{"id":38775,"date":"2026-07-13T15:45:24","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T13:45:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/?p=38775"},"modified":"2026-07-13T16:10:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T14:10:10","slug":"first-visit-to-venice-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/first-visit-to-venice-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"First time in Venice: tips, attraction and neighborhoods to visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you are planning your first time in Venice, this guide will take you step-by-step: from must-see attractions to the most beautiful neighborhoods to explore, from the best time to visit to practical tips for getting around stress-free. You will also find skip-the-line tickets and experiences to book in advance, allowing you to enjoy the city without wasting time in queues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to get around Venice during your first visit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Walking is the most practical, economical, and fastest way to discover Venice: its narrow streets (<em>calli<\/em>) and characteristic bridges are meant to be experienced on foot, one step at a time. For longer journeys or to reach the lagoon islands, the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/vaporetto-venice-public-transport-ticket-actv\/?_gl=1*1ooslph*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTIyODIzNTc1Mi4xNzgzOTQ4NzU0*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NDg3NTMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NDg3NTMkajYwJGwwJGg3MjA4Nzg5OTc.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NDg3NTMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NDg3NTMkajYwJGwwJGg1MTA3ODg3MTU.\">vaporetto<\/a><\/em> (water bus) is the most convenient public transport, while water taxis remain a more exclusive and expensive option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In autumn and winter,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/high-water-venice-guide-preparation\/?_gl=1*xrvq7i*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTg4OTU1NTA1Mi4xNzgzOTUwMzc5*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzkkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzkkajYwJGwwJGgxMTk1NzYyMjMz*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzkkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzkkajYwJGwwJGgyNzg5ODIxMjA.\"> <em>acqua alta<\/em><\/a> (high tide) can occur: always check the tide schedules before heading out and bring waterproof boots with you. In summer, on the other hand, the heat can be intense: keep a water bottle handy to refill at the many public fountains scattered around the city.<\/p>\n\n\n<article class=\"item_card card__horizontal-pass\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/vaporetto-venice-public-transport-ticket-actv\/\" title=\"Venice: ACTV Daily Vaporetto Pass\" class=\"card__container card__container--horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"photo-container__horizontal-pass\"><picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/iStock-1270204027-300x300.jpg\" class=\"card__photo\" alt=\"Venice: ACTV Daily Vaporetto Pass\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/iStock-1270204027-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/iStock-1270204027-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/iStock-1270204027-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"details__horizontal-pass\"><div> <header class=\"details-header__horizontal-pass\"><h2 class=\"details-title__horizontal-pass\">Venice: ACTV Daily Vaporetto Pass<\/h2><\/header><div class=\"details-content__horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"card__pricing\">\n    <div class=\"card__pricing-content\">\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-label\">Starting from<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-price-low\">\n            <span class=\"price-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"custom-price discounted\"><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>28,90&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/span>\n    <span class=\"custom-regular-price\"><del><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>29,90&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/del><\/span><\/span>        <\/span>\n    <\/div>\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-content-cta\">\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-cta\">\n                <span class=\"cta-text\">Book<\/span>\n                <span class=\"cta-icon\"><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/article>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When to visit Venice: the best season<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every season in Venice tells a different story about the city, and there is no wrong time to go: it just depends on what you are looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/how-to-dress-spring-venice\/?_gl=1*g1i4h0*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODk3NzkwMjIxLjE3ODM5NTAzNzU.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzUkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzUkajYwJGwwJGg3MDg1MzI4MTk.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzUkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzUkajYwJGwwJGgxMjcwMjk2MTk1\">Spring<\/a>:<\/strong> Mild weather and clear skies, ideal for enjoying the city and events like the Venice Biennale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/visiting-venice-summer-what-to-wear\/?_gl=1*wv8w3h*_up*MQ..*_ga*MzM2NTMzNzg1LjE3ODM5NTAzNzI.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzIkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzIkajYwJGwwJGgxMjk4MDUwNzI3*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzIkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzIkajYwJGwwJGg3NTE4MTE1OTQ.