Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves! This colorful, compact guidebook is perfect for spending a week or less in Venice:City walks and tours: Eight detailed tours and walks showcase Venice's essential sights, including St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Grand Canal, plus handy neighborhood breakdowns Rick's strategic advice on what experiences are worth your time and money What to eat and where to stay: Savor calamari at a cicchetti bar, mingle with locals with a spritz con Aperol in hand, and stay in a romantic canal-side hotel Day-by-day itineraries to help you prioritize your time A detailed, detachable fold-out map, plus museum and city maps throughout Full-color, portable, and slim for exploring on the goTrip-planning practicalities like when to go, how to get around, and more Lightweight yet packed with valuable insight into Venice's history and culture, Rick Steves Pocket Venice truly is a tour guide in your pocket. Spending more than a week in the city? Try Rick Steves Venice. Read more

• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Travel MapHome to the gondola and Grand Canal, Venice a popular tourist destination and international luxury destination. Covering this beautiful city's road and waterways with unparalleled detail, National Geographic's City Destination map of Venice combines an easy-to-read street map with a travel guide. Displayed throughout the map are hundreds of points of interest, including gondola stands, water bus stations, theaters, hotels, churches, parks, notable buildings. Many of the city's top attractions are depicted in 3D, including Basilica di San Marco, Galleria dell'Accademia and Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari.Inset maps cover the areas of Lido and Murano, while a regional map shows the city's location in the heart of the Venetian Lagoon. A user friendly index of streets, land and water features, hotels and points of interest will help you find your destination and plan your route quickly. A comprehensive vaperetto (water bus) map and diagram of Marco Polo Airport will aid in your navigation into and around the city. Background information about the city, its most popular attractions and transit system is also provided.Every Destination Map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making them waterproof, tear-resistant and tough — capable of withstanding the rigors of any kind of travel.Map Scale = 1:6,500Sheet Size = 24.75" x 17.75"Folded Size = 4" x 8.75" Read more

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Italy.Discover Italy's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from standing face to face with world-famous Renaissance paintings at Florence's premier art museum, Galleria degli Uffizi; to eating mind-blowing gelato by Italy's 'gelato maker of the year' winner in Bologna; and experiencing the wild beauty of one of Sicily's most isolated golden-sand beaches.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Italytravel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that’s easy to use so you can navigate Italy effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull out map ofItalyGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Capitoline Museums, Via Appia Antica, Palazzo PittiEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Italian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Rome; Lazio & Abruzzo; Turin & Piedmont; Italian Riviera; Milan & the Lakes; Venice; The Dolomites & the Northeast; Bologna & Emilia-Romagna; Florence; Tuscany; Umbria & Le Marche; Naples & Campania; Puglia; Calabria & Basilicata; Sicily; Sardinia Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Italy. Read more

Glide along the canals and meander down the cobblestone alleys as you soak up the art, history, and culture of Venice with Rick by your side. Inside Rick Steves Venice you'll find:Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Venice Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from St. Mark's Basilica and the Rialto Bridge to the charming city of Padua How to connect with local culture: Say "buongiorno" to the fish mongers at the morning market, snack on chicchetti at a local wine bar, and people-watch on a sunny piazza Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a scoop of gelato Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and museums, plus a Grand Canal Cruise tour Detailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out city map for exploring on the go Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on the San Marco District, Santa Croce, Cannaregio, and more, with side trips to Padua, Vicenza, Verona, and Ravenna Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Venice. Spending less than a week in the city? Check out Rick Steves Pocket Venice! Read more

