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The traffic-free streets of the city are a joy to walk around. However, you could also opt for one of the boats that float on the city’s vast network of canals. Water buses are a cheaper option compared to a water taxi. Gondolas are a more romantic way of travel, but not very practical - or you could use the cheap traghetto gondola ferry. Regular ferries run from the city centre across to the Lido.
Get Around on a Gondola
Experience your very own Venetian fairytale and take a romantic gondola ride along the famous Grand Canal. Pass underneath the Rialto Bridge, with a gondolier warbling as he rows, and sail by historical buildings and pretty palaces. There is a tour to suit all, so if you'd prefer a guide that doesn't exercise his vocal chords you can opt for a quieter gondalier. Prices fluctuate so it's always worth trying to strike a deal with the gondaliers.
Venture to Venice's Lido
Take the vaporetto (public water bus) from Venice's historic centre and you'll soon be sitting on a sunbed between the Venetian Lagoon and the Adriatic Sea. This sandy spit is where everyone escapes the city's hustle and bustle and is a godsend during the hot, Italian summers. Here you'll find restaurants, shops and ice cream stores to make a day kicking back in the sand even more blissful.
Enjoy Elegant Evenings
There's plenty to do when the sun sets in the lagoon city. Join the locals in a post-work aperitivo in some of the city's trendy cafés and bars or catch a cocktail in the historical Il Caffe Rosso in the Campo Santo Margherita area. The young and young at heart head to popular drinking spots Al Merca or Bancogiro. If you're looking for something a little different the Prosciutteria Dok Dall'Ava is a tasty dinner stop with a twist, turning into a modern club on the terrace come evening.
Appreciate Venice's Art Scene
The city's contributions to art, history and architecture speaks for itself, but one thing you have to see to believe is the spectacular Peggy Guggenheim Collection of 20th century artwork. The third most visited museum in the city is tucked away in the 18th century Grand Canal palazzo and pays homage to some of the world's most prolific artists including Picasso. Other popular galleries include Punta della Dogana,Guidecca 795 Art Gallery and Bugno Art Gallery, where you'll stumble upon many international talents.
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