\">Summer<\/a>:<\/strong> Venice comes alive with tourists, crowded terraces, and warm days. It is a great time for boat trips and reaching the beaches of Lido, but expect larger crowds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/what-to-wear-venice-autumn-clothing-guide\/?_gl=1*1h7cfao*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTIyODU2MTYwOC4xNzgzOTUwMzc3*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzYkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzYkajYwJGwwJGgxMzMwMDk3NDEw*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzYkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzYkajYwJGwwJGg3NjgxODkzMTU.\">Autumn<\/a>:<\/strong> Pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists, perfect for visiting monuments at a leisurely pace. The <em>Regata Storica<\/em> (Historical Regatta) brings a festive and traditional atmosphere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/how-to-dress-venice-winter-tips\/?_gl=1*5qxgy7*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTQ2MDM3NDA5Mi4xNzgzOTUwMzc2*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzUkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzUkajYwJGwwJGgxNTIwOTA1MDQw*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzUkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzUkajYwJGwwJGgyMDMyMTM4MDg0\">Winter<\/a>:<\/strong> Less crowded and full of indoor events like the Carnival, offering a more intimate and cultural experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Must-see attractions for your first time in Venice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>St. Mark&#8217;s Basilica<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An absolute masterpiece of Byzantine and Gothic architecture, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/whats-inside-st-marks-basilica-venice-history-what-to-see-tips\/?_gl=1*3mvm0x*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTkxNjYyNDM2MS4xNzgzOTUwMzgw*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzkkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzkkajYwJGwwJGgzNjUwMjE0MjU.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzkkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzkkajYwJGwwJGgxMjYyOTYyMjI5\">St. Mark&#8217;s Basilica<\/a> is the spiritual and symbolic heart of Venice. Its façade, with its five domes and over $8,000\\text{ square meters}$ of golden mosaics, tells centuries of history through sacred images and influences from Constantinople. Inside, the polychrome marble floors, the <em>Pala d&#8217;Oro<\/em>, and the treasury kept within the basilica make the visit a total immersion into ancient and lavish Venice. It is worth arriving early in the morning when the light pours in through the high windows and the square is still quiet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Find out more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/product-category\/tour-en\/?_gl=1*1sycm09*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTc5MDk2ODQ0NC4xNzgzOTQ4NzY0*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NDg3NjMkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODM5NTAxNTEkajYwJGwwJGgxMzUwMzY5Nzc0*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NDg3NjMkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODM5NTAxNTEkajYwJGwwJGgxMzkwNTE0ODkz\">St. Mark&#8217;s Basilica<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<article class=\"item_card card__horizontal-pass\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/guided-tour-of-st-marks-basilica-and-san-marco-history-gallery\/\" title=\"Guided Tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and San Marco History Gallery\" class=\"card__container card__container--horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"photo-container__horizontal-pass\"><picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tour-guidato-basilica-di-san-marco-e-galleria-storica-di-san-marco-1-300x300.jpeg\" class=\"card__photo\" alt=\"tour-guidato-basilica-di-san-marco-e-galleria-storica-di-san-marco \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tour-guidato-basilica-di-san-marco-e-galleria-storica-di-san-marco-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tour-guidato-basilica-di-san-marco-e-galleria-storica-di-san-marco-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tour-guidato-basilica-di-san-marco-e-galleria-storica-di-san-marco-1-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"details__horizontal-pass\"><div> <header class=\"details-header__horizontal-pass\"><h2 class=\"details-title__horizontal-pass\">Guided Tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and San Marco History Gallery<\/h2><\/header><div class=\"details-content__horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"card__pricing\">\n    <div class=\"card__pricing-content\">\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-label\">Starting from<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-price-low\">\n            <span class=\"price-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"custom-price\"><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>42,00&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/span>\n    <\/span>        <\/span>\n    <\/div>\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-content-cta\">\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-cta\">\n                <span class=\"cta-text\">Book<\/span>\n                <span class=\"cta-icon\"><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/article>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Doge&#8217;s Palace<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The historic residence of the doges and the seat of political power of the Venetian Republic for centuries, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/doges-palace-venice\/?