Venice

Venice is a sanctuary on a lagoon that is virtually the same as it was 600 years ago, which adds to the fascinating character. Venice has decayed since its heyday and suffers from overtourism, but the romantic charm remains.

Places of Interest

Highlights: Doge’s Palace and Piazza San Marco.

The Doge's Palace is a palace built in Venetian Gothic…

Square
, often known in English as St Mark's…

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Murano and San Marco.

is an island town, about 1.5 km north…

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Venice

Latitude
45.4389° or 45° 26′ 20″ north
Longitude
12.3309° or 12° 19′ 51″ east
Population
261,000
Elevation
7 metres (23 feet)
Open location code
8FQJC8QJ+H9
Geo­Names ID
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Satellite Map

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In Other Languages

“Venice” goes by many names.
  • Italian: “Comune di Venezia”
  • Italian: “Venezia”

Places with the Same Name

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Localities in the Area

Places to explore: San Polo and Rialto.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights: Palazzo Albrizzi and Palazzo Bianca Capello..

Metropolitan Venice: Must-Visit Destinations

Worth a closer look: Venice and Chioggia.

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