3 Days in Venice: Art and Water Itinerary
This balanced three day journey allows you to look beyond the immediate centre and explore the incredible artistic legacy of the surrounding districts. You will conquer the grand monuments on the first day, followed by a deep dive into world class art galleries and the bohemian atmosphere of the southern waterfront. The final day takes you off the main islands to discover the vibrant colours and historic crafts of the wider lagoon. It strikes the perfect balance between hitting the major sights and enjoying relaxed, authentic local experiences. You will leave with a profound appreciation for the city's diverse character.
1 The Imperial Heart
- MORNING

St Mark's Basilica
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 828, making it 1198 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Part Of Unesco World Heritage Site
- Architectural Styles
- ByzantineRomanesque
- Architects
- Domenico I Contarini
WEB & AMENITIES
- MORNING

Doge's Palace
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1340, making it 686 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 435,879 (2021)
- Exhibition Items
- 3,000
- Wi-Fi
- Free
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
- Architectural Styles
- Gothic
- Architects
- Antonio RizzoNicolò Barattieri
WEB & AMENITIES
FacilitiesArchive BuildingBookstoreCaféCloakroomLibraryPhoto ArchiveAccessibilityWheelchair Accessible - AFTERNOON

Rialto Bridge
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1588, making it 438 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architects
- Antonio Da Ponte
2 Masterpieces and Promenades
- MORNING

Accademia Galleries
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1750, making it 276 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 361,934 (2022)
- Exhibition Items
- 400
- Wi-Fi
- No
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
- Architectural Styles
- GothicRenaissanceBaroque
- Architects
- Andrea PalladioGiorgio Massari
- Founders
- Napoleon
- AFTERNOON

Guggenheim Collection
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1980, making it 46 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 381,374 (2022)
- Exhibition Items
- 200
- Wi-Fi
- No
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architects
- Lorenzo Boschetti
- Founders
- Peggy Guggenheim
WEB & AMENITIES
FacilitiesArchive BuildingBookstoreCaféCloakroomLibraryPhoto ArchiveRestoration LaboratoryAccessibilityWheelchair Accessible
3 Lagoon Crafts and Traditions
- MORNING

Explore Murano Glassmaking
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1861, making it 165 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 151,427 (2022)
- Exhibition Items
- 1,250
- Wi-Fi
- No
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
- Founders
- Vincenzo Zanetti
WEB & AMENITIES
FacilitiesArchive BuildingBookstoreCaféCloakroomLibraryAccessibilityWheelchair Accessible - AFTERNOON

Discover Lace in Burano
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Elevation
- 1 m
- EVENING

Traghetto Canal Crossing
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Elevation
- 0 m
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