_gl=1*bu5a3e*_up*MQ..*_ga*NTA5NzI3NzAuMTc4Mzk1MDM4MA..*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzkkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzkkajYwJGwwJGgzMzAzMTc3MTk.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzkkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzkkajYwJGwwJGgyMDc2MzcxMzYw\">Doge&#8217;s Palace<\/a> is an extraordinary example of Venetian Gothic architecture, featuring an openwork façade overlooking the St. Mark&#8217;s Basin. Inside, you will find rooms frescoed by Tintoretto and Veronese, the spectacular Chamber of the Great Council, and the austere prison quarters. The prisons are connected to the palace by the famous Bridge of Sighs—where, according to legend, convicts took a final glimpse at freedom before entering their cells. A visit here blends art, power, and stories of political intrigue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Find out more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/product-category\/tour-en\/?_gl=1*1sycm09*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTc5MDk2ODQ0NC4xNzgzOTQ4NzY0*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NDg3NjMkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODM5NTAxNTEkajYwJGwwJGgxMzUwMzY5Nzc0*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NDg3NjMkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODM5NTAxNTEkajYwJGwwJGgxMzkwNTE0ODkz\">Doge&#8217;s Palace<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<article class=\"item_card card__horizontal-pass\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/skip-the-line-ticket-for-the-doges-palace-and-audioguide\/\" title=\"Doge&#039;s Palace Reserved Entry Ticket\" class=\"card__container card__container--horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"photo-container__horizontal-pass\"><picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2019_04_01_palazzo-ducale-300x300.jpg\" class=\"card__photo\" alt=\"Doge&#039;s Palace Reserved Entry Ticket\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2019_04_01_palazzo-ducale-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2019_04_01_palazzo-ducale-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2019_04_01_palazzo-ducale-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"details__horizontal-pass\"><div> <header class=\"details-header__horizontal-pass\"><h2 class=\"details-title__horizontal-pass\">Doge's Palace Reserved Entry Ticket<\/h2><\/header><div class=\"details-content__horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"card__pricing\">\n    <div class=\"card__pricing-content\">\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-label\">Starting from<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-price-low\">\n            <span class=\"price-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"custom-price discounted\"><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>42,90&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/span>\n    <span class=\"custom-regular-price\"><del><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>53,00&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/del><\/span><\/span>        <\/span>\n    <\/div>\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-content-cta\">\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-cta\">\n                <span class=\"cta-text\">Book<\/span>\n                <span class=\"cta-icon\"><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/article>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rialto Bridge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/visit-rialto-bridge-venice\/?_gl=1*1x264th*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTM4Nzc5NjU3My4xNzgzOTUwMzgz*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzODMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODMkajYwJGwwJGgxMDg2NTgzMTQy*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzODMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODMkajYwJGwwJGgzNzY1MzgzMA..\">The oldest and most famous bridge over the Grand Cana<\/a>l, dating back to the 16th century: an unmissable crossing point and viewpoint. Built based on a design by Antonio da Ponte, it is much more than just a crossing: its historic shops, once reserved for goldsmiths and merchants, now house stores and boutiques. From the top of the arch, you can enjoy one of the most photographed views of the city. Crossing it at sunset, when the golden light reflects on the water and gondolas glide beneath its arches, is an experience that every first-time visitor to Venice should experience at least once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Grand Canal and Gondola Ride<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly four kilometers long, the Grand Canal is the city&#8217;s main water artery and a true open-air museum. More than 170 historic palaces line its banks, bearing witness to the commercial and artistic wealth of the <em>Serenissima<\/em>. Exploring it by gondola <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/venice-grand-canal-gondola-and-secret-canals\/?_gl=1*u0or6y*_up*MQ..*_ga*NjYxNzM1NzAyLjE3ODM5NDg3Njg.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NDg3NjckbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NDg3NjckajYwJGwwJGgxOTIzNDQ3MDYz*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NDg3NjckbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NDg3NjckajYwJGwwJGgyMTE3NjM5MjM0\">(shared<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/venice-exclusive-private-gondola-ride-on-the-grand-canal\/?_gl=1*1o9ngkn*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTA2NDkwNTEzOC4xNzgzOTQ4Nzcx*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NDg3NzAkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NDg3NzAkajYwJGwwJGgxMDY1Njc1MzY2*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NDg3NzAkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NDg3NzAkajYwJGwwJGg2OTQ0MDIxMA..