Comments on: Top 10 Things to Do in Venice

By: Suzanne

Suzanne — Sat, 05 May 2012 06:40:05 +0000

For the second time in 18 months have visited Venice .. (stayed in Rome took day trips via fast rail)

My first visit to Venice Oct 2010 .. Just love Venice. Walking through the streets, enjoying Coffee breaks, the people.

Visited Rome again March 2012 our trip was highlighted again, by visiting Venice.

Suzanne
Sydney. Australia

By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:34:14 +0000

Here’s the article you need:
http://www.italylogue.com/planning-a-trip/getting-from-venice-to-the-cinque-terre-and-vice-versa.html

By: Lionel Jacob

Lionel Jacob — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 07:57:31 +0000

WE will be in Venice 20th Aug to23rd Aug 2012 and found the hints from Jessica very interesting. WE then have aweek in Manarola, then 3 days in Rome. What is the best way to travel from Venice to Manarola in one day? Thank you, regards Lionel.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 01:17:49 +0000

I don’t do accommodation reviews anymore, but I have a few articles on hotels in Venice that are broken into categories you might find useful (http://www.italylogue.com/accommodation/finding-hotels-in-venice.html). For such a short trip, the main thing I’d focus on is location – on the islands (not the mainland) for sure, and if you want a place that’s a little off the regular tourist path then look for places not near St. Mark’s Square or the Rialto Bridge!

By: momster

momster — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 08:32:08 +0000

Jessica, do you have a recommendation for a quaint little bed and breakfast for a girlfriend, 24-hour trip? We’d rather have authentic and charming than trendy hotel and spa feel. Love your recommendations and hope to fit the top five in our quick trip.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:43:03 +0000

Here’s my article about getting from Venice’s airport into Venice:
http://www.italylogue.com/planning-a-trip/getting-from-venice-marco-polo-airport-to-venice-and-vice-versa.html

The Lido is further away than the main Venetian islands, so that would mean if you took the bus or a vaporetto to the main islands you’d have to switch to a different boat to get to the Lido. And if you opt for a private taxi boat, it’ll be a longer (& therefore more expensive) trip. You should email the hotel where you’re staying on the Lido & ask what they recommend.

Any good Italy guidebook that has a decent Venice section would be fine for your trip. I’ve used both Rick Steves & Lonely Planet in the past, but there are plenty of other good options.

By: Tara

Tara — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:53:28 +0000

Hi Jessica!
Thanks for the great advice! Im going with my mom and aunt in May and we are so excited! We fly into the airport and we stay at a hotel in Lido – is it easy to get to? Also we will be trying to do as much as we can on your list for the two full days we have, but is there a guidebook you would recommend for while we are walking around perhaps? Thanks so much for your help!

By: Jessica

Jessica — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 01:53:02 +0000

I actually wasn’t familiar with the Chorus Pass – all the Venice discount cards I knew about are here:
http://www.italylogue.com/planning-a-trip/venice-discount-cards-and-passes.html

I looked up the Chorus Pass, and it appears it’s completely separate – so just the churches:
http://www.chorusvenezia.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=37&Itemid=25

By: Annabelle

Annabelle — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:49:23 +0000

Hi Jessica,
thank you for the great Top 10 lists and tips on seeing Venice. Planning a trip in late August – I know peak tourist season, but that can’t be helped this time. Where can I buy a Chorus Pass, and what does it give you access to? 16 churches – anything else?

By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:04:46 +0000

I’m not sure what you mean by a travel pass for Italy, do you mean a Eurail Pass? Depending on what country you’re a resident of, you can get a Eurail Pass – but you’ll need to do some figuring to see if it’s the best option for your particular itinerary. Go to this page:
http://www.italylogue.com/train

And go to the section that says “Buying an Italy Rail Pass vs. Buying Train Tickets” – you’ll find more information there about how to figure out which option is best for you.