Schmap.com supports the following browsers:
PC
A truly unique city that has canals instead of streets, and water instead of traffic. Venice is the birthplace of
 Bridge of Sighs |
Sestiere di San Marco Venice 30124 Italy |
Some legends say that the Ponte dei Sospiri was called the Bridge of Sighs because it was a rendezvous for lovers; however, the truth tells a much sadder tale. The bridge, in fact was built to convey magistrates to the courts and prisoners to their fates. However, the Baroque bridge, designed by Antonio Contino, still has a very romantic air to it, and remains an important historical landmark in Venice today. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Elinar |
 Photo: Ilona Williamson |
 Photo: Mica Kerkdijk |
 Photo: Brittany Warman |
 Photo: Helena Hewet |
 Photo: Terry Doran  |
 Photo: Ray O'Hara |
 Photo: Kate Benusic |
 Photo: Pierre Metivier |
 Photo: PremiumP |
 Photo: Vince Hanks |
 Photo: R.I. Pienaar |
 Photo: Dan Walker |
 Photo: Randy Holder |
 Photo: Jason Ramsay |
 Photo: alfonsodeseo |
 Photo: Stephen Kent |
 Photo: D. Drake |
 Photo: tony welham |
 Photo: Simon Crockett |
 Photo: T. E. Watts |
 Photo: Liza Saguto |
 Photo: , |
 Photo: Simon Wong |
 Photo: Marla Jasko |
 Photo: Greg Moran |
 Photo: noelfriesen |
 Photo: john cleary |
 Photo: Laura Di Nicola |
 Photo: marybellino@prodigy.net |
 Photo: Jeremy |
 Photo: Nikola Skrtic |
 Photo: mezzarino1985 |
 Photo: RachaelMc |
 Photo: Ian Smith |
 Photo: Jeannine Brown |
 Photo: Eryn Yetts-Teeling |
|
Famous for its lace making |
Burano Venice 30012 Italy |
In this little town located on an island of the Venetian lagoon, the houses are painted in varied bright colors, giving a picturesque and cheerful character to the setting, which kids always love. Burano is famous for its lacemaking, a skill that has developed here since the 16th century; various shops offer lacemaking demonstrations. To admire more of this craft, head to the Museo del Merletto which displays all kinds of amazing lacework: tablecloths, fans, collars and shawls. To get there via vaporetto take line LN from the Fondamente Nove. The trip takes approximately 40-50 minutes and makes one stop on Murano. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: David Cunningham |
 Photo: filip nohe |
 Photo: mathmandan on Flickr |
 Photo: Peace Fang |
 Photo: Lachie Cox |
 Photo: Thomas Gasienica |
 Photo: Martin Reddington |
 Photo: odei |
 Photo: Felix the Cat |
 Photo: James Rowcroft |
 Photo: Giulia Sagramola |
 Photo: Chung-Chi Lo |
 Photo: Henry King |
 Photo: Ramon Sangüesa |
 Photo: Michelle Davies |
 Photo: Rafael Z |
 Photo: Martin Hadley |
 Photo: Dan Hart |
 Photo: Maximilian Passaghe |
 Photo: Alex '77 |
 Photo: rspeaker70115 |
 Photo: Raffaele Orefice |
 Photo: Kerry Laws |
 Photo: Laura Vercelloni |
 One of the world's most famous |
Piazza San Marco Venice 30124 Italy +39 (0)41 274 7966 http://www.carnevale.venezia.it/ ufficio.stampa@comune.venezia.it |
The Venice Carnival is a two-week celebration of mysterious masked balls, parades, theatrical productions, music and general gaiety. In the costumed tradition of carnivals of the 18th century, the streets and various venues throughout the city are filled with activity. The many masked balls and galas held throughout the festivities are a perfect opportunity to donn the traditional hoods, capes and black masks, concealing one's identify and making carnival mischief all the more fun! Many events and activities are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Roberto |
 Photo: Roberto Galvan |
 Photo: Edoardo Stefani |
 Photo: Kai Griffin |
 Photo: Eliseo M. |
 Photo: sabri Najafi |
 Photo: Pedro C. Santana |
 Photo: MaxCere |
 Photo: Chiara Baffè |
 Photo: Alberto Ferrero |
 Photo: Chiara Baffè |
 Photo: MaxCere |
 Photo: Eliseo M. |
 Photo: Edoardo Stefani |
 Photo: zetadiesse@yahoo.it |
 Photo: Roberto |
 Photo: Lisa Palma Chetelat |
 Photo: Cristina Zanoni |
 Photo: skykermit |
 Photo: Pierdante Romei |
 Photo: Flaminia Nobili |
