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So much more than San Marco!

by Mahieu - last update: Sep 12, 2007

Oh beautiful Venice! When people think of Venice, they immediately think of the romance, the gondolas, San Marco, ... And indeed, it's all there! But Venice is sooo much more! After you have seen the main attractions, you must absolutely go for a walk in the more quiet districts like Cannaregio, Castello, ... Only then you get to see the real Venice with its quaint little alleys and beautiful small canals. Believe me, it's absolutely worth it! I've been twice to Venice and when I think about it, it's not San Marco or Rialto that made the big impressions, but indeed those lively quarters in which the real Venetians still live!

Oh, and don't believe people telling you that Venice is very, very expensive. I agree about the accomodation, prices are indeed very high. But about the food, I don't agree. Do as I did, go and eat in the typical trattorias where menus are only in Italian, and where you can only hear Italian. You'll be surprised, about the quality and the price!

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Pros:"culture, history, architecture, magical atmosphere"
Cons:"crowds on and around San Marco and Rialto"
In A Nutshell:"Just don't limit yourself to 1 day, Venice deserves much, much more!"
Mahieu's Venice Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
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Restaurants
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Hotels & Accommodations
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NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
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Tourist Traps
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Warnings Or Dangers
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Transportation
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Local Customs
 
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Sports TravelGeneral Tips

Comments for Mahieu about Venice
Maurizioago Sat Nov 11, 2006 17:49 UTC
 Nice page about Venice. Ciao!
36waterfalls Fri Jun 9, 2006 13:37 UTC
 Great pics! I'm off to Venice next week for 4 days and your site inspired me! Thanks, keep up the good work!
mcb Tue Apr 19, 2005 23:43 UTC
 hi i liked veneza too but i was there in 1992... good time we had
Buckz Tue Mar 29, 2005 18:15 UTC
 Venice is at its best after the day visitors leave (like Capri). Wandering Venice at night (preferably Moonlit!) is fantastic. Like the opening picture.
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