Top 5 Hidden Spots In Venice
Venice is by no means off the beaten path. It’s a famous tourist destination filled with travelers from all over the world, looking to explore the canals, marvel at the architecture and sit in cafes watching the city move around them. Venice may not be a secret, but the canals twist their way through the city, making quite a labyrinth. Even visitors who know the city well can follow a canal and stumble upon a new wonder.
Travel startup AllTheRooms takes a look at Venice from a new angle and has come up with a list of 5 hidden spots, guaranteed to wow even the most regular visitors to Venice.
Isola di San Michele
One of the many islands in the Venice lagoon, Isola di San Michele is a strikingly peaceful, slightly eery escape from the crowds of the city. Why eery, you ask? Well, the island is completely uninhabited and is home only to churches, cemeteries and tall trees casting long shadows across the grounds. Protected by a wall that runs along its shores, the island is perfect for a stroll with a quiet, peaceful feel.
Venice Ghosts and Legends Tour
There is, of course, a magical element to the city of Venice, but when the sun goes down, things can become a little spooky. Maybe it’s because the city is such a maze and people can disappear down a canal or around a corner in an instant. Take the nighttime tour through the city full of old criminal hangouts, murder locations and stories of a maniac homicidal butcher. Each stop along the way is a creepy hidden gem.
Libreria Acqua Alta
A beautiful chaotic mess, this bookshop is bait for any book-lover prone to spending an hour or two sifting through books. The arrangement of the store is a work of art itself. Get browsing and you could find the perfect souvenir.
The Ca’Sagredo Hotel
Finish your day exploring with dinner on the roof of a 14th-century building looking out over the Grand Canal and the busy city scenes. After dinner, head downstairs to your room, where you can rest in luxury and wake up to views of the seemingly endless canals. Venice has a distinct sense of decadence to it and few hotels show it off it quite like Ca’Sagredo.
The San Giorgio Maggiore Bell Tower
While certainly not hidden (it stands out among the city’s skyline), too many visitors miss out on what may very well be the best view of Venice. Climb to the top and take in the 360-degree view, showcasing Venice in all her spectacular glory. – Travel Feeder
About The Author
Cecil Lee
The author is an avid traveler and photography hobbyist who loves to share with others his travel and photo-taking experience in many popular tourist destinations around Europe, Asia and Australasia. Read the exciting stories with many photos captured on his journeys.
