. The place has an interesting architecture with narrow ...

Antiche Carampane

This restaurant serves most of the classic fish dishes Venice is known for. These include mixed seafood antipasto to fish soups, pasta, and fish grilled to perfection. New additions like seafood and f...

Antico Martini

This restaurant was initially a café when it was initiated way back in 1720. Owned by the Baldi family, they have maintained the restaurant as a vivacious and cheerful eatery especially at the outdoor...

Avogaria

Avogaria is one of the most modern and fashionable restaurants of Venice. The food and the architecture and décor are very contemporary. The décor of the dining room and the garden is simple yet very ...

Brek self-service restaurant

An excellent choice for families and travelers on a budget. Brek is a convenient self-service restaurant close to the railway station in Cannaregio. This cafeteria style eatery is part of a reliable I...

Do Forni

This is a very busy restaurant that serves superb Venetian cuisine. The large menu greatly emphasizes on sea food with some continental dishes. Do Forni is very well decorated and posh. The dining roo...

Enoteca al Volto

Set up in 1936, this restaurant is only a few minutes away from the Rialto Bridge. It serves very fine quality Italian snacks like cicchetti and primi, which the eatery is very famous for. The sandwic...

La Bitta

Finally, a restaurant with a non fish menu! Nicely decorated, the restaurant has longer dining hours and the management is efficient and helpful. The restaurant is not open for lunch but serves contin...

La Zucca

This is an essentially vegetarian restaurant with a simple décor, lattice-wood walls and windows overlooking the canal. Meat dishes are also served here but are not their specialty. The expertise here...

Ostaria al Garanghelo

A very popular restaurant of Venice, which serves exceptionally good food, offers quality service, reasonable prices, and provides a magnificent ambience. This place is packed during lunch time and af...

Ristorante Riva Rosa

A very elegantly decorated restaurant, Riva Rosa is located next to a canal in Burano and has beautiful views. The clientele is mostly tourists. The decor and menu are both contemporary and the qualit...

Spizzico

Spizzico is an Italian fast-food chain and is a quick and low cost place to grab a bite while sightseeing. The place is stocked with fresh slices of pizza, salad and desserts as well as chips and soft...

Taverna del Campiello Remer

Located in a courtyard near the Rialto Bridge, this attractive restaurant is very popular among Venetians. It has recently started offering a buffet between 5:30pm and 7:30pm every day. The dishes ser...

Al Paradiso

The owner of this eatery, Giordano welcomes all diners personally and makes sure their needs are catered to. Operating in a small dining room with a cheerful and simple décor this place is always busy...

Antiche Carampane

This restaurant serves most of the classic fish dishes Venice is known for. These include mixed seafood antipasto to fish soups, pasta, and fish grilled to perfection. New additions like seafood and f...

Antico Martini

This restaurant was initially a café when it was initiated way back in 1720. Owned by the Baldi family, they have maintained the restaurant as a vivacious and cheerful eatery especially at the outdoor...

Avogaria

Avogaria is one of the most modern and fashionable restaurants of Venice. The food and the architecture and décor are very contemporary. The décor of the dining room and the garden is simple yet very ...

Do Forni

This is a very busy restaurant that serves superb Venetian cuisine. The large menu greatly emphasizes on sea food with some continental dishes. Do Forni is very well decorated and posh. The dining roo...

Ristorante Riva Rosa

A very elegantly decorated restaurant, Riva Rosa is located next to a canal in Burano and has beautiful views. The clientele is mostly tourists. The decor and menu are both contemporary and the qualit...

Anice Stellato

A family run eatery located on a fondamente or a canal-side street of Cannaregio has a great romantic ambience and reasonably priced superb food. The place has an interesting architecture with narrow ...

La Bitta

Finally, a restaurant with a non fish menu! Nicely decorated, the restaurant has longer dining hours and the management is efficient and helpful. The restaurant is not open for lunch but serves contin...

La Zucca

This is an essentially vegetarian restaurant with a simple décor, lattice-wood walls and windows overlooking the canal. Meat dishes are also served here but are not their specialty. The expertise here...

Ostaria al Garanghelo

A very popular restaurant of Venice, which serves exceptionally good food, offers quality service, reasonable prices, and provides a magnificent ambience. This place is packed during lunch time and af...

Ai 4 Feri

This charming little restaurant has a very relaxed atmosphere with paper tablecloths and comfortable lounge chairs. The menu changes daily to incorporate fresh ingredients. The chef creates very unusu...

Alla Basilica

A new restaurant located right behind St. Mark's and the Ducal Palace, serves low cost food. A complete 3 course meal will set you back €13. The menu is not extensive and not very vegetarian friendly....

Alla Vedova

This is a very old restaurant with a very warm and friendly atmosphere. It is also known as Trattoria Ca' d'Oro. The décor is very classy with a Venetian terrazzo floor, old marble counter, and countr...

Brek self-service restaurant

An excellent choice for families and travelers on a budget. Brek is a convenient self-service restaurant close to the railway station in Cannaregio. This cafeteria style eatery is part of a reliable I...

Enoteca al Volto

Set up in 1936, this restaurant is only a few minutes away from the Rialto Bridge. It serves very fine quality Italian snacks like cicchetti and primi, which the eatery is very famous for. The sandwic...

Spizzico

Spizzico is an Italian fast-food chain and is a quick and low cost place to grab a bite while sightseeing. The place is stocked with fresh slices of pizza, salad and desserts as well as chips and soft...

Taverna del Campiello Remer

Located in a courtyard near the Rialto Bridge, this attractive restaurant is very popular among Venetians. It has recently started offering a buffet between 5:30pm and 7:30pm every day. The dishes ser...

Ristorante Frary's

  In Italy you can get tired of eating pizza and pasta very quickly. Because of limited Halal restaurants in Venice, you sometimes crave for some Middle Eastern food. While it is not a full Hal...

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