 Photo: Andrea Garutti |
 Photo: Etienne Polet |
 Photo: Gaston Batistini |
 Photo: Romano 54 |
 Photo: Renate F. |
 Photo: silvia pighetti |
 Photo: Gianluca Pavarini |
|
Benedictine church designed by Andrea Palladio |
Isola di San Giorgio Venice 30100 Italy |
There is little more than this church on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore. The Benedictine Convent Church was built at the beginning of the year 1000, and was redesigned by Andrea Palladio in 1566. Its interior, which receives plenty of natural light, is full of works of art, amongst which are 'The Last Supper' and 'The Harvest' by Manna di Tintoretto, as well as murals by Tintoretto and Carpaccio. The bell tower offers one of the most beautiful views of San Marco in Venice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Dirk Paessler |
 Photo: Alex Hung |
 Photo: Christopher Cotrell |
 Photo: Terry Clinton |
 Works Of Art |
San Marco 1 Entrance for the public: Porta del Frumento, Piazzetta San Marco Venice 30124 Italy +39 0412 715 911 http://www.museicivicivenezian... mkt.musei@comune.venezia.it |
Located next to the Basilica di San Marco, the Doge's Palace has been the symbol of Venice's political life and public administration for hundreds of years. The building has been continuously evolving into its present form since 1340, even though its foundations date back to the early Middle Ages (10th century). Considered a masterpiece of the Gothic style, it has been destroyed many times, most notably during the fire of 1106. It was rebuilt by Barbarossa in 1177 and modified over the time by the different Dogi reigning in Venice. More than a palace, the Palazzo Ducale is an extensive infrastructure, comprising the apartments of the doge (often used as an exhibition space), the government quarters and the palace of justice. When visiting the palace, many parts are worth the detour. In the Museo dell'Opera, you'll see the remaining pieces of the building's medieval facades as well as a collection of sculptures dating from the 14th and 15th Centuries. Before heading towards the Doge's apartments, you'll enter the magnificent courtyard. Take some time to walk alongside the Loggias to enjoy the various angles of the Palazzo. In addition to the Institutional Chambers and the Prisons, take some time to see the great collection of weapons and armaments in the Armoury. Admission: EUR 13 - includes admission to all the museums in Piazza San Marco plus one other museum run by the Musei Civici Veneziani. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Josep Maria Sempere Coll |
 Photo: Matthew Trentacoste |
 Photo: Lee |
 Photo: Guido A.J. Stevens |
 Photo: Dr J Bowman |
 Photo: Mike Scoltock |
 Photo: Paul Wilson |
 Photo: wonkenstein |
 Photo: Tania De la Paz |
 Photo: Jon Mercer |
 Photo: Natalie A. Houston |
 Photo: Dan Lang |
 Photo: N/M/A |
 Photo: Dirk Seyfert |
 Photo: Chris Bore |
 Photo: antonia manoochehri |
 Photo: marxmash |
 Photo: Kim Roper |
 Photo: John Gevers |
 Photo: Debbie Uy |
 Photo: Daniel Palmer |
 Photo: Nicole Poirier |
 Photo: Anna Ohland |
 Photo: Arielle McGrail |
 Photo: DCandRC |
 Photo: Cody Badger |
 Photo: atldutch |
 Photo: The Divine Miss K |
 Photo: Donna Rothery |
 Photo: John Honeywell |
 Photo: Sara Bee |
 Photo: Amanda Link |
 Photo: George Wood |
 Photo: Guy K.T.Heah |
 Photo: Sandomir |
|
Italian works from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries |
2076 Santa Croce Venice 30135 Italy +39 41 72 1127 |
This museum offers international art of the 19th and 20th centuries. Amongst the exhibits here are works by Ciardi, Favretto, Klee, Arp, and Kandinsky. You'll also find works by Ernst, Mirò and Calder. Originally opened as an exhibition of avant-garde works, it now displays mostly Italian artists from the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as foreign artists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Lara Scouller |
|
Fundamental stage of Italian art history |
