# BASILICA SAN MARCO (St Mark's Basilica) 9 
Exceptionally elegant and decorated with a golden mosaic interior, St Mark's Basilica is universally regarded as one of the most beautiful and unique churches in the world.
Mixing Eastern and western building styles, the cathedral built in the eleventh century is one of the best examples of Italic-Byzantine architecture.
Cathedral 🌍 World Heritage Site: since 1987 | Completed: 1117 | Style: Italic-Byzantine
# HISTORIC CITY AND ITS LAGOON 9
Floating on water, almost unchanged for centuries and packed with stunning architecture, legendary Venice is easily the most unique city in the world.
Historic Area 🌍 World Heritage Site: since 1987
# CANALE GRANDE (Grand Canal) 8 
Take a waterbus (called vaporetto) to admire world-famous bridges like for example Ponte di Rialto and the many fine palazzi like Ca d’Oro or Ca Rezzonico along the Grand Canal.
The canal is 3.8 km (2.36 miles) long and is considered for good reason a legendary waterway.
Historic Canal 🌍 World Heritage Site: since 1987 | Length: 3.8 km / 2.36 miles
# PALAZZO DUCALE (Doge's Palace) 7 
This iconic palace was once home to the doge, the elected leader of Venice.
Highlights include the gorgeous pink-and-white marble façade, the Senate Chamber (Sala del Senato), and the Grand Council Chamber (Sala del Maggiore Consigli) with its beautiful frescoes, the Golden Staircase, and the Bridge of Sighs.
Historic Building 🌍 World Heritage Site: since 1987
# Gallerie dell'Accademia 6 
Originally an academy, this museum on the Grand Canal is home to the most important collection of 15th-18th-century Venetian paintings in the world.
This is our selection of the ten best paintings of the Gallerie dell'Accademia:
1) Drawing of Vitruvian Man, L. da Vinci (ca. 1490), 34 × 24 cm, displayed to the public only occasionally
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
2) The Tempest, Giorgione (1508), 83 × 73 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
3) Feast in the House of Levi, P. Veronese (1537), 555 × 1280 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
4) San Giobbe Altarpiece, G. Bellini (1487), 371 × 258 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
5) Adam and Eve, Tintoretto (1550), 150 × 220 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
6) Dream of St. Ursula, V. Carpaccio (1495), 274 × 267 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
7) The Miracle of the True Cross near San Lorenzo Bridge, G. Bellini (1500), 323 cm × 430 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
8) Pieta, Titian (1575-1576), 353 × 348 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
9) Creation of the Animals, Tintoretto (1550-1553), 151 × 256 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
10) The scourge of Snakes (Castigo dei serpenti), G. Tiepolo (1732–35), 164 cm × 1,356 cm
by Wikimedia / Public Domain
Museum Gallery Space: 6,000 m2 [64,583 ft2] | Artworks on Display: ca. 800 | Established: 1750 | Visitors [2017]: 316,995
# CAMPANILE 6
Take the elevator to the top of the 97 m-high (318 ft) bell tower of the St. Mark's Basilica — the tallest structure in Venice — to enjoy breathtaking 360° views over this legendary city.
The current tower is a reconstruction of the 16th-century-tower, which collapsed in an earthquake in 1902.
Bell Tower 🌍 World Heritage Site: since 1987 | Height: 97 m / 318 ft | Built: 16th-century / Rebuilt: 1902–1912
# Scuola Grande di San Rocco 6
This building of a charitable society is famous for its stunning interior with immense 16th-century paintings by Tintoretto on its walls and ceilings as well as superb paintings by other grand Venetian masters.
by Sailko / CC BY-SA 3.0
# La Fenice 6
Devastated by three fires (in 1774, 1836, and 1996) the fabulous Teatro La Fenice "The Phoenix" re-opened in 2004 in its former glory and is considered one of the most beautiful and most prestigious opera houses in Europe.
Opera House Opened: 1792 / 2003 | Capacity: 1,126 Spectators
by Youflavio/ CC BY-SA 4.0
#11 | Ca' d'Oro 6 
Ca' d'Oro, a 15th-century Venetian Gothic palace on the Grand Canal, is famous for its architectural elegance, characterized by intricate marble traceries and arches.
