Academy Gallery (Galleria dell'Accademia)
Campo Della Carit, Dorsoduro.
Phone: 041-522-2247
This museum celebrates the glory that is Venice. The museum houses a remarkable collection of artwork. The focus of this museum begins with the 13th to the 18th century. The museum features artists from Giorgione to Veronese, from Titian to Tintoretto. Visitors will want to take time out to visit the some of the most-renowned masterpieces.

Ducal Palace & Bridge of Sighs (Palazzo Ducale & Ponte dei Sospiri)
Piazzetta San Marco.
Phone: 041-522-4951
The Porta della Carta, dating back to the 15th century is the doorway entrance to the Palace of the Doges. The palace’s architecture is extraordinary for it is accented with red marble and white Istrian stone. A fire in 1577 almost destroyed the entirety of the building. In fact the restoration process was owed to the dedication of 16th century painters that contributed renditions of the great masterpieces lost during the fire. More info

Marciano Museum
Located above the atrium of San Marco’s basilica, the Marciano Museum overflows with incredible art works. One of the great masterpieces that reside within the museum is the Triumphal Quadriga, which are four horses looted from Constantinople by Venetian crusaders.  This Quadriga is believed to be one of the last remaining.

Campanile di San Marco
Piazza San Marco.
Phone: 041-522-4064
In 1902 the campanile tumbled into the piazza of San Marco. The bell tower was, however, rebuilt and now boasts an elevator. Visitors can climb up to the top and catch a wonderful view of the Basilica.

Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio)
Piazza San Marco.
Phone: 041-522-4951
The two Moors that are found striking the bell atop this renowned clock tower, are one of the most recognized scenes of Venice. The clock located under the winged lion, matches the signs of the zodiac with the position of the sun. The base of the tower is the entrance to the ancient Mercerie, which is the principal retail street.

Piazza San Marco
Piazza San Marco was the heart of Venice during the days of the seafaring republic. The square within Venice houses most of the city's major attractions. St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace are located within the square. In great part to the work of Napoleon, the square was unified architecturally, and the Fabbrica Nuova was added, bridging the Old and New Procuratie together. The plaza boasts a little of everything staring from palaces, Sansovino's Library, elegant shops, and colonnades.

Ghetto Nuovo
Campo di Ghetto Nuovo 2902B
Phone: 041-715-359
The Ghetto Nuovo, instituted in 1516 is believed to be the first ghetto in the world. The ghetto holds many remains of the past. Located within the district are five synagogues, each dating back to the 16th century and each representing the different groups of Jews who built them. The Museo Comunità Ebraica, is the best place for visitors to take a closer look at the collection of artifacts pertaining to the Jewish community of Venice

Lido
The Lido is one of the most popular beachfronts of Venice. Complete with fashionable beachfront resort, deluxe hotels and the Casino Municipale, this area receives a great number of visitors. So, while in Venice kick off your shoes and enjoy the texture of the Lido sand.

The Grand Canal (Canal Grande)
The Great Canal is literally a great road of water. The canal winds through the city and is filled with vaporetti, motorboats, and gondolas. The beginnings of the canal can be seen within the Piazzetta San Marco, and from there the canal winds its course through the city; outlined by some of the most majestic structures.

Scuola Grande di San Rocco
San Polo
This sixteenth-century museum houses more than fifty major paintings by Tintoretto. Some of the praised work that are included within the collection are: the Renaissance landscape in The Flight into Egypt and two small paintings of St Mary Magdalene and St Mary of Egypt.

Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Palazzo Venier Dei Leoni
701 Dorsoduro
Phone: 39 - 41-520 6288
The Peggy Guggenheim Collection's features twentieth century artist such as Arp, Bacon, Boccioni, Calder, Chagall, Dali, Max Ernst, Giacometti, Kandinsky, Magritte, Mondrian, Picasso, Pollock, Rothko and Tanguy. Located on the Grand Canal in Venice, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection offers splendid sights for all visitors.

Church of San Giorgio Maggiore
Isola Di San Giorgio
Church of San Giorgio Maggiore stands on the island, which bears its same name. The church is recognized as one of the most influential Renaissance church designs. The chancel features great works such as: The Fall of Manna and The Last Supper.
A great point from which visitors can catch a glimpse of the city.

Fondazione Querini Stampalia
Santa Maria Formosa
Castello 5252
Phone: 041-271-1411
Fax: 041-271-1445
The building serves as a Library, Museum, and Exhibition Hall. Restored by the famous Venetian architect, Carlo Scarpa now plays host to a large venue of events.

Ca' d'Oro - Galleria Franchetti
Cannaregio 3932
Santa Sofia
Phone: 041-523-8790
The Ca’ d’Oro houses one of the richest and most important art collections in town. The building itself went under reconstruction and now sports a jazzy new design.

Museo Vetrario di Murano
Fondamenta Giustinian 8
Murano
Phone: 041-395-8886
Established by Abbot Vincenzo Zanetti – the museum honors the long tradition of glass manufacturing. A long carried tradition of craftsman, the museum illustrates the history of the Murano glass masters. Visitors can view the famous masterpiece 'Coppa Barovier'.