Speaking of Venice (Venice, Venice) in Italy, it is famous as the city of water. A city floating on the water is like a game world. I think there are many people who want to go once. Therefore, this time, we have summarized the recommended sightseeing spots in such a dreamy city of Venice.
All the tourist attractions recommended for those who go for the first time. Use this article as a guide to plan your graduation or honeymoon.
- Let’s go around Venice.
The Italian city “Venice” is famous as the city of water. I’m sure you’ve seen it once in photos and videos. The extraordinary world of a city on the water is like a game or a story
Here are some recommended sightseeing spots and events in Venice, the city you admire!
- Mark’s Basilica (Basilica San Marco):
St. Mark’s Basilica is the most famous temple in Venice and is a World Heritage Site. It was built to worship the body of the Evangelist Mark. His body was brought back in 828 AD. After that, it was renovated several times over the centuries, and in the 11th century it became a complex of various architectural styles. You will be overwhelmed by the magnificent appearance. The interior decoration is also gorgeous, and Pala d’Oro is very beautiful, so please visit.
Photography is prohibited inside the temple. In addition, eating, drinking and exposing your skin are prohibited, so be sure to follow good etiquette. Regarding the exposure of the skin, miniskirts and shorts are out because you can not enter if you wear clothes with full thighs and shoulders. If you are going to midsummer, bring a cardigan, jacket and stole and wear them when you enter.
- Tourist information on St. Mark’s Basilica
Address: San Marco 328, Venezia
Access: 5 minutes walk from San Marco Vallaresso water bus Nos. 1 and 2.
business hours:
Easter-November 9: 45-17: 00 (Sunday / holiday 14: 00-17: 00)
November-Easter 9: 45-17: 00 (Sunday / holiday 14: 00-16: 00)
Closed days: Open daily
Admission: Pala d’Oro 2 euros, treasure house 3 euros, museum 5 euros
- Church of Santa Maria della Salute (Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute):
The church of Santa Maria della Salute is said to have been built in 1603 to thank the Virgin Mary when the medieval plague was cured.
By the way, Salute means healthy in Italian.
The silhouette of the church floating on the sea is very beautiful like the world of a story.
You can also enter the church.
- Tourist information on the church of Santa Maria della Salute
Address: Fondamenta Salute, 30123 Venezia
Maps: Google Maps
Access: 1 minute walk from Water Bus No. 1 Salute
Business hours: Weekdays 9: 00-12: 00, 15: 00-18: 00 Sundays 13: 00-17: 00
Closed days: Open daily
Admission: Free, paid only in the arsenal
- Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale):
Next is the Doge’s Palace, which represents Venetian Gothic, which is famous as the venue for the Venetian Film Festival.
Built in the 11th century, it was later rebuilt due to a fire and returned to its present form in the 16th century. During the Republic era, it was used as a government office and palace.
You can visit the arsenal and prisons as well as the rooms used for politics.
The point to pay attention to is the gorgeous masterpiece.
The interior of the room is decorated with gorgeous and magnificent paintings.
Of particular note is the work of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, the world’s largest oil painting, and the Venetian master, “Heaven”!
Also, be sure to step into the “Golden Staircase” where the Governor’s coronation ceremony was held.
- Tourist information on Doge’s Palace
Address: Piazza San Marco 1, Venezia
Maps: Google Maps
Access: Inside Piazza San Marco
Business hours: 8: 30-19: 00 (4 / 1-10 / 31), 8: 30-17: 30 (11 / 1-3 / 31)
Closed days: January 1st, December 25th
Admission: 20 euros for adults
- Piazza San Marco:
St. Mark’s Square is said to be the most beautiful square in the world.
It is also the center of Venice and is surrounded by historic and artistic buildings such as St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and the Correr Museum and Clock Tower.
There are also souvenir shops and cafes, so it is recommended for a short break.
The oldest “Cafe Florian” visited by literary master Goethe,
“Cafe Lavena”, which Wagner stopped by during his stay in Venice, still exists.
We can also enjoy tea.
- Bell Tower (Campanile di San Marco):
Have you ever seen one such thing as a towering red in the Venetian landscape?
Actually, that building is the bell tower of St. Mark’s Basilica, and you can climb up to the top!
Overlooking the beautiful cityscape of Venice.
The bell tower was built in 1514.
It was already in its current form, but it collapsed suddenly in 1902, and 10 years later it was rebuilt in 1912. The total length is about 100 meters!
There are many stairs in the Italian bell tower, but don’t worry, you can climb up at once by elevator.
There are lines during the tourist season, but there are spectacular views that are worth lining up.
- Tourist information on the bell tower
Address: Piazza San Marco, Venezia
Maps: Google Maps
Access: Inside Piazza San Marco
Business hours: 9: 00-21: 00 (Easter-June 19: 00-19: 00, October 19: 00, November-Easter 9: 30-15: 45)
Closed days: Open daily
Admission: 8 euros
- Summary of recommended Venetian tourist spots:
Venice, in the northeastern part of Italy, is large enough to be explored on foot.