The palace houses an art museum, Galleria Giorgio Franchetti, showcasing Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces.
by Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0
#12 | Peggy Guggenheim Collection 6
The Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, located in the Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, showcases significant modern art pieces from renowned artists like Picasso, Pollock, and Dalí.
The museum wa established by art patron Peggy Guggenheim in 1949, highlighting movements like Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstract Expressionism.
by Peter Haas / CC BY-SA 3.0
#13 | Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni 6
Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni, a cultural and religious center for the Dalmatian community in Venice since 1451, is celebrated for its Gothic-Renaissance architecture and Vittore Carpaccio's exquisite paintings depicting scenes from the lives of St. George, St. Tryphon, and St. Jerome.
by I, Sailko / CC BY-SA 3.0
#14 | Basilica dei Frari 6
The Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, commonly known as the Frari, is one of Venice's largest churches.
Many prominent Venetians are buried here, such as the Renaissance composer Claudio Monteverdi and painter Titian.
by Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0
#15 | Basilica Santa Maria della Salute 6
Basilica Santa Maria della Salute, built in the 17th century to thank the Virgin Mary for ending a plague, is a masterpiece of Baroque and Renaissance architecture, adorned with significant artworks.
The basilica houses significant paintings, including Titian's "Descent of the Holy Ghost" and Tintoretto's "Marriage at Cana.
by Jakub Hałun / CC BY-SA 4.0
#16 | Rialto Market 5 
Rialto Market, located in Venice, Italy, is a historic market known for its fresh produce and seafood.
by Domenico Rupolo / CC BY-SA 4.0
#17 | Ponte dei Sospiri (Bridge of Sighs) 5
The Bridge of Sighs is a historic Baroque bridge in Venice, built in 1600, linking the Doge's Palace to the New Prison, and named for the sighs of prisoners seeing their final glimpse of freedom.
by Antonio Contin / CC BY-SA 4.0
#18 | Campo Santa Margherita 5
Campo Santa Margherita in Venice's Dorsoduro is a bustling square famous for its nightlife with numerous bars, restaurants, and cafes, daily market, and historical significance.
by Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0
#19 | Correr Civic Museum (Museo Correr) 5
Housed in the Napoleonic Wing of the iconic Piazza San Marco, the museum boasts a vast collection of art, historical artifacts, and documents showcasing Venice's rich cultural heritage.
Notable highlights include works by renowned Venetian artists such as Canaletto, Bellini, and Tiepolo, offering insights into the city's artistic legacy and its influence on European culture.
Additionally, the museum features a stunning ballroom.
by Museo Correr / CC BY-SA 4.0
#20 | Palazzo Rezzonico 5
Located along the Grand Canal, this exquisite Venetian Baroque palace, once home to the wealthy Rezzonico family, now hosts the Museum of 18th-century Venice, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of Venetian aristocratic life through its lavish interiors and extensive art collections.
by Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0
Murano 5
Murano, the largest island in the Venetian lagoon, comprises five interconnected islets, serving as the historical hub of glassblowing since the 13th century. The island's serene streets, reminiscent of Venice, are traversed by a meandering "grand" canal, flanked by glassblowing factories and workshops, evoking an industrial ambiance.
The Glass Museum of Murano (5) offers a captivating narrative of the island's glassblowing legacy, while The Basilica of Santa Maria e San Donato (5) showcases Murano's architectural and artistic prowess.
Island Distance from Venice: 5 km
by ]Jean-Pol GRANDMONT / CC BY-SA 4.0
Burano 5
Burano, with its rainbow-hued houses reflecting its rich history, enchants visitors with its vibrant charm, intricate lace craftsmanship, and peaceful ambiance amidst the Venetian Lagoon.
Island Distance from Venice: 9 km
by Kasa Fue / CC BY-SA 4.0
Torcello 5
Torcello, an ancient island in the Venetian Lagoon, was once a bustling center of trade and culture, but now stands as a tranquil haven with remnants of its glorious past, attracting visitors with its historic landmarks and serene ambiance. It continues to attract visitors due to the extraordinary mosaics found in the Santa Maria Assunta basilica.
Island Distance from Venice: 12 km
by Didier Descouens / CC BY-SA 4.0