# 🇮🇹 Explore the floating city - Venice and more in 3 days

Venice isn’t just a destination - it’s a living masterpiece. 

Get lost in its winding alleyways and soak up the unique atmosphere in the sun-drenched piazzas. Take a gondola ride and glide past centuries-old palaces. 

In Venice, every moment feels like a scene from a movie. 

Uncover the magic of Venice in just three unforgettable days with this thoughtful and well-paced itinerary. Have an extra day? Hop on a quick train to Verona to explore more.

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Published: 2025-07-21T20:27:31.004146+00:00

Author: Leah's Wanderlust
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## Itinerary places

- **Piazza San Marco** (day 1)
- **Saint Mark's Basilica** (day 1)
- **Ponte della Paglia** (day 1)
- **Caffè Florian** (day 1)
- **Libreria Acqua Alta** (day 1)
- **Palazzo Tetta** (day 1)
- **Murano** (day 2)
- **Doge's Palace** (day 3)
- **Ponte dei Pugni** (day 3)
- **Basilica Santa Maria della Salute** (day 3)
- **Museo Fortuny** (day 3)
- **Ponte Chiodo** (day 3)
- **The Migrant Child by Banksy** (day 3)
- **St Mark's Campanile** (day 3)
- **Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo** (day 3)
- **Harry's Bar** (day 2)
- **Ponte di Rialto** (day 1)
- **Burano** (day 2)
- **Gio's Restaurant & Terrace** (day 1)

## Day notes

### Day 1

* Head to St Mark’s Square via Ponte dell'Accademia (great views from this bridge)
* St Mark’s Square and Basilica (€3 to go in but be prepared to queue)
* Pit stop: Caffè Florian (incredible historic cafe)
* Look at the view of Doge’s Palace from Ponte della Paglia
* Walk to Rialto Bridge for the best view of the grand canal
* Fondaco dei Tedeschi - great views from the rooftop terrace

### Day 2

Take a day trip to visit Burano and Murano – two of the most charming islands near Venice. The former became famous mostly thanks to its colorful houses whereas the other one is renowned for its glass-making tradition.

How to get there;
Route 12 water bus which departs from Fondamente Nove (Ft. Nove).
Takes 40 mins

### Day 3

* Visit Ponte dei Pugni 
* Head to Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute 
* Take a gondola ride
* Visit Museum Fortuny
* See The Migrant Child by Banksy
* Go up Campanile di San Marco for incredible views 
* Visit Ponte de Chiodo
* Through the winding streets, find Scala Contarini del Bovolo 
* Visit Doge’s Palace

## Accommodations

- **Il Palazzo Experimental** (days 1–3)