Streetwise Venice Map is a laminated city center map of Venice, Italy. The accordion-fold pocket size travel map shows water bus lines.Coverage includes:Main Venice, Italy Map 1:8,400Murano Island Map Giudecca Island Map Venice Water Bus MapVenice map dimensions:8.5 x 4 inches when map is foldedVenice: Prince of the Adriatic, Queen of romantics, King of canals and palaces. Venice is pure Italian opera.Like the famous Fenice Theatre, twice resurrected after devastating fires, Venice continues to flirt with disaster. The Venetian Lagoon which swells and floods Venice each year during the acque alta threatens to do so permanently unless a solution is found. But Venice continues to hold her head above water like a bejeweled diva swooning in the sea. Masked revelers during carnival seem like theatrical extras to a city that is always center stage. For the first time visitor, the pageantry of Venice is intoxicating. For the return visitor, it is addicting.Famous for its Venetian art, baroque palaces, mercantile history, and regional cuisine, Venice is a city that must be experienced on foot. Gradually, in dozens of churches, museums, and palaces, the extraordinary richness of Venice is revealed. So much to see, it will strain your neck and feet by the end of the day! You will still be able to count on your STREETWISE® Venice Map to get you back to your hotel or Palazzo.The island of Murano has been a center of glass making since the late 13th century when it was ruled that glassmaking be moved from Venice out to the island to protect the city from fire. Glass makers were famous for being the first to craft mirrors and were also know for the curlicue ornate chandeliers they produced. Glass making continues today and tours of the factories and their ubiquitous gift shops are widely available. The inset map of Murano will help you escape the tour and find a lovely spot for lunch.The pocket size map of Venice is laminated for durability and accordion folding for effortless use. To enhance your visit to Venice, pick up a Michelin Green Guide Venice and the Veneto, full of suggested itineraries, highlighting three-star attractions, options for entertainment, shopping, staying, dining and including detailed information on places you shouldn't miss (Grand Canal, Piazza San Marco, St Mark's Basilica, Doges Palace, Accademia). For driving or to plan your trip to and from Venice, use the Michelin Italy Road and Tourist Map No. 735. Read more

VanDam’s new 2024 StreetSmart® Venice maps all top attractions, churches, museums, major architecture, galleries, historic sites, hotels, palazzi, bars, restaurants, bars and more at an immensely legible scale of 1:5,500, complete with 3-D building illustrations. Clear information design allows users to read the map from three feet away and has earned VanDam maps a place in the MoMA Collection. The map is film-laminated and easily fits into shirt pocket or purse. Dimensions: 9” x 4” closed, 9” by 36” open.Coverage: Venice Street Map 1:10,500; Central Venice Detail including Castello, Cannarégio, Dorsoduro, San Marco, San Polo, Santa Croce, 1: 6,500; Venice Lagoon Area Map 1:85,000, Murano Detail: 1:19,000; Vaporetto Transportation MapVenice is a walkers’ paradise. StreetSmart® Venice makes sure you get around town on foot and by boat with confidence and ease. We select the most memorable walks away from the tourist throngs and direct you in five self-guided tours. Here are two examples:The “Rialto Loop Walk” leads you from Piazza San Marco — just two rights and a left— to Harry’s Bar through San Marco to Teatro La Fenice,the famed opera house where the premieres of the major bel canto era composers—Rossini, Bellini, Donizetti, and Verdi—were performed. It’s name “The Phoenix” is testament to its stature as a performing arts theater to "rise from the ashes" three times after devastating fires in 1774, 1836 and 1996. Crossing Ponte de la Verona over Río Adigio you arrive at Campo Manin a dreamy plaza en route to the restored 15th-century Cotarini Palace whose spiral staircase La Scala Cotarini del Bovolo starred in Orson Welles' film Othello. Around the corner is Teatro Goldini which may the perfect place to watch the Casanova Opera Pop. Passing Palazzo Bembo you arrive at the Canal Grande. Turn right to take in the buzz, history and splendor of the Rialto Bridge the oldest of the four bridges crossing the Canal Grande. Continue on via Campo San Bartolomeo and admire the art and architecture of Chiesa di San Salvador, a landmark baroque church where the great Titian Annunciation of 1563/6 sits on an altar. Enjoy the grey interior before re-entering commercial culture of the Merceria the main shopping street in Venice which leads you back into Piazza San Marco. Finish off your walk with an espresso at Caffé Florian to take in the scene. The “Zaccaria Walk” guides you from Piazza San Marco to San Zaccaria Church and back to the Palazzo Ducale. The Church is famous for its “Sacra Conversazione” altar piece by Bellini, a major forerunner of the Venetian School who tutored the masters Titian and Giorgione and dates to 1505. In 1787, Napoleon — while sacking the city of Venice — cut the altarpiece out of its frame taking it back to Paris; it was later returned. To ponder the significance of wars shuttling art from capital to capital head down toward the Riva to Bar Dandolo across Rio Vin for high tea and/or a signature cocktail. Exiting the bar turn right at the Grand Canal and look up Rio del Palazzo to view the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri) which connects the Doge’s Palace to the prison across the rio. Best viewed at night. To explore the sestiere of San Polo & its famed Mercato della Pescheria take the Rialto to Frari Walk on a journey from the famed fishmarket — come early — through the San Polo neighborhood to Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari church, a singular specimen of Franciscan Gothic architecture, and its late renaissance masterpiece: Titian’s “Assumption of the Virgin. So get StreetSmart® Venice and become an instant Venetian. Read more

