Is Venice the most romantic city in the world? Its certainly hard to beat, especially when youre staying right in the centre of things.
Where is it?
Venice is a city built on water – just off the north east coast of Italy, facing the Adriatic Sea – and is famed for its canal network, opulent palazzos and beautiful religious buildings and art. It has an airport on the mainland but from there, you need to take a water bus to reach the city.
Where can I stay?
The best way to experience Venice is in a cool, quiet and sophisticated hotel. These small but beautifully designed hotels offer you respite from the tourist throng and the sort of service you would expect from much more expensive locations. Try Ca Pisani, a small palazzo that has been sympathetically renovated and decorated to provide a haven of tranquillity, or the Ca Maria Adele, an eclectic boutique hotel in one of Venices most exclusive quarters.
What can I see?
For a relatively small city, theres a lot to pack into a short visit. The central area of St. Marks Square with the Doges Palace and the Campanile is a great place to hang out and soak up the atmosphere,...