Venice Guide
Venice's canals, gondolas, narrow streets and irresistible charm make it a favorite to visitors of all ages. It is a city that is synonymous with romance and beauty, making it easy to fall under its spell the second you check into your Venice hotel.

Hotels in Venice tend to be full of character. Usually located in ancient stone buildings, they line the streets and canals of the city. Since Venice is a city which has not seen huge growth since global travel became possible, a Venice hotel can be hard to come by at the last minute. Millions of people flock to this city yearly, as well they should be: Venice is sinking at a rate of about 2 1/2 inches per decade.

The Grand Canal splits Venice into two parts, and is spanned by three bridges. The rest of the city is a virtual maze, separated by hundreds of tiny canals. Venice is a place to relax in - there's plenty to see, but the city is best experienced unhurried. Stroll around the endless streets, eat long meals of fresh pasta in one of it's many fine restaurants, take a lazy sunset gondola ride down its canals, explore the tiny shops, and have a glass of wine in the evening from the balcony of hour elegant Venice hotel.

The Piazza San Marco, or St. Mark's Square is the center of much of Venice's activity. The Basilica di San Marco, the city's most famous church, is located in this square, and is a must-see. The Galleria dell'Accadmia houses many remarkable paintings by Italy's masters, and the Collezione Peggy Guggenheim hosts a display of amazing works of modern art, showcasing artists such as Picasso, Dali, and Pollock.

Venice is known for its intricate glasswork, and gorgeous souvenirs of this can be found in many of the shops. A day trip from Venice worth taking is a visit to some of the many islands in the lagoon surrounding the city. Lace is also a Venetian specialty, and by visiting the island of Burano exquisite handmade samples of this craft can be purchased.

Venice is a unique city full of romance and wonderful sites. The Venice hotels themselves can be attractions. A hotel in Venice can be pricey, but it is worth while considering a hotel on one of the local islands. The prices at these locations tend to be lower and if you are willing to take the short boast trip into Venice then it opens up this beautiful city to anyone. If you want a Venice hotel with a high standard of accommodation but at reasonable rates then the 4 star Panorama Hotel should be looked at. The hotel is located on the Island of Lido right on the waterfront and in front of the public boat departures to Venice. If you would rather stay in one of the hotels in Venice centre the two great options are the Best Western Montecarlo and the San Marco Palace. The Best Western Montecarlo is located just behind San Marco Square and close to the most popular attractions. The San Marco Palace is housed in a charming Venetian house on San Marco Square.
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