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A wonderland of canals, gondolas, palazzos and museums, we all know Venice to be a city of extraordinary beauty. In the words of Byron this ‘fairy city of the heart’ is probably Italy’s most iconic and mesmerizing, and one of the most coveted weekend destinations in Europe. Use our guide to steer you round centuries’ worth of magnificent art, alfresco supper spots and the best traditional bars. We reveal secret cultural gems – and those who can organise to take you there after-hours – how to keep children amused and where to buy the softest leather shoes. Lose yourself exploring winding shadow-cast streets, or just sit in a café, the fresh breeze of the lagoon upon your face, and contemplate the majesty of a place where Casanova once lived and Byron wintered. And don’t make the mistake of thinking it’s not yet time to revisit Venice, for while in many ways the city has remained unchanged for years it is also in a state of flux with new hotels, museums and restaurants injecting a well-needed dose of modernity. La Serenissima’s foundations may be in danger of sinking, but when it comes to culture and art you can’t strike higher.

Globalista's Pick of the Press

04 June 2009 - The New York Times - Frog In Hand (Worth Two Glances)
07 June 2009 - The Independent - Revealed: The Bery Modern Treasure in Venie's Coffers
09 May 2009 - The Financial TImes - The Venice Biennale
07 May 2009 - The Telegraph - Geoffrey Palmer's heaven on earth: Venice
28 March 2009 - The Times - A Slow race over Venice's bridges

See the full archive of travel press articles for Venice.

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