\">private<\/a>), lulled by the slow rhythm of the oar, allows you to discover hidden corners and secondary canals inaccessible on foot. Meanwhile, the Line 1 <em>vaporetto<\/em> offers a cheaper alternative to admire the entire route from St. Mark&#8217;s to the Santa Lucia railway station.<\/p>\n\n\n<article class=\"item_card card__horizontal-pass\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/venice-exclusive-private-gondola-ride-on-the-grand-canal\/\" title=\"Private Gondola Ride in Venice (Max 5 Guests)\" class=\"card__container card__container--horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"photo-container__horizontal-pass\"><picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Gondola-2-300x300.jpg\" class=\"card__photo\" alt=\"Private Gondola Ride in Venice (Max 5 Guests)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Gondola-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Gondola-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Gondola-2-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"details__horizontal-pass\"><div> <header class=\"details-header__horizontal-pass\"><h2 class=\"details-title__horizontal-pass\">Private Gondola Ride in Venice (Max 5 Guests)<\/h2><\/header><div class=\"details-content__horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"card__pricing\">\n    <div class=\"card__pricing-content\">\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-label\">Starting from<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-price-low\">\n            <span class=\"price-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"custom-price discounted\"><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>149,00&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/span>\n    <span class=\"custom-regular-price\"><del><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>165,00&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/del><\/span><\/span>        <\/span>\n    <\/div>\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-content-cta\">\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-cta\">\n                <span class=\"cta-text\">Book<\/span>\n                <span class=\"cta-icon\"><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/article>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Peggy Guggenheim Collection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Housed in the unfinished Palazzo Venier dei Leoni overlooking the Grand Canal, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection is one of Europe&#8217;s most important museums of modern and contemporary art. The rooms showcase works by Picasso, Dalí, Kandinsky, Pollock, and Magritte, alongside a sculpture garden that directly overlooks the water. For anyone who loves 20th-century art, it offers a completely different perspective on the city compared to the great Byzantine and Renaissance masterpieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>St. Mark&#8217;s Campanile (Bell Tower)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Standing nearly $99\\text{ meters}$ tall,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/why-its-worth-visiti-st-marks-campanile-history-tips-and-panoramic-views\/?_gl=1*15mysj5*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTcwNzkyMTc2Ni4xNzgzOTUwMzg0*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzODMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODMkajYwJGwwJGg4ODMxMDM0Mjc.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzODMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODMkajYwJGwwJGgxNzczOTA2MjY5\"> St. Mark&#8217;s Campanile <\/a>dominates the square and the lagoon. Its summit offers a 360-degree view stretching from the red roofs of the historic center to the islands of Murano, Burano, and San Giorgio Maggiore, with the Alps visible on the clearest days. Going up during the first few days of your trip also helps you get your bearings and easily spot the neighborhoods and monuments you will explore next.<\/p>\n\n\n<article class=\"item_card card__horizontal-pass\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/campanile-and-historical-gallery-tickets-priority-entry\/\" title=\"Tickets for the Bell Tower and the historic gallery of St. Mark&#039;s Square\" class=\"card__container card__container--horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"photo-container__horizontal-pass\"><picture><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1-biglietti-campanile-e-galleria-storia-di-venezia-300x300.jpg\" class=\"card__photo\" alt=\"biglietti-campanile-e-galleria-storia-di-venezia\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1-biglietti-campanile-e-galleria-storia-di-venezia-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1-biglietti-campanile-e-galleria-storia-di-venezia-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1-biglietti-campanile-e-galleria-storia-di-venezia-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"details__horizontal-pass\"><div> <header class=\"details-header__horizontal-pass\"><h2 class=\"details-title__horizontal-pass\">Tickets for the Bell Tower and the historic gallery of St. Mark's Square<\/h2><\/header><div class=\"details-content__horizontal-pass\"><div class=\"card__pricing\">\n    <div class=\"card__pricing-content\">\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-label\">Starting from<\/span>\n        <span class=\"card__pricing-price-low\">\n            <span class=\"price-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"custom-price discounted\"><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>38,00&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/span>\n    <span class=\"custom-regular-price\"><del><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi>48,00&nbsp;<span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&euro;<\/span><\/bdi><\/span><\/del><\/span><\/span>        <\/span>\n    <\/div>\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-content-cta\">\n            <div class=\"card__pricing-cta\">\n                <span class=\"cta-text\">Book<\/span>\n                <span class=\"cta-icon\"><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/article>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The top 3 neighborhoods to explore<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>San Marco<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The beating heart and historic showcase of the city, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/what-to-see-in-st-marks-square-venice-attractions-museums-tips\/?