Get away from your screen and use this book as an informative and fun companion for walking tours in Venice. Inside, you will find links to itineraries for exploring various parts of the city that complement each activity. These activities add an element of fun and learning as you explore the sights of the city. Suitable for children aged 8 and above, as well as adults, these challenges offer a family-friendly exploration of the city. Enhance your Venetian experience by combining education with entertainment for a memorable visit. Read more

Do you long to see the real secrets tucked away behind the canals? Discover a seasoned expert’s guide to this extraordinary setting.Worried all you’ll do is line up for gondolas? Searching for nooks and crannies most tourists miss? Can’t face a sweaty bus and endless selfie stops? Corinna Cooke is a private tour guide specializing in exclusive trips to Italy and has spent more than half her life traveling to Venice. Now she’s here to share how you can escape the crowds, open up the inaccessible, and make your experience totally memorable.Glam Italia! 101 Fabulous Things To Do In Venice: Fantastic Finds In The Most Unique City On Earth is a comprehensive resource covering every detail of this historic lagoon backdrop. Packed with cool details related in a fun, conversational manner, Cooke shows you how to use both boat and foot to break free from the throng. And by immersing yourself in over 1,000 years of mesmerizing history, you’ll be captivated whileenjoying – or planning – the trip of a lifetime.In Glam Italia! 101 Fabulous Things To Do In Venice, you’ll discover:Little-known attractions that bring the inhabitants and their lifestyle into vivid realityIn-depth stories to show the incredible richness hidden in each famous and not-so-famous iconThe best-kept secrets to finding the city's renowned art masterpiecesWhere to find the world’s most haunted island for those who love a scareHow to locate the top-rated Cicchetti bars, explore the other isles, get around easily, and much, much more!Glam Italia! 101 Fabulous Things To Do In Venice is the fabulously entertaining third book in the Glam Italia Travel Series. If you like digging deeper, going way beyond facts and figures, and avoiding tourist traps, then you’ll adore Corinna Cooke’s fascinating journey down the narrow streets and canals.Buy Glam Italia! 101 Fabulous Things To Do In Venice to glide through the waters of history today! Read more

Whether you want to explore Piazza San Marco, take a gondola ride through the canals, or kick back with an aperitivo, the local Fodor's travel experts in Venice are here to help! Fodor's Venice guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's Venice travel guide includes:AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and doMULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your timeMORE THAN 15 DETAILED MAPS and a FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidentlyCOLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and morePHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Best Museums in Venice” and moreTRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and moneyHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and moreSPECIAL FEATURES on “Cruising the Grand Canal,” “The Basilica di San Marco,” “What to Watch, Read, and Listen to Before You Visit,” “What to Eat and Drink,” and “What to Buy” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gemsItalian LANGUAGE PRIMERS with useful words and essential phrasesUP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: St. Mark's Square, the Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge, San Marco, Dorsoduro, Cannaregio, Castello, Murano, Burano, Torcello, the Lido, San Michele, gondola rides, Basilica di San Marco, San Polo, Santa Croce, San Giorgio Maggiore, and the Giudecca. Side trips from Venice including Verona, Vicenza, Padua, Trieste, and more.Planning on visiting more places in Italy? Check out Fodor's Essential Italy, Fodor's Best of Italy, Fodor's Florence & Tuscany, Fodor's Rome, or Fodor's The Amalfi Coast, Capri & Naples.*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us! Read more

