Venice & the Veneto

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Venice & the Veneto.

Discover Venice & the Veneto's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from shopping for handmade trinkets at Artisti Artigiani del Chiostro, to indulging in the ultimate sweet treat at Gelateria Nico with a decadent gianduiotto dessert, and scaling the bell tower of Basilica di San Giorgio Maggiore for sweeping city views.

** Build a trip to remember** ** with Lonely Planet's** ** Venice & the Veneto** travel guide:

• ** Our classic guidebook format** contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning ** multi-week trips**

• ** All-new structure and design that's easy to use** so you can navigate Venice & the Veneto effortlessly

• ** Exciting** ** Perfect Day** ** itineraries help you create your ideal adventure** with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities

• ** Expert local recommendations** on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more

• ** Vibrant photography and maps** including a ** pull out map of** ** Venice**

• ** Get fresh takes on must-visit sights** from Basilica di San Marco, to Scoula Grande di San Rocco, and Rialto Market

• ** Essential information toolkit containing tips** on arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel

• ** Connect with Venetian culture** through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions

• ** Covers:** San Marco; Dorsoduro; San Polo & Santa Croce; Cannaregio; Castello; Giudecca, Lido & the Southern Islands; Murano, Burano & the Northern Islands ** plus day trips to** Padua, Vicenza, Verona

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with ** Lonely Planet's** ** Venice & the Veneto.**