Accademia, Dorsoduro Venice 30124 Italy +39 41 522 2247 |
Located in the old church and school of the Carità, this building was partly built in 1100 and finished in the 14th century. The Academy of Fine Arts was started here by the Napoleonic government. In its 24 rooms, it displays works of Italian art, by artists such as Andrea Mantegna, Piero Della Francesca, Cosmè Tura, and Giovanni Bellini. Other artists include Giorgione, Tintoretto, Paris Bordone, and Moretto Da Brescia and lots more. Admission: EUR 6.50. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
|
Home of the famous glassware |
Isola di Murano Venice 30141 Italy +39 739586 |
This island in the Venetian lagoon is famous for the glassware it produces. Don't miss the opportunity to see glass-blowers at work; it certainly requires extreme skill to take a lump of glass and turn it into glassware. Most glass workshops and factories can be visited free of charge, and more glassware can be admired at the Museo Vetrario, which displays the history of Venetian glass through the course of time. Nearly all the shops on the island cater to the glass trade. Take advantage of the lean crowds during the off-season winter months. To get there via vaporetto, take either line 41, 42 or DM from Fondamente Nuove or 71 & 72 from San Zaccaria or Piazzale Roma. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Gaëtan Bourque |
 Photo: Subrahmanyam Chavali |
 Photo: Howard Stanbury |
 Photo: jfolkmann |
 Photo: Ellis Hall |
 Photo: Kenneth Liu |
 Photo: Jen Whelan |
 Photo: Tony Bacigalupo |
 Photo: Sarah Ramspott |
 Photo: jaki good |
 Photo: Francesco Lodolo |
 Photo: sara simpson |
 Photo: Fleur-Ange Lamothe |
 Photo: Patrick Fitzgerald |
 Photo: Kris Calhoun |
 Photo: Jill Parish |
 Photo: Caroline Lufti |
 Photo: Celia Marsh |
 Photo: Ron Rademaker |
 Photo: Joey Cheng |
 Photo: Marcus Puschmann |
 Photo: Colleen Hood |
 Photo: Alexis Sweet |
 Photo: Paul Si, Malaysia |
 Photo: Alan |
 Photo: pmauro2001 |
 Photo: Enrico Camporese |
 Photo: writing |
|
Works of art, furniture and furnishings |
Ca' Rezzonico (S. Barnaba)- Dorsoduro Venice, Venice 30123 Italy +39 41 520 4036 / +39 41 241 0100 |
Located in Ca'Rezzonico, this was the last building planned by Baldassare Longhena. The interior is a reconstruction of an 18th-century palace, with original restored furnishings. The Venetian decor is splendid, particularly in the ballroom with its stunning trompe l'oeil, and the nuptial room, which has richly decorated dressing tables. Both, the beautiful furnishings as well as the many works of art are worth checking out. There are frescoes by Tiepolo and paintings by Guardi, Canaletto and Longhi. The admission is 6.50 Euro for adults and 4.50 Euro for students. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
 Traditional Tavern |
Ruga Rialto, 692 Venice 30124 Italy +39 41 521 1243 |
The atmosphere in this typical Venetian tavern with its wooden furniture is warm and welcoming, the traditional 'Ombra' (glass of wine) can be enjoyed in the morning as an aperitif as well as in the evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: beccabas |
 A regatta open to everyone |
Bacino San Marco (St. Mark's Square) Venice 30124 Italy +39 41 521 0544 http://www.vogalonga.it info@vogalonga.it |
On the first Sunday after the Ascension, this regatta, which was first held in 1975 has become one of the town's biggest events, is open to everyone and all types of boats. It is held on Venice's main canals, the Canal Grande and the Canale di Cannaregio, and goes down San Marco early in the morning. Even if you do not participate in the water action, it is fun to watch and cheer on the competitors who come from all over the world. The race starts at St. Mark's Basin with more than 50 rowing teams participating. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Gabriella Alu' |
 Photo: Gabriella Alu' |
 Photo: Austrian_Joe |
 Photo: Thomas Guignard |
 Photo: Gerald Grunwald |
 Photo: Bruno M---e--i |
 Photo: Cristina Croze |