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Correr Museum at Venice
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The Corer museum or Museo Correr is one of the biggest museums of Venice. Its display relates the history of Venice from the 13th to the 16th century. Besides the collection the building itself is remarkable. Its beauty is worth immense praise.
Paintings, prints, coins, weapons, military regalia etc all kinds of objects of the medieval and Renaissance period in Venice can be found here. Besides these objects of the Risorgimento, but the objects of the Libreria Sansoviniana period are also displayed here.
The Risorgimento period that marks the resurgence in Italian nationalism, has a smaller museum dedicated to it. Its displays relate the story of legendary Daniele Manin, and his rebellion against the Austrians.
The Libreria Sansoviniana is situated in the piazza, in the open space between San Marco and the waterfront pavement of the Molo. This building is not only beautiful but alos holds great historical significance! Its architecture is one of the most exemplary forms of Venetian architecture.
It features paintings of philosophers by Tintoretto, Veronese and Andrea Schiavone. Its library is one of the largest and it has a beautiful frescoed ceiling which is called Titian’s Wisdom.
The museum also features Lorenzo Lotto’s Portrait, Antonello da Messina’s Pieta, Vittore Carpaccio’s Two Venetian Ladies and a few works of Luca Cranach and Hugo Van der Goes. The prolific Bellini family also finds its place here! Jacopo Bellini’s Crucifixion, Gentile Bellini’s Portrait of Doge Mocenigo, his brother Giovanni Bellini’s the Transfiguration and the important Pieta are all present here.
The Doge’s Palace in Venice
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Though Venice has no dearth of tourist attractions, one of the must see sights here is the exotic Doge’s Palace, also known as the Palazzo Ducale. Standing between the lagoon and Piazza San Marco, the palace has been rebuilt and modified a number of times, though a major portion of it can be dated back to 15th century. The building is often termed as an oversized wedding cake owing to the fact that it has been built in a dazzling pink and white marble design.
The palace was originally the residence of the Doge – or chief magistrate – until the fall of the Venetian Empire in 1797. The interiors of the buildings are a pleasant sight to the eyes due to their intricate and ornate decoration and ranking the top position among all the rooms in the palace is the huge Grand Council Chamber – in which over 2000 people routinely used to meet at one time. This chamber takes pride in its wall paintings which include portraits of the 76 Doges that have ruled Venice over the years. One of the portraits is that of the Doge Marin Faliero who was accused of treason and beheaded in 1355. To this day, his portrait is still covered with a black cloth. Also worth noticing is the huge painting called Paradise by the artist Tintoretto – supposedly the world’s largest oil canvas.
Another remarkable room is the Senate Chamber where the senate met regularly to pass laws. This room has another painting from Tintoretto– The Triumph of Venice, painted on the ceiling.
The Giant’s Staircase of the palace has two huge statues of Neptune and Mars situated at the top of the stairs – symbolizing the state’s control over both sea and land. The romantic Bridge of Sighs links the palace to the nearby prison.
The recommended way to visit the palace is to take the Secret Itineraries guided tour, which takes the visitors through many secrets of this remarkable palace like the secret rooms, hidden passageways and the torture chamber.
A Visit To Venice Is Incomplete Without A Gondola Ride
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Perhaps one of the major attractions of Venice, without which a visit to the city would be incomplete, is the gondola ride. This traditional, flat-bottomed rowing boat has been the chief means of transportation and most common watercraft within Venice for a long time. Now-a-days, with more advanced means of transport, the primary role of these gondolas has shifted to carrying tourists for a ride at fixed prices. However, a word of advice for all tourists here would be to forget about the price of the gondola ride (they are certainly not pocket friendly) and concentrate on the ride itself.
