Destination: |
Even recreation comes in a cultured form in Venice – think classical music and performance arts rather than late-night bars and nightclubs. Noise controls in Venice means that nightclubs (discoteca) cannot really thrive here and it is not unusual to find streets that were buzzing at daytime to be stone dead by 11pm.
Some of the better areas for evening atmosphere are the wine bar-rich areas of Campo Santa Margherita, and in San Polo, Dorsoduro and Canneregio – for a real treat take afternoon cocktails at a refined celebrity haunt like Harry's Bar, Florian or Quadri. Nightclubbers head for venues in mainland Mestre and the Lido. Charming open areas like Piazza San Marco, Campo San Luca, San Bartolomeo and Santa Margherita are where Venetians gather for alfreco socialising.
Venice has a strong classical music scene – top venues to hear Baroque classics from the likes of Vivaldi include Chiesa di Santa Maria delta Pieta, Chiesa di San Bartolomeo and Chiesa delle Zitelle on Giudecca. San Marco's Scuola Grande di San Teodoro and San Polo's Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista also host concerts, where musicians don 18th century costume and masks, giving an idiosyncratic take on famous works.
Jazz has a fair following in the city though major pop and rock acts more often appear in Padua or Mestre rather than Venice itself. The Teatro Goldoni hosts a Contemporary Music Festival in October.
Performance art afficionados welcomed the recent return of Venice's opera treasure, the Teatro La Fenice, decimated by fire in 1996. La Fenice also hosts high-calibre ballet, music and theater.
Principal theater venues in Venice include Teatro Goldoni – between the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square - Teatro Fenice, Teatro Malibran and Teatro Italia; all boasting beautiful interiors.
The outstanding Biennale festival showcases some of the world's leading contemporary artists in music, theater, art, dance, cinema and architecture at choice venues every two years. The next festival runs from June to October 2005.
Venice has quite a small number of cinemas: most are on the Mestre mainland. English language films are shown at the large and modern Giorgione Movie d'Essai cinema in Cannaregio on Tuesdays. The revered Accademia in Dorsoduro shows a wide range of American and independent films. Dubbed American and European films get an airing at the open-air Summer Arena in Campo San Polo. Meanwhile, film buffs arrive en mass at Lido in late August for the 62nd Venice Film Festival.
Venice's regattas and races offer unique sporting entertainment, and visitors are even invited to join in the Vogalonga Marathon on Ascension Day in May – simply hire a rowing boat from a club such as Reale Società Canottieri Bucintoro. Other popular spectator events include the Murano Regatta (July 3rd) – where skilled boatsmen race through the island's network of canals; the annual International Triathlon (August 6th) on the Lido; the costumed Regatta Storica in September and the Venice Marathon in October.
AC Venezia play home football fixtures at the Stadio Pierluigi Penzo from September to May. Lido Island offers eight miles of clean, sandy beach with a range of activities plus tennis courts and the classy Alberoni Golf Club inland. Most of the beaches are accessible a short distance from the ferry terminal linking ferries to Venice.
The Venice Tourist Board and Ospite di Venezia have detailed entertainment listings, whilst the fortnightly guide 'A Guest in Venice' is available from many hotels.
