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Discovering Venice walking tour
Duration
2 to 3 hours
Overview
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Piazza San Marco with its majestic Basilica, the Doge's Palace, the Procuratie, the Bridge of Sighs, the Rialto Bridge ... besides being symbols of the Serenissima republic they represent its long history, its glories and greatness.
If the San Marco district is the heart of Venice, Piazza San Marco is certainly the pulsating center. Described as "the most beautiful square in the world", this square has always been the center of Venetian life, with its famous cafes and the atmosphere enlivened by the music.
The Basilica of San Marco, a Byzantine Venetian style architectural jewel, is located next to the Doge’s Palace and was used as the Doge's chapel, but it is also the mausoleum of the patron saint, whose life is narrated in the wall decorations of the golden mosaics.
Through narrow streets, small canals and ancient bridges, you will discover hidden places just a short walk from Piazza San Marco:
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