View of Venice Grand Canal

Venice Grand Canal

Venice main waterway lined with Renaissance palaces.

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Admission Ticket

Free; vaporetto €9.50, gondola €80

Best Time to Visit

Sunset or 7am for mist

Overview

3.8km S-shaped waterway. 170+ palaces 13th-18th cent. Four bridges. Best by vaporetto line 1.

Local Insider Tips

1

Buy 24h vaporetto (€25)

2

Take gondola in side canals

3

Ride line 1 at sunset

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:How long?

45 min Piazzale Roma to San Marco.

Q:Swim?

No, prohibited.

Location Details

CityVenice
CountryItaly
Rating
4.9 / 5.0

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