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AnyVenice is one of the most important and poplular holiday destinations in the world. Since the 18th centure Venice has been known for its beautiful cityscapes and uniqueness in it's rich musical and artistic cultural heritage. Venice cruise and stay holidays are a great way to enjoy the wonderful city before embarking on your cruise.
Going out was very good. Coming back a bit more chaotic, but not unexpected
We thoroughly enjoyed our cruise which was our first one. We were impressed by MSC Lirica and all the staff. The places visited were great but there were too many Cruise ships in the bay for Santorini a d there wasn't enough time to reach the top.
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Located in the Venetian lagoon, Giudecca Island is a small, attractive resort offering some lovely cafes, bars, and restaurants as well as pretty architecture. Over the years it has had a varied history, having been the home to some grand palaces and gardens, before becoming a centre of industry in the 20th century, particularly during World War II. One 16th century mansion has been converted into a beautiful luxury villa.
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Piazza San Marco – or St Mark’s Square – is the main square in Venice. It is one of the main attractions, and has had a vibrant role in Venetian history, having been a centre of politics, commerce, and religion over the years. Today it is one of Venice’s main attractions, being surrounded by beautiful architecture on all sides – including the magnificent Basilica di San Marco.
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This well-known, historic piece of architecture joins Venice’s prisons to Doge’s Palace – or more accurately, the interrogation rooms in the palace. Legend says that when prisoners of the 17th century crossed the bridge into the prison, they sighed at their last view of Venice – hence the name. Today the bridge also has romantic significance, with local lore saying that lovers who kiss beneath the bridge in a gondola will have a love that lasts forever.
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From the late 7th century until the late 18th, Venice had a system of doges, who acted as elected leaders of the region. Doge’s Palace – now known as Palazzo Ducale – was built in the 14th century as a residence for the doge, and for other political bodies. It was a venue used for debates, a court of law, grand events such as balls, and even had prison cells on the ground floor. The beautiful palace is located in Piazza San Marco, and was opened to visitors in 1923.
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Within Venice’s lagoon is the picturesque island of Burano, well known for its colourful buildings and pretty canals. First inhabited in the 6th century, Burano has long been a small fishing community, which rose in prominence with the production of lace in the 16th century – a tradition it is still known for today. Burano is a gorgeous spot to wander around, enjoy a gelato, and browse the fabulous range of intricate lace work which is available to purchase in varying forms.
Read moreThe main attraction of the city is its abundance of art and perfect old-fasioned streets on the canals. Of course the most famous attraction is the gondolas. The city is built on a group of 117 islands formed by 177 canals in a shallow lagoon, connected by 455 bridges. Venice is Europe's largest urban car free area. The main port of Venice is Marittima, with two main terminal buildings it is within perfect walking distance of the Piazzale Roma, the main car, taxi, and bus gateway into the historic center. Temperatures in Venice are perfect for summer cruises, mid-twenties, with light breases blowing across the canals every now and again.
The numerous wonderful attractions in Venice include, gondala rides down the canals, St Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, the Piazza San Marco, the Lido di Venezia, pizzarias and icecream parlours- perfect to extend your stay and explore more!
Venice is a fantastic city visit whether your departure point or port of call in a Mediterranean cruise. It’s also a stop on one of the many Luxury Cruises in Croatia that are on offer, giving you an extraordinary getaway that visits several prominent European cities in one holiday.
