Veneto in Summer

Perfectly situated with miles of beautiful coastline to the east and dramatic inland vistas shaped by the Dolomite mountains in the north, this sublime landscape is dotted with charming medieval towns.

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Beautiful island dwellings like Burano - famed for its vibrant coloured streets - are home to long-established fishing communities, buzzing with an authentic convivialità. The sun glistens over the sapphire sea which makes for rich pickings when it comes to frutti di mare, “fruits of the sea”. It’s no surprise that delicacies like oysters and calamari play such a central and historic role in Venetian cooking.

Taste

Bigoli

Bigoli are a long, thick pasta native to Veneto. Similar to Tuscany's pici, but made with egg.

Duck Ragu

Sugo D'Anatra, or Duck Ragù, is one of the few meat-based dishes enjoyed traditionally in Venice.

Pumpkin

Venetians, like their neighbours in Lombardy, relish zucca, or pumpkin.

Aperol Spritz

Now famous around the world, the Aperol spritz (or simply ''spritz'', as it's known) originates in Venice.

Ciccetti

Ciccetti are small, tapas-style bites, usually enjoyed whilst standing, laughing and enjoying a spritz overlooking the canal.

Prosecco

Prosecco originates in Veneto, the region surrounding Venezia (the city of Venice).

Tiramisu

Tiramisu is a classic dessert of the region, known internationally for its distinctive, espresso-infused flavour.

Radicchio di Treviso

Radicchio di Treviso is one of the greats of the vegetable world. Bitter and best enjoyed as part of a salad with hints of gorgonzola.

See

Juliet's Balcony

In Verona, Juliet's balcony looks over the town.

Doge's Palace

Built in Venetian Gothic style, Venice's Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale) housed the Doge of Venice for centuries.

Rialto Bridge

The Ponte di Rialto, or Rialto Bridge, is one of Venice's most recognisable landmarks, and the oldest bridge of the Grand Canal.

The Grand Canal

The Grand Canal, or "Canal Grando" as it's called in Venetian, is Venice's biggest waterway.

Piazza San Marco

Piazza San Marco, or St Mark's Square, was referred to by Napoleon as "the drawing room of Europe".

La Fenice

The exquisite La Fenice (or 'The Phoenix'), Venice's Opera House, is so-called after being restored after several fires.

Burano

Burano is one of the several islands making up Venice. It's a riot of brightly coloured fishermen's huts & casual eateries.

Venice Biennale

Venice Biennale is a large arts exhibition that happens every two years.

Learn

The Merchant of Venice

Venice's Jewish Ghetto inspired Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice". Today, few Jews live here, but several synagogues remain.

Gondolas

The gondola, a small rowing boat ubiquitous on Venice's canals, is, by law, black.

Water Taxis

Water taxis are a traditional mode of private transport here.

Casanova

Casanova, the notorious adventurer and Lothario, hailed from Venice.

Acqua Alta Library

Lover of books? You'll be enamoured of Venice's Acqua Alta Library, perhaps the world's most original.

Venetian Masks

Venetian masks are a centuries-old tradition, typically worn during the Carnival of Venice.

Murano Glass

Venetian glass hails from Murano island, a short distance from the centre of Venice, where it's been made since the 13th century.

Floods

Forced out by flooding and rising costs of living, native Venetians are, sadly, leaving their city.

Discover Venetian delicacies

Craving a little more Italian immersion? Why not bring a taste of Veneto to your kitchen with one of our authentic recipes or treat yourself to a traditional Aperol Spritz, a classic regional aperitivo. Travel vicariously to Veneto with us and discover more about this beautiful region.

Taste of Veneto: Ragù d'Anatra

Tipple of Veneto: Aperol Spritz

A Foodie's Tour of Venice

My Time in Veneto: Lia Mondavi

A guide to the wines of Veneto

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Don’t stop there – there’s so much more to see! Continue your Italian odyssey and explore other regions below.

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