Venice
Venice is a city surrounded by water, and with a romantic reputation. Situated between the sea and a lagoon, and made up of 118 islands joined by bridges, the city has a unique fantasy quality. Venice has long been an important trading post, and each occupier from ancient times has left their mark. Visit Venice and you can peel away the layers of history, one by one.

Things to do
Wherever our airport transfer may have taken you, there is sure to be loads to do nearby. Venice is a city full of surprises. Explore the sumptuous architecture of the city by gondola, water taxi or water bus. Hire a personal guide to show you hidden Venice. Explore the maze of narrow alleyways of the Cannaregio. Enjoy the wildlife of the lagoon. If it all gets too much, take a day trip to Lido island and simply bask in the sun.

Sightseeing
You are sure to see a little of Venice during your airport transfer, but there is much more to see besides! Venice is filled with churches, palaces and monuments. Discover the elaborate architecture of the city; Byzantine, Gothic, Roman, Classical and Renaissance styles have all left their mark. Venice is just as famous for its bridges as for its canals, so head to the Bridge of Sighs, or the Rialto. Tour the Accademia Galleries for an overview of Venetian painting through the ages, or view the modern art collection at the Guggenheim Museum.

Shopping
As you may see from your airport transfer, Venice is filled with a diverse range of shops. Venice has a history as an important trading post and so the emphasis here is on luxury goods. All the big names in fashion can be found here, but Venice is also filled with small boutiques selling exclusive, one-off, hand-crafted items. Take a trip to Murano to see the famous glass blowers at work, and take your pick from countless glass artefacts and works of art.

Nightlife
You may catch a glimpse of the vast array of nightlife Venice has to offer during your airport transfer. Take a moonlit gondola trip and be serenaded as you glide along the canal. Visit the famous Harry’s Bar, a favourite with Ernest Hemingway and Orson Welles. Plenty of bars in Venice stay open late, and many feature live music. Pay a visit to a traditional bacaro, a pub that serves only wine.

Eating out
Venice is home to an extensive variety of restaurants, serving cuisine from around the world, so there is sure to be something to suit every taste and every pocket. As you would expect from a city surrounded by water, there is plenty of local, fresh fish and seafood on offer. A typical Venetian classic is spaghetti with clams. Many restaurants have terraces, so you can dine by the waterside.

Where to stay
There is a wide range of accommodation in Venice, all served by our airport transfers, from luxury hotels to campsites for those who wish to get back to nature! It is wise to book accommodation in advance, as Venice has been known to become fully booked. There are many hotels, inns and family-run bed and breakfasts throughout the city. Self-catering apartments are also available for those who wish to get a flavour of life in Venice.