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Venice is renowned for its beautiful architecture and mystical canals, hence why so many admirers flock to the city each year. Full of gondolas, piazzas, masquerades and palazzos, Venice is an enchanting and romantic place with never ending cobbled courtyards and back streets leading to bars, restaurants and gift shops.  Shaped over a hundred islands that are interconnected with each other, it remains a city without wheels, where canals take place of the streets and gondolas replace cars and buses. At Roomguide we have plenty of cheap hotels in Venice so you can spend as long as you like discovering one of the most famous cities in Italy. St Mark’s Square, known as Piazza San Marco has always been the heart and soul of Venice. Full of history and surrounded by magnificent architecture, it is a place where you’ll find most of the city’s famous sights, such as St Mark’s Basilica and The Doges Palace. The famous square is also home to many stylish cafes and resturants where visitors can enjoy the entertainment of orchestras that compete for the attention of tourists. Believe it or not, Venice also has its own beach - the Venice Lido. The Lido has a calmer atmosphere than that of the city and attracts thousands of sun worshippers every summer.

The Grand Canal is Venice's biggest and most elaborate tourist attraction stretching from the railway station to the far end of Venice where St. Marks square lies. Lined with striking palaces and churches, it is one of the most talked about waterways in the world. You can see it from its best angle from the Rialto Bridge or experience it from the waters on a Gondola or Vaporetto. If you’re interested in the outstanding art and history Venice has to offer, explore one of the art galleries and museums. The Accademia Gallery is one of the most prestigious art galleries in Italy with masterpieces from the 14th century to the 18th century all created by world-famous artists. The Doge’s Palace is steeped in history and is one of the most important buildings in Venice. Its stunning Gothic exterior and grand interior will fascinate any type of visitor. Adjacent to The Doge’s Palace, lies the most famous church in Venice, St Mark’s Basilica. Built in the 11^th century it is considered to be one of the best examples of Byzantine architecture in the world.When it comes to shopping in Venice, you can dip in and out of the boutiques that line the winding streets. With everything from fashion and fabrics to jewellery and masks, you’ll find plenty in the way of grand designs here.

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