_gl=1*1oh2h0i*_up*MQ..*_ga*NDI1MjkyMjQ4LjE3ODM5NTAzODg.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzODckbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODckajYwJGwwJGg1MzAzOTYxMzk.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzODckbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODckajYwJGwwJGg0ODg4NjA2MzE.\">San Marco district (<\/a><em>sestiere<\/em>) houses most of Venice&#8217;s iconic monuments: the Basilica, the Doge&#8217;s Palace, the Campanile, and the elegant Procuratie that enclose the square on three sides. It is the most tourist-heavy and crowded area, featuring luxury boutiques, historic cafés like Caffè Florian, and a constant bustle along the main streets. Despite the crowds, it remains the most convenient choice for first-time visitors: staying here means having major attractions just a short walk away, making it easy to navigate the rest of the city on foot, though usually at a higher cost compared to other neighborhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cannaregio<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/living-cannaregio-venice-authentic-guide\/?_gl=1*qgl3d1*_up*MQ..*_ga*Njk0MzMwNDA2LjE3ODM5NTAzODQ.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzODMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODMkajYwJGwwJGg2MDMwNjQyNTE.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzODMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODMkajYwJGwwJGg5MDg2NjI2MzM.\">Cannaregio district <\/a>represents the most authentic and everyday side of Venice, lived in by locals far from the main tourist flows. Here, you will find the Jewish Ghetto—the oldest in the world—with its synagogues and tower-houses overlooking quiet little squares (<em>campi<\/em>). Strolling along its canals, such as the picturesque Fondamenta della Misericordia, you will discover traditional taverns and <em>bàcari<\/em> where you can stop for an <em>ombra<\/em> (a small glass of wine) and <em>cicchetti<\/em> (Venetian tapas), enjoying a much more relaxed pace of life than in San Marco. It is also a strategic area for those arriving by train, as it sits close to the Santa Lucia station, and often offers more affordable accommodation options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dorsoduro<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The artistic and cultural neighborhood par excellence, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/dorsoduro-venice-authentic-neighborhood-guide\/?_gl=1*1xfo6kv*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTM5NjkwOTI0NC4xNzgzOTUwMzg0*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzODQkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODQkajYwJGwwJGgxODQ2NDM2MTMz*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzODQkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODQkajYwJGwwJGg2ODI0NjEwMDI.\">Dorsoduro<\/a> houses some of the city&#8217;s most important art collections, from the Peggy Guggenheim Collection to the Gallerie dell&#8217;Accademia, as well as the scenic Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute dominating the entrance to the Grand Canal. It is the preferred area for students, artists, and art enthusiasts, boasting a lively yet less chaotic atmosphere than the more heavily tourist-traversed center. Its sunny promenades, like the Zattere, offer one of the most beautiful walks in Venice, with views of the Giudecca and the water expanding out into the lagoon—an excellent base for those seeking a balance between culture, tranquility, and proximity to the heart of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to get to Venice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/venice-by-plane-airports-transfers\/?_gl=1*1g9mmq1*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTYwMTUzMTE5Ni4xNzgzOTUwODM2*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTA4MzYkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTA4MzYkajYwJGwwJGgxNTU5MTkyNzA3*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTA4MzYkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTA4MzYkajYwJGwwJGgxNjAxMjcxMTI2\"><strong>Marco Polo Airport:<\/strong> <\/a>Connected to Piazzale Roma by ATVO buses in about 20 minutes, from where water buses (<em>vaporetti<\/em>) and water taxis depart for the historic center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/venice-by-train-reach-center\/?_gl=1*lnajo2*_up*MQ..*_ga*NjY5NDY0ODc5LjE3ODM5NTAzODg.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzODckbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODckajYwJGwwJGgxNDg1ODQ1Nzk1*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzODgkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzODgkajYwJGwwJGgxMTg3ODg2MTQz\">Santa Lucia Railway Station<\/a>:<\/strong> Located right on the Grand Canal, it is the ideal arrival point for those traveling by train, with the center accessible on foot or via public transport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Experiences to have at least once<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the major attractions, Venice offers artisan workshops and experiences that tell the story of its most authentic soul, perfect for enriching your first trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Find out more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/product-category\/experiences\/?