7 days in Venice Itinerary

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Piazza San Marco and Arena di Verona. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Doge's Palace and Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Venice: Oasi Cervara (in Quinto di Treviso), Verona (Torre dei Lamberti, Piazza delle Erbe, &more) and Casa natale di Santa Maria Bertilla Boscardin (in Brendola). There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco, get outside with ATN Laguna Sud, explore the world behind art at Gallerie dell'Accademia, and contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Venice Marco Polo Airport, Treviso-Sant'Angelo Airport and Trieste–Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport. In May, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 72°F, while at night they dip to 55°F.