Beauty. Grace. Inspiration. Venice is strikingly perfect as you glide along the canals enamored with the style and architecture of the buildings as you pass them by. Walk along cobblestone areas, take in art collections and dine on Venetian dishes. You'll love every minute of this lovely, romantic city.

Weather and Geography

Divided into six districts, Venice is somewhat colder and damp in the wintertime and can even flood. The area does heat up in the summertime so make sure you plan accordingly.

Quick Facts

• Venetian cuisine is unlike any other. You'll find items like pilgrim scallops, spider crab and risotto with clams and Gobi.



• It's hard to find a map that exactly replicates the areas of Venice so chances are you might get a little lost. Its just part of exploring in Venice.

Expert Travel Tips

• Visit 16th and 17th century palaces and churches for a taste of the area's history.



• Make sure you take in the sights of Piazzo san Marco, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Basilica among many others while in Venice.



• Walking is the best way to get around and make sure you wear flats because there are lots of cobblestone areas.



• Take a cruise along the Grand Canal to view numerous churches, buildings and palazzi.