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Venice City Map is your conveniently sized passport to travelling with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, an extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory. With this easy-to-use, full-colour navigation tool in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of Venice, so begin your journey now!Durable and waterproofEasy-fold format and convenient sizeHandy slipcaseFull colour and easy to useExtensive street and site indexImages and information about top city attractionsHandy transport mapsWalking tour routesPractical travel tips and directoryItinerary suggestionsCovers Sestiere di San Marco, Grand Canal, Sestiere di Dorsoduro, Sestiere di San Polo, Santa Croce, Sestiere di Cannaregio, Sestiere di Castello, Giudecca, Lido, Southern Islands, Murano, Burano, Northern IslandsLooking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Venice and the Veneto, our most comprehensive guidebook to the city, covering the top sights and most authentic offbeat experiences. Or check out Lonely Planet'sPocketVenice, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss experiences for a quick trip.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia) Read more

Do you dream of wandering through ancient ruins, sipping wine on a sunny terrace, and soaking in the romance of Italy but don’t know where to begin?You’re overwhelmed by endless travel blogs and guidebooks. Every city seems packed with must-sees, but you’re unsure what’s truly worth your time.You fear missing out on hidden gems, local experiences, and authentic cuisine because most tourists only scratch the surface of what Italy offers.Your time is limited. You want to make every moment count, but planning the perfect Italian getaway feels stressful and chaotic.Imagine spending hours in lines, overpaying for mediocre meals, or walking right past a breathtaking hidden piazza because no guide told you it existed. Don’t let your dream trip turn into a blur of missed opportunities.What You’ll Gain from This Guide:✅Uncover Hidden Gems: From tucked-away trattorias to secret viewpoints, discover the Italy most tourists miss.✅Stress-Free Planning: Easy-to-follow itineraries and clear city breakdowns help you travel smarter, not harder.✅Savor True Italian Flavor: Find the best local eateries, wine bars, and markets that deliver the real taste of Italy.✅Explore Iconic Cities with Ease: Rome, Venice, Florence, Amalfi Coast & more—dive deep with insider tips and curated highlights.✅Cultural Insights: Learn how to blend in like a local—from dining etiquette to regional traditions.✅Pocket-Sized Convenience: Lightweight and practical, this guide is your perfect travel companion.Why You Need This Book:This isn’t just a guide it’s your personal Italian travel concierge. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, you’ll discover something new, exciting, and deeply memorable.✈️ Ready to Fall in Love with Italy?Don’t just visit Italy. Experience it with heart, flavor, and passion. Grab your copy now and let the adventure begin. Read more

A spellbinding new portrait of one of the world’s most beloved cities, from the author of IstanbulLa Serenissima. Its breathtaking architecture, art, and opera ensure that Venice remains a perennially popular destination for tourists and armchair travelers alike. Yet most of the available books about this magical city are either facile travel guides or fusty academic tomes. In Venice, renowned historian Thomas F. Madden draws on new research to explore the city’s many astonishing achievements and to set 1,500 years of Venetian history and the endless Venetian-led Crusades in the context of the ever-shifting Eurasian world. Filled with compelling insights and famous figures, Venice is a monumental work of popular history that’s as opulent and entertaining as the great city itself. Read more

