Lonely Planet City Guide Venice & the Veneto

Marble palaces balanced atop wooden poles, commuters crossing the Grand Canal standing in gondolas, prosecco bottles popping in tight quarters: Venice and its surrounding islands defy all common sense, and choose wonder instead.

This vibrant city guide unlocks one of the most popular destinations in the world, featuring colour sections such as 10 top experiences, along with instructions on how to eat like a local and travelling with children.

• 2 expert authors, 29 maps, 100 islands, 149km of canals, 1500 years of art and architecture
• Comprehensive map section
• Feature coverage of top sights
• Range of planning tools
• In-depth background on Venice’s art and architecture

Coverage includes: Planning chapters, Sestiere  di San Marco, Sestiere  di Dorsoduro, Sestiere  di San Polo & Santa Croce, Sestiere  di Cannaregio, Sestiere  di Castello, Giudecca, Lido & the Southern Islands, Murano, Burano & the Northern Islands, Understand & Survive chapters.