From Gothic churches to elegant squares, Venetian architecture is rightfully iconic. There are few better ways to spend a day in the city than by wandering through the streets, investigating anything you feel looks particularly special. Self-guided walking routes are great for this, and you’ll find a plethora of guided walking tours you can join too.

True lovers of architecture will be sure to want to feast their eyes on the Gothic church of I Frari, or perhaps even the Cannaregio cathedral, Chiesa dells Madonna Dell’Orto. You can’t ignore the Palazzo Ducale, the grand palace in San Marco, nor can you bypass the delightful squares (or campi) throughout the city – notably St Marks, Santa Margherita, and San Stefano.

Explore the former Chiesa di SS Cosma e Damiano to see a deconsecrated church, or opt to explore some less-conventional architecture with a visit to Ospedale del Mare – a once-hospital on Lido. No matter what your architectural tastes, there’s sure to be something to suit in this varied city.

Holidays to Venice

Holidays to Venice

Holidays to Venice

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