Venice Travel Guide - How Best to Navigate Italy's Floating City

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Travel Guide For Visitors to Venice

Not just a pretty face on Instagram, Venice is also a living, breathing maze of canals where getting gloriously lost in the Italian city is half the fun. Share on Facebook

Navigating The City of Canals

Built on 118 tiny islands connected by over 400 bridges, this UNESCO World Heritage site manages to be simultaneously romantic, chaotic, expensive, and absolutely unmissable.

Driving Distances in Europe

Driving to Venice.

Romantic Location Not Just For Billionaire Weddings

Whether you're planning a romantic weekend, a cultural deep-dive, or simply want to tick off one of the world's most unique cities, Venice delivers experiences you simply can't find anywhere else.

From gliding through canals in a gondola to discovering hidden bacari (wine bars) tucked away from the tourist crowds, La Serenissima rewards both first-time visitors and seasoned travellers.

When to Visit Venice - Timing Your Trip Right

Best Times to Visit Venice

April to June and September to October offer the sweet spot; pleasant weather, fewer crowds than peak summer, and reasonable accommodation prices.

The city feels more authentic when you're not shoulder-to-shoulder with tour groups.

July and August bring sweltering heat, packed squares, and eye-watering prices.

However, longer daylight hours mean more time for exploration, and many outdoor events take place during summer months.

November to March sees fewer tourists and lower prices, but expect frequent flooding (acqua alta), chilly weather, and some attractions operating reduced hours.

The upside? Venice shrouded in mist is hauntingly beautiful.

Venice Carnival Season

The world-famous Carnival of Venice (typically February/March) transforms the city into an elaborate masquerade ball.

Expect stunning costumes, higher prices, and accommodation booked solid months in advance.

Getting to Venice - Your Transport Options

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