| Belmond Hotel CiprianiGiudecca, 10 - 30133 Venice - Veneto - Italy At the heart of the city, yet set apart from its busiest squares, this is where the glamour of Italy's dolce vita meets true Venetian style |
| Best Western Hotel Cavalletto E Doge OrseoloPiazza San Marco 1107, Venezia, I-30124, Italy Best Western Hotel Cavalletto Venice Hotel is the ideal Venice hotel accommodation spot for tourists and business travellers. Offering amenities and services to suit the needs of all travellers, this Best Western Hotel Cavalletto Venice Hotel has become a favourite... |
| Best Western Premier Hotel Sant' ElenaCalle Buccari 10, Venezia, 30132, Italy Description Close to the gardens of the Biennale, this hotel in Venice was formerly an old convent which has been completely restored respecting the original architecture and atmosphere. Elegant and sober furnishings, which perfectly blend... |
| Best Western Albergo San MarcoPiazza San Marco 877,, Venezia, I-30124, Italy The Best Western Albergo San Marco hotel is brilliantly located within close proximity to Saint Mark’s Square in the heart of the Venice, Italy.... |
Giudecca, 810 - 30133 Venice - Veneto - Italy Of all Venice hotels, Hilton Molino Stucky is without doubt among the most impressive. Located on the island of Giudecca, and within easy reach of Venice airport by water taxi, Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice is ideal. You might be coming to visit attractions such as the... more |
Castello 4196 - Venice - Italy I-30122 Hotel Description: The Hotel Danieli is a masterfully restored palace synonymous with the splendor and romance of Venice. We are just steps away from the Piazza San Marco and its Basilica as well as legendary sites such as the Doge's Palace... more |
Campo Santa Maria del Giglio - Venice - I-30124 - Italy Located on the Grand Canal, Starwood Gritti Palace Venice Hotel was built in 1525 as the residence of the Doge of Venice, Andrea Gritti. Blessed with breathtaking views of the Grand Canal and surrounded by a host of... more |
San Marco, 1243 - Venice 30124 - Italy In a beautiful, aristocratic setting, and thanks to significant restoration, the Luna Hotel Baglioni Rome, a member of Leading Hotels of the World, guarantees guests a magical stay with its magnificent ornamentation and beautiful paintings. The stamp of glamour and sophistication... more |
San Marco 2159 Venice Italy 30124 The Westin Europa and Regina Venice Hotel is brilliantly located on the Grand Canal just minutes away from Piazza San Marco. Even though the building was upgraded to add modern... more |
Riva Degli Schiavoni, 4110 The Hotel Gabrielli Sandwirth, a XIV century palazzo, one of the most exclusive hotels in Venice, is run by the Perkhofer family who can boast of 150 years in the hotelkeeping trade. The interiors, spacious and elegant, have period furnishings and exquisite Murano glass,... more |
Castello, Ponte Dei Greci 3405 - 30122 Venice - Veneto - Italy Newly created from an 600-year-old Italian palazzo, the Liassidi Palace Hotel embraces the future while enjoying a love affair with the past. Soaring ceilings, wrought iron screens, Gothic windows, and marble floors proclaim the grandeur of Venice, while sumptuous furnishings... more |
San Marco 1332 Venice 30124 Italy Formerly a 17th century palace, the remarkable Venice Hotel Monaco and Grand Canal is located only a few steps away from the impressive St Mark's Square. Offering elegant surroundings, Venice Hotel Monaco and Grand Canal is steeped in history. |
Viale Ancona, 2 30172 Venecia Mestre, Italy DescriptionDirecty connected with the Laguna Palace, the Conference Center is a futuristic auditorium with high and estensive technology. Ideal to cater for any convention or meeting, thanks to its genious modular system (with space enough for 750 people... more |
Santa Croce 245, Giardini Papadopoli, 30135 Venezia, Italy Description Sofitel Venezia Hotel, located in the land of perfect artistic culture and distinguished history, stands on the Tolentini canal in |
San Marco Mercerie, 760,30124 Venice,Italy Located in the heart of the historical part of Venice, just in the city center. Only a short distance to San Marco Square and the Rialto bridge. The Starhotel Splendid Suisse stands on the banks of the most famous city on water. Reachable by gondola, which can anchor... more |
