Venice Travel Stories

May 19, 2023 • 6 min read

Navigating a city that is slowly sinking can be daunting but we've got all the info you need on how to get around Venice.

May 18, 2023 • 6 min read

The best neighborhoods to stay, play and explore in Venice.

May 17, 2023 • 13 min read

Yes, you should go goo-goo for the gondolas and Grand Canal, but this guide will take you beyond the Rialto Bridge and Piazza San Marco.

May 15, 2023 • 16 min read

From Lake Garda to Verona, and further afield to Ferrara and Trieste, here are 12 of the best day trips to take by train from Venice.

May 15, 2023 • 4 min read

As one of the world's most beguiling destinations, magical Venice is nearly always busy. But we've got the inside track of the best times to visit.

May 12, 2023 • 6 min read

Save some money on your Venice vacation with these top free experiences.

Apr 12, 2023 • 5 min read

Car-free, packed with sights (and gelato shops), children of every age will love Venice. Just be mindful of your toddler by those canals.

Oct 18, 2021 • 4 min read

While water is what makes Venice unique, the city has no shortage of parks where you can stop your walking tour and relax surrounded by trees.

Oct 11, 2021 • 5 min read

If the floating city has you hankering for the beach, rest easy – there are brilliant strips of sand all around Venice. Here is our pick of the best.

Aug 24, 2020 • 5 min read

In 2020, we have a rare sight - Venice without the crowds. Here's what it's like for visitors and locals.

Aug 12, 2020 • 6 min read

Italy was hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak early, but the country flattened the curve and travel restrictions are beginning to lift. Here’s the latest.

May 22, 2020 • 6 min read

Climate change and rising sea levels are threats to tourist sites around the world. Here are some of the sites we may lose, and what you can do about it.

Feb 7, 2020 • 6 min read

People travel from far and wide to join in the city’s biggest party of the year and sate their fancy-dress appetites – the Venice Carnival packs the city…

Dec 6, 2019 • 3 min read

With recent floods in Venice the worst in over 50 years, Lonely Planet looks at how travellers can visit in a sustainable way and make a positive impact.

Sep 27, 2019 • 7 min read

In recent years, Venice has introduced a number of policies to crack down on their overtourism crisis. Our tips make sure you're not asked to leave before you…

Aug 15, 2019 • 6 min read

Western Europe's major attractions are impressive but also draw huge crowds; the magic of exploring the big sights can be quickly lost amidst long queues…

Jul 3, 2019 • 8 min read

Stephanie Yeboah shares her travel experiences as a Black, plus-size woman and gives personal advice on how to stay informed before a trip.

Nov 27, 2018 • 6 min read

Germ-laden airports, upended sleep patterns and unfamiliar local bugs are just a few of the health risks travellers face when seeing the world. But…

Oct 27, 2017 • 4 min read

Lonely Planet Local Jo-Ann Titmarsh has been living in Venice for over 20 years. Although she originally came to the city as a student for a three-month…

Apr 18, 2017 • 6 min read

Venice may not be renowned for its nightlife, with most of its citizens tucking themselves in bed well before midnight, but Venetians do like a tipple,…

Nov 7, 2016 • 6 min read

What’s a trip to Italy really like? How do I get around, and what do I wear? What’s Italy's local etiquette? Here are practical tips to ensure your first time…

May 10, 2016 • 5 min read

To get to know Venice from the inside out, first you have to see the lagoon city as the locals do. That means taking the leap beyond sightseeing and…