At almost 99m (325ft), the Campanile is the city's tallest building, originally built between 888 and 912. Its present appearance, with the stone spire and...

Most Venetians agree that some of the city's best gelato is served in this tiny outlet on busy salizzada San Lio. Be prepared to be patient though, because...

An unobtrusive side door halfway down the right wall of the nave in San Marco leads straight into the courtyard of the Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace)....

Note that there is no lift and the stairs are steep and narrow. Tours can be booked at the Museo Correr, by calling 041 520 9070 or online. The clock...

A much-loved spot not only for scrumptious panini and nibbles, but also for the tranquillity of sitting outside along the Giudecca Canal with a sweeping...

The first gay venue to open in the Venice area, Metro has a bar, a dry sauna, steam sauna, private rooms, darkroom and solarium. Massage and hydro-massage...

It's a hike across to the new Hilton Hotel in the former Molino Stucky flour mill - and the bar is an expensive extravagance - but sit out on the rooftop...

Officially Ca' d'Oro, this place is known by locals as Alla Vedova - the Widow's Place. The widow has joined her marito, but her family still runs the show....

The Accademia is the essential one-stop shop for Venetian painting, and one of the world's greatest art treasure houses. At the time of writing - and...

This remarkable establishment, tucked behind a high wall off a quiet street, is the third most visited museum in the city. It was founded by one of Venice's...

Carlo Pistacchi is passionate about making ice-cream and experimenting with new flavours using only the freshest natural ingredients. Stick to tried and...

Italians scoff at the idea of drinking cappuccino after 11am, but rules like this go by the board at the Caffè del Doge, where any time is good for...

Florian sweeps you back to 18th-century Venice with its mirrored, stuccoed and frescoed interior. Founded in 1720 as 'Venezia Trionfante', its present...

This nouveau-bacaro offers a selection of fine wines - many of them produced by co-owner Brandino Brandolini - plus a small but interesting menu that ranges...