Uncover the Charm of Northern Italy: Your Ultimate 2025 Travel GuideGet ready to experience the captivating beauty of Northern Italy like never before with the Northern Italy Travel Guide 2025. This comprehensive guide will take you on a journey through the region’s picturesque landscapes, world-class cities, and rich cultural heritage—from the majestic Alps to the romantic canals of Venice, and from the fashion capital of Milan to the historic treasures of Florence. Whether you're a first-time visitor or returning to explore more, this guide is your perfect travel companion.Inside, you’ll find:Comprehensive City Guides: Detailed, in-depth descriptions of Northern Italy's most iconic cities—Milan, Venice, Verona, Turin, Florence, and more—complete with insider tips on the best neighborhoods, hidden gems, and must-see attractions.Explore the Outdoors: From the rolling hills of Tuscany and the serene shores of Lake Como to the dramatic Alps, discover the region’s breathtaking natural beauty, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.Cultural and Historical Insights: Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Northern Italy. Explore grand museums, iconic landmarks, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and local traditions that shape the region’s identity.Food and Drink: Indulge in authentic Northern Italian cuisine with recommendations for local delicacies, trattorias, and top restaurants. Learn where to taste the best risotto in Milan or the finest wine in Piedmont.Day Trips and Hidden Gems: Escape the crowds and explore charming villages, scenic vineyards, and lesser-known treasures that only locals know about. Whether it’s a day trip to the Cinque Terre or a visit to an ancient abbey in the foothills of the Alps, you’ll uncover Italy’s best-kept secrets.Practical Travel Information: This guide includes everything you need to know for a smooth trip, from transportation options (trains, buses, and more) to the best time to visit, budget tips, and safety advice.Why You’ll Love This Guide:Tailored Recommendations: This guide offers suggestions for every type of traveler, whether you're after luxury, adventure, or a deep dive into local culture.Essential Travel Tips: Get expert advice on how to navigate Italy like a local, avoid tourist traps, and make the most of your time in this vibrant region.Beautifully Organized: With maps, suggested itineraries, and tips on everything from where to stay to what to pack, planning your Northern Italy adventure has never been easier.Your Northern Italian Adventure AwaitsReady to explore the wonders of Northern Italy? With the Northern Italy Travel Guide 2025, you’ll be prepared to experience the best of the region—whether you’re indulging in local wines, taking in sweeping mountain views, or losing yourself in the art, history, and romance of Venice.Don’t miss out on the experience of a lifetime. Order your copy today and start planning your unforgettable Italian getaway! Read more

Planning a trip to this magical city can be very difficult, and without the proper advice, it's very easy to squander time, go over budget, or miss out on hidden treasures that make Venice so remarkable.This travel book is your best friend for experiencing Venice like an expert, so don't allow uncertainty or lack of planning ruin your once-in-a-lifetime trip.With its wealth of insider knowledge, useful suggestions, and in-depth analysis, this guide will help you easily traverse Venice, steer clear of typical tourist pitfalls, and discover the city's best-kept secrets.Learn how to find genuine restaurants away from the masses, arrange your days to make the most of every second, and save money on lodging and transportation. This guide guarantees that you won't miss anything, from well-known sites like St. Mark's Basilica and the Rialto Bridge to peaceful squares, neighborhood markets, and secret gardens. Additionally, you will discover how to carefully explore Venice, appreciate its distinct culture, and make lifelong memories.This guide will provide you with:Professional guidance on where to dine, stay, and explore.Cost-cutting strategies to reduce your spending without compromising quality.Detailed itineraries for all kinds of tourists.Crucial advice for negotiating the bridges, vaporettos, and canals of Venice.Insights into customs, local culture, and undiscovered attractions that most visitors miss.Get the advice you require to ensure that your journey is stress-free, remarkable, and genuinely magical rather than leaving it to chance.Plan your ideal vacation to Venice now, and use this guide to discover the beauty of one of the most remarkable cities on earth. Read more

As the most celebrated European to explore Asia, Marco Polo was the original global traveler and the earliest bridge between East and West. A universal icon of adventure and discovery, he has inspired six centuries of popular fascination and spurious mythology. Now, from the acclaimed author of Over the Edge of the World: Magellan’s Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe (“Superb . . . A first-rate historical page turner”—The New York Times)—comes the first fully authoritative biography of one of