Venice, the most popular destination in Veneto, is built on over 122 islands in a shallow lagoon. The immense wealth of architectural, artistic and cultural heritage here means that a city break to Venice staying in a My Perfect Villa or Self C... [Read More]
Venice, the most popular destination in Veneto, is built on over 122 islands in a shallow lagoon. The immense wealth of architectural, artistic and cultural heritage here means that a city break to Venice staying in a My Perfect Villa or Self Catering Apartment Venice can last a weekend or many months, and still there will be much left to see. For art lovers, the frescos and architecture of Padova and Treviso will add to the fine examples seen from a holiday villa in Venice. The mountains at Belluno and the National Park of Belluno Dolomites are a timeless attraction where you will be amazed and relaxed in equal measures.
In the winter, Belluno and Nevegal offer some fantastic skiing with un-crowded pistes. Venice is a wonderful place to get lost for a day, and there are plenty of things to do in Venice. Every turn brings you to a new backstreet, where more likely than not you will discover art or a magnificent nobles villa, built in Venice by a famous architect, designed to show wealth and extravagance!
A gondola trip is quite expensive, but must be done to complete any Venice holiday, but a cheaper way to get around the cities 150 canals is by the Vaporetto, a water bus taking in many of the main sights of Venice including the Grand Canal and the upbeat bar and restaurant sector around Campo di Santa Margarita. The Rialto Bridge is the oldest bridge spanning the Grand Canal. It is located approximately half-way along the canal at the point where it makes a virtual 90 degree turn around the San Polo district.