San Marco, 202/a Mercerie dell'Orologio 30124 Venezia Italy Beautiful, luxurious and comfortable, the Torre Dell'Orologio Suites Venice hotel is located in a quiet alleyway of the Mercerie in the heart of Venice. The Torre Dell'Orologio Suites Venice hotel derives its name after the famous "Orologio" clock which... more |
Viale Dandolo 29, Venezia, I-30126, Italy Restaurant; buffet breakfast included; lounge; hairdryer in room; laundry and valet services; convention facilities for up to 80 people; baby-sitting service; private beach with extra charge; air conditioning; tennis and golf within 8 kilometres; free parking; pets... more |
San Marco 2494 - Campo Santa Maria Del Giglio, Venezia, I-30124, Italy Best Western Hotel Ala Venice is a conveniently located tourist haven for business and leisure travellers arriving in San Marco, Italy.... more |
Riva Degli Schiavoni, Calle Della Pieta-3651, Venezia, I-30122, Italy A traditional Venetian intimate little hotel, located just off one of the city's most majestic waterfront promenades, the Riva Schiavoni, within easy strolling distance of St. Mark's Square and all the sights.The hotel occupies a completely restored 16th century palace,... more |
Via Piave 214, Venezia, I-30171, Italy Best Western Hotel Bologna is in the perfect location to enjoy both Venice and Veneto. Right in front of Venice Mestre railway station, 10 minutes away from the Grand Canal by train, close to highway & airport, private parking , comfortable rooms and suites, surprisingly... more |
Calle Specchiere 463-San Marco, Venezia, 00000, Italy Located a few steps from San Marco Square, in an antique XVII century palace, the Best Western Hotel Montecarlo is the ideal point to stroll around the most important historical - cultural monuments and shopping areas. The hotel and its famous restaurant "Antico... more |
Riviera San Nicolo 16, Venezia, I-30126, Italy The Best Western Hotel Villa Mabapa is a Villa set in a garden with cedars and butterbush, 300 metres from the beach, 10 minutes by ferry boat from Piazza San Marco, and overlooking the stretch of lagoon, which was the waterway entrance during the period of ?Serenissima?... more |
Holiday Inn Venice Marghera Hotel Rotonda Romea 1/2,Marghera - Venice,30175 Italy Description Venice... more |
Piazza San Marco 905 Calle dei Fabbri 30124 Venezia Italy Welcome to Venice, the jewel of the Mediterranean. Welcome to the Ambassador Tre Rose Venice hotel. The Ambassador Tre Rose Venice hotel is located in St. Mark's Square, in the heart of Venice. From here travellers can access Venice's main locations. For... more |
Riviera San Nicolò, Venice Lido, 30126 Venice, Italy Hotel IntroductionCharming standard class hotel with 29 rooms, located in a quiet area near St Mark's Square. Our hotel is an ideal place for vacationers as well as for business travelers. One can also enjoy the magical atmosphere of the International Film... more |
848 Venice 30124 Italy The San Marco Hotels group proposes one of its most romantic hotels to the traveller who is planning a stay in the most beautiful city in the world. The San Marco square is the jewel of Venice and in this jewel is set the Royal San Marco. The hotel... more |
Piazza San Marco 875 Ponte dei Dai 30124 Venezia Italy Going to Venice shouldn't mean that you give up all the comfort and familiarity of your home. Come to the San Marco Palace Suites Venice hotel - a traveller's home away from home. The Marco Palace Suites Venice hotel is located in the middle of St. Mark's Square, a melting... more |
San Marco - Calle Specchieri Venice Italy Housed in a 15th century building in the heart of the city. Completely refurbished, it offers a cozy atmosphere of a Venetian home. Hotel is situated at 100 meters from St. Mark Square. more |
Gran Viale S.M.Elisabetta 51, Venice Lido, 30126 Venice, Italy Hotel IntroductionOccupying three floors and equipped with a lift, the Hotel Cristallo is located in a charming palace dating from the 10th century and boasts the simple and elegant lines of the Renaissance. The internal fittings and furnishings bear the... more |
Get Listed | Advertise | Contact | Terms | Privacy Policy | Legal | Mismi Digital | Partners | Sitemap