The city of Venice sets official rates for gondola rides, which started at €80 for 40 minutes the last time we checked. Additional 20-minute increments are €40. After 7 p.m., the base rate climbs to €100, with €50 for an additional 2 minutes. Up to six people can share a gondola. However, we need to mention here that the gondoliers often play with these prices according to the demand of the season. They could even offer special services such as a singer for extra charges. It is advisable that the tourists negotiate the price and the time schedule of the ride clearly before setting on to one. Hotels also offer services for the arrangement of a gondola ride, but it comes with a hefty charge.
Well, the prices charged by these gondoliers are not totally unfair as they have to invest a good sum in their boats. A traditional hand-built wooden gondola can cost upto €20,000 and runs fairly well for about 20 years. Moreover, Venice being a costly city, the gondolier’s cost of living is also very high.
Boat tours and walking tours around Venice
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Venice, the beautiful city of waters, thrives on its tourism industry as the exceptional beauty of the city lures many tourists all the year round. Venice is built on an archipelago of 117 islands formed by 177 canals in a shallow lagoon, connected by 409 bridges. In the early days, the canals serve the function of roads, and almost every form of transport is on water or on foot. Even today, a visit to Venice is incomplete without boat trips around the Venetian Lagoon and gondola rides along the canals which also allow the tourists to see various attractions of Venice.
The classical Venetian boat is the gondola, although it is now mostly used for tourists, or for weddings, funerals, or other ceremonies. Many gondolas are lushly appointed with crushed velvet seats and Persian rugs. The main transportation means are motorised waterbuses, which ply regular routes along the major canals and between the city’s islands, and private boats.
Boat Tours
Address: Campo San Luca, San Marco 4179, Venice
Tel: +39 (0)41 240 6736
Cooperativa San Marco runs daily island tours of Burano, Murano and Torcello from April to November. The tours are approximately 3.5 hours long and depart at 09:30 and also 14:30 from the Giardini Reali, nearby the Piazza San Marco. Tickets can be purchased at the Alilaguna kiosk.
Apart from boat tours, the visitors can absorb the beauty and feel of the city by foot with licenced tour guides. Taking a guide will ensure that you do not miss any important sights on the route, and at the same time get to know the history and detail of each attraction. Some of the most recommended tours are:
- Walking tours of the San Marco area, lasting approximately two hours – daily
- Afternoon walking tour ‘Magic and Enchantment of Venetian Life’, complete with gondola ride – April to October
- ‘Walks Inside Venice’, with several themed tours around the city for small groups
- ‘Private Guides’ in San Marco, with more than 100 knowledgeable English-speaking guides, tours last about two hours
- ‘Venicescapes’ offer several themed itineraries and groups are fairly small. Tours last from three to seven hours and reservations may be necessary
Some of the major attractions of Venice are Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, the Scuola Grande di San Rocco and the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute. Also worth visiting is the Campo dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo, the renowned public square.
It is advisable to book your hotels in advance before visiting Venice as the city can be very overcrowded at some points of the year.
Hotel Metropole Venice
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Hotel Metropole Venice
Overview of the Hotel: This excellent hotel showers its guests with loads of luxury that include rooms, decorated in an oriental style and excellent views of the Lagoon from the privileged position of the hotel. Featuring a collection of rare visiting-card cases, antique fans and art objects, this hotel also serves as a museum. Palm trees and a 14th-century well are found in the hotel’s citrus garden.The hotel’s restaurant, The Met Restaurant, is the only hotel restaurant in Venice awarded with 2 Michelin stars. This hotel is famous for its light flavours and unusual combinations. A selection of teas, homemade pastries and cakes are served by the Oriental Bar in the lounge. It enjoys a location close to Saint Mark’s Square.
Amenities at the Hotel: Facilities provided include Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Garden, Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning, Designated Smoking Area and Restaurant (à la carte). Activities provided include Massage. Services provided include Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Airport Shuttle, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Currency Exchange, Shoe Shine, Fax/Photocopying, Concierge Service, Nightclub / DJ and Shuttle Service (surcharge). Wi-fi is available in public areas and costs EUR 8 per hour. No parking available.