_gl=1*1g1roca*_up*MQ..*_ga*NDk2ODQyODU5LjE3ODM5NTA4Mjg.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTA4MjckbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTA4MjckajYwJGwwJGgzNjA2NTYxMzY.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTA4MjckbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTA4MjckajYwJGwwJGg4NjQ3NzAyMjM.\">Experiences<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practical Advice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Venice is a compact, pedestrian-only city: walking remains the best way to explore it. The public transport system with water buses and water taxis is efficient and easy to use by purchasing tickets via the app or at automated ticket machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that swimming in the canals and feeding pigeons is forbidden and subject to heavy fines. Avoid sitting on bridges or steps in crowded areas so as not to block the passage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ &#8211; First Time in Venice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How many days do you need for a first time in Venice<\/strong>?<br>Three or four days are ideal for taking your time to see the main monuments, historic neighborhoods, and perhaps one of the lagoon islands like Murano or Burano.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What is the best time for a first visit?<\/strong><br>Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant weather and a good balance between crowd sizes and the availability of events in the city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is it worth booking tickets in advance?<\/strong><br>Yes: queues for St. Mark&#8217;s Basilica and the Doge&#8217;s Palace can be very long, especially in spring and autumn. Booking a skip-the-line ticket online can save you hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do you tip gondoliers?<\/strong><br>It is not mandatory, but a 5-10% tip is always appreciated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where is the best place to stay for the first time?<\/strong><br>San Marco is the most convenient and central area for first-time visitors, but Cannaregio also offers a good balance between proximity to the center and more accessible prices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is Venice safe at night?<\/strong><br>Generally, yes: it is a city with a low crime rate, but it is still advisable to follow the standard precautions you would take in any tourist city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How do you get from the airport to the center of Venice?<\/strong><br>From Marco Polo Airport, you can reach the historic center by taking the ATVO bus to Piazzale Roma, or directly by boat with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/alilaguna-pass-boat-transfer-in-venice\/?_gl=1*143rlcl*_up*MQ..*_ga*NTgwNTE0NTQ0LjE3ODM5NDg3ODU.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NDg3ODQkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODM5NTAyNjkkajU3JGwwJGgxMTQ2MTgxMjM.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NDg3ODQkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODM5NTAyNjkkajU3JGwwJGgxOTE3NDAxNTM1\">Alilaguna <\/a>or a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/prodotto\/venice-airport-to-venice-city-transfer\/?_gl=1*1rmj8im*_up*MQ..*_ga*NTgwNTE0NTQ0LjE3ODM5NDg3ODU.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NDg3ODQkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NDg3ODQkajYwJGwwJGgxMTQ2MTgxMjM.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NDg3ODQkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NDg3ODQkajYwJGwwJGgxOTE3NDAxNTM1\"> private transfer<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You might also like<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/venice-transport-guide-vaporetto-actv-pass\/?_gl=1*1vqdw32*_up*MQ..*_ga*MzgzNzQxMTM2LjE3ODM5NTAzNzE.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzEkajYwJGwwJGgxNzA1NTQxNjcz*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzEkajYwJGwwJGgyMDA5MzU3OTUx\">Transport and Arrival in Venice: Vaporetto, ACTV, and Public Transport Passes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/when-to-visit-venice-seasonal-guide\/?_gl=1*15a7ovk*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTk0NTE5MTI2LjE3ODM5NTAzNzI.*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNzEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzEkajYwJGwwJGgxMjU1MzkzNTkx*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNzEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNzEkajYwJGwwJGgzMzQ0MTA4MDI.\">When to Book Your Trip to Venice: Seasonal Guide and Practical Tips<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.venicevisitpass.com\/en\/magazine-en\/what-to-see-in-venice\/?_gl=1*yjnttv*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTAzMzMyODE1My4xNzgzOTUwMzYz*_ga_3F07YSH918*czE3ODM5NTAzNjMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNjMkajYwJGwwJGg2MDQxOTUzMjY.*_ga_KWS8G8MSRY*czE3ODM5NTAzNjMkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTAzNjMkajYwJGwwJGgxODkzMDU3MjMy\">What to See in Venice: Places, Attractions, and Museums Not to Be Missed<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are planning your first time in Venice, this guide will take you step-by-step: from must-see attractions to the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7139,"featured_media":41098,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_agency_custom_field":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[291],"tags":[1882],"city":[],"class_list":["post-38775","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-magazine-en","tag-travel-in-venice"],"acf":[]}