VENICE & THE VENETO, 8th Edition. “Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet Venice & the Veneto is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take a gondola along the Grand Canal, gaze in awe at the mosaics in the Basilica di San Marco, or feast on fresh seafood in Venice's calli (backstreets), all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Venice & the Veneto and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Venice & the Veneto Travel Guide:

Full-colour maps and images throughout

Highlights and itineraries show you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests

Insider tips save you time and money, and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Essential info at your fingertips - including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices

Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Cultural insights give you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including history, art, architecture, literature, cinema, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, wine and the Venetian way of life

Free, convenient pull-out Venice map (included in print version), plus over 30 colour maps

Useful features - including Walking Tours, Travel with Children, and Day Trips

Coverage of San Marco, Dorsoduro, San Polo & Santa Croce, Cannaregio, Castello, Guidecca, Lido, Murano, Burano, highlights of Veneto and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Venice & the Veneto, our most comprehensive guide to Venice & the Veneto, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled.

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