The City
The beautiful city of Venice has an eerie feel about it, as it appears to rise from the waters. Venice portrays the essence of style, wealth and power. It leaves all visitors fascinated by it constricted, mystifying streets and charismatic canals with graceful gondolas floating along quietly.
Tourism
Airport
Coordinates: 45°30’19”N 012°21’07”E
Venice Marco Polo Airport is located near Venice, Italy and is the fourth largest airport in Italy. Transport is available from the airport to the city via bus or train.
Airlines
The following airlines have regular flights to Venice Marco Polo Airport:
- SWISS (from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban)
- Emirates (from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban)
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (from Johannesburg and Cape Town)
- Air France (from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban)
- British Airways (BA) (from Cape Town)
What to see
- St. Mark’s Square
- Gondola Tour
- Accademia Gallery
- Rialto Markets
- Ca’Rezzonico
- Museo Ebraico di Venezia
- San Giorgio Maggiore
- Three Islands: Burano, Torcello and Murano
Events
- Venice Carnevale - Venetians wear spectacular costumes and masks
- Festa di San Marco – Men are supposed to give their loved ones a bunch of roses. There is also a gondoliers' regatta and the Lion of St. Mark's golf championship
- Vivaldi Festival -A popular festival of contemporary music
Accommodation
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General Information
Italy is six hours ahead of U.S. Eastern Standard Time and the currency used is the euro. Getting around is a bit different that what you might be used to. Everybody walks or takes a boat. The public transport system (water bus) can be expensive if you pay per single trip, rather buy multi-day passes to save some Euros. You will be doing a lot of walking so comfortable shoes are necessary. In this stylish city sneakers are not your best option, rather pack a pair of comfortable leather shoes. When visiting Venice in the middle of summer avoid wearing synthetic clothing, it becomes very uncomfortable in the high humidity. In general, the dress code in Venice is a bit more fancy and nicer than what you would normally wear. Ladies must remember to carry a lightweight top along in case you decide on visiting churches and need to cover up. Mosquito can be irritating even when you are enjoying dinner al fresco, so carry your mosquito repellent with you at all times.
Weather
Winter in Venice is from December through February during which the city is dark, damp and cold with ranging between 1°C and 6°C. Summers are hot and humid with temperatures peaking at 38°C. Spring and Summer (April through October) is the most preferred time to visit this beautiful city when the weather is fine and the skies are clear.