Hotel Rules: The Check in time for the hotel is from 14:00-00:00 hours and the Check out time is until 07:00-11:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. One child under 4 years stays free of charge when using existing bedding. Up to two children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. Up to two older children or adults are charged EUR 70 per night per person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel. Pets are not allowed. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Carte Bleue, Diners Club, JCB, Maestro, and CartaSi. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Classic Double or Twin Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 500
Triple Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 500
Junior Suite
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 585
Quadruple Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 600
Classic Double Room for Single Use
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 385
Family Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 546
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 610
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Lagoon View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 750
Suite with Garden View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 1150
Junior Suite with Lagoon View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 765
Exclusive Suite with Canal View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 800
Exclusive Suite with Lagoon View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 900
Bauer Hotel Venice
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Bauer Hotel Venice
Overview of the Hotel: This hotel features spacious and elegant rooms, individually decorated in a contemporary style with classic Venetian influences and equipped with free Wi-Fi access, a minibar and flat-screen, satellite TV. The gourmet De Pisis restaurant serves classic Italian and international cuisine and its terrace overlooks the Grand Canal. Buffet breakfast and evening cocktails are served outside in the summer months. It has a convenient location, overlooking Campo San Moisè and close to St. Mark’s Square.
Amenities at the Hotel: Facilities provided include Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Soundproofed Rooms, Heating, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, Allergy-Free Room Available, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking. Services provided include Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Barber/Beauty Shop, VIP Room Facilities, Ironing Service, Currency Exchange, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, and Ticket Service. Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge. No parking available.
Hotel Rules: The Check in time for the hotel is from 14:00 hours and the Check out time is until 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. One child under 2 years stays free of charge when using existing bedding. One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a baby cot. One older child or adult is charged EUR 125 per night and person in an extra bed. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel. Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges. When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club, and JCB. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Double Room – Annex
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 500
Suite – Annex
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 700
Superior Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 550
Deluxe Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 600
Deluxe Double Room with City View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 650
Superior Suite
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 750
5 Star Hotels in Venice, Ca’ Sagredo Hotel
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5 Star Hotels in Venice, Ca' Sagredo Hotel
Overview of the Hotel: Housed in an elegant, 14th-century building, the hotel features typically Venetian lavish décor, an impressive art collection and masterpieces by famous Venetian artists of the past displayed in areas and some of the rooms. It offers elegant, spacious rooms with antique furniture, original works of art and marble bathrooms. Some of them have views of the Grand Canal, while others overlook the Venetian rooftops. The hotel overlooks the Grand Canal, and has a serene location close to the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Basilica.
Amenities at the Hotel: Facilities provided include Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Soundproofed Rooms, Heating, Design Hotel, Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning, Restaurant (à la carte) and Snack Bar. Activities provided include Fitness Centre and Library. Services provided include Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Currency Exchange, Car Hire and Special Diet Menus (on request).Wi-fi is available in the hotel rooms and costs EUR 10 per hour. No parking available.
Hotel Rules: The Check in time for the hotel is from 14:00 hours and the Check out time is until 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a baby cot. One older child or adult is charged EUR 104.50 per night and person in an extra bed. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel. Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Carte Bleue, Diners Club, JCB, and CartaSi. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Deluxe Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• Non refundable: € 550
• FREE cancellation: € 2000
Junior Suite
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• Non refundable: € 550
• FREE cancellation: € 660
Deluxe Double Room with partial Canal View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• Non refundable: € 605
• FREE cancellation: € 528
Suite
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• Non refundable: € 467.50
• FREE cancellation: € 550
Venice accommodation, Antica Locanda al Gambero
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Venice accommodation, Antica Locanda al Gambero
Overview of the Hotel: This hotel features a relaxing roof terrace, and classic Venetian-style accommodation with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and air conditioning and majority of them have a beautiful view of a classic Venetian canal. It also provides a 24-hour reception available for tourist information, and for booking tours and excursions, free internet terminals and a TV lounge. The hotel serves a buffet breakfast that includes sweet and salted food, including local sweets and classic Italian coffee and cappuccino. Venetian cuisine and a selection of fine wines is served in a restaurant nearby. Meals are served outdoors during summers.It has an excellent location close to St. Mark’s Square.
Amenities at the Hotel: Facilities provided include Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Design Hotel, Luggage Storage, and Airconditioning. Services provided include Babysitting/Child Services, Tour Desk. Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge. No parking available.
Hotel Rules: The Check in time for the hotel is from 14:00 hours and the Check out time is until 11:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. One child under 3 years stays free of charge when using existing bedding. One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a baby cot. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Pets are not allowed. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, and CartaSi. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 340
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 340
Single Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 210
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 210
Triple Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 400
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 400
Quadruple Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 480
Double Room with Canal View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 340
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 340
Hotel Danieli Venice
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Hotel Danieli Venice
Overview of the Hotel: This hotel features spacious and air conditioned rooms with original antiques and Murano glass chandeliers and quipped with an LCD satellite TV, free mineral water, as well as a bathrobe and slippers. They have views over typical Venetian streets, canals or the lagoon. It also has a rooftop restaurant, the Terrazza Danieli that serves traditional Italian cuisine. Meals and drinks can be enjoyed out on the terrace, open from June until September. The 3 separate properties of this hotel, each dates back to 14th, 19th, and 20th centuries. The buildings are connected by covered bridges. The hotel overlooks the lagoon, and has an excellent location close to St. Mark’s Square. The nearest Vaporetto (water bus) stop is just a 2-minute walk away, giving you easy access to Santa Lucia Station.
Amenities at the Hotel: Facilities provided include Restaurant, bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, Airconditioning. Services provided include Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Airport Shuttle, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, and Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Currency Exchange, Shoe Shine, Car Hire, and Fax/Photocopying. Wi-fi is available in public areas and costs EUR 15 per 24 hours. Wired internet is available in the business centre and costs EUR 15 per 24 hours. No parking available.
Hotel Rules: The Check in time for the hotel is from 15:00 hours and the Check out time is until 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a baby cot. One older child or adult is charged EUR 125 per night and person in an extra bed. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel. Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club, and CartaSi. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Premium Deluxe Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• Special conditions: € 708
• FREE cancellation: € 905
Premium Deluxe Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Breakfast
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 823
Luxury Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• Special conditions: € 743
• FREE cancellation: € 830
Double Room with Lagoon View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT
• Special conditions: € 801
• FREE cancellation: € 945
Hotel a Venezia, Hotel Dei Dragomanni
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Hotel a Venezia, Hotel Dei Dragomanni
Overview of the Hotel:This hotel features spacious rooms with quality beds, Wi-Fi access, Sky TV and most feature a balcony as well as large bathrooms. Some rooms have a view of the Grand Canal. The hotel also offers a delicious breakfast, which is served in the breakfast rooms of the hotel. The staff is friendly and available for info about Venice and its unique transport system. It is situated in a residential area in Venice’s historic centre, not very far from Saint Mark’s Square. Campo San Maurizio square and the Accademia Gallery as well as a famous antiques market are also close.
Amenities at the Hotel:
Facilities provided include Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Garden, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Family Rooms, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Soundproofed Rooms, Heating, Design Hotel, Luggage Storage, Allergy-Free Room Available, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking and Airconditioning. Services provided include Room Service, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Barber/Beauty Shop, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Tour Desk, and Fax/Photocopying. Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and costs USD 5 per hour. No parking available.
Hotel Rules:
The Check in time for the hotel is from 14:00 hours and the Check out time is until 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. One older child or adult is charged EUR 70 per night and person in an extra bed. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel. Pets are not allowed. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, and JCB
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 590
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 310
Single Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 170
Quadruple Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 490
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 400
Deluxe Double Room
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 620
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 600
Double Room with Grand Canal View
Included in room price: 10 % VAT, Buffet breakfast
• Non refundable
• Breakfast included: € 540
• FREE cancellation
• Breakfast included: € 390