🇮🇹 Off the beaten path in Venice

Want to get beyond the crowds of St. Mark’s and the Doge’s Palace? Here are some ideas that’ll have you falling in love with Venice, Italy! In this guide, you'll get: - 11 interesting spots, from churches and gardens to hidden rooftop views and museums worth exploring - 3 locally owned shops for great souvenirs - my 2 favorite neighborhoods for staying overnight - the major sights with notes on what’s worth seeing and if they need advanced booking - an interactive map to help navigate you to each spot

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It will never stop surprising me when people say they don’t like Venice.

Usually, they say this because they spent one day here in August, and barely wandered past St. Mark’s Square. I mean, sure: it’s hot, crowded, loud, and probably just blended together with whatever else you see on your Italian vacation. I get that. Doesn’t sound that great to me either.

But if that’s your experience of Venice, I’d argue that you haven’t seen Venice. It’s is one of those cities with so much beauty, food and culture, and like many of the great spots in Italy, much of it is out there on the street to see!

In that spirit, here are some of my favorite unique spots in Venice. Best of all: most of them are free!

Chiesa di San Zaccaria

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To visit the underwater crypt, enter and walk along the right side. Pay the docent (usually 3€ each, cash only) to enter the museum.

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Emma | Where's Emma Now

Amateur Italian, travel advisor, and adventurous eater! I’m a travel creative living in small town northern Italy, and I've been planning travel for over 15 years. I've lived on three continents and visited over 40 countries, so I'm passionate about helping travelers experience the best of a location, no matter where! I love both/and travel: I want to see the big sights AND the local hangouts, the big cities AND the small towns. I’d love to help you do it too! If you’re going to Rome for the first time, you don’t need me to tell you to see the Colosseum. But you might want me to tell you if it’s better as a guided tour or on your own, what add-on’s are worth the money, and what are the extra secret things your ticket can get you! My favorite part of travel is eating well: finding the local haunts, tasting a new wine, and trying the local dishes. Amazing food doesn't have to be expensive: sometimes the best of a place is in the street food! But if it is a splurge, I'll make sure it's worth every penny. I'd love to work with you to create the trip of your dreams! ✨Currently on maternity leave, so I'm not offering custom services at this time. If you're interested in working with me when I'm back, email me at admin@wheresemmanow.com to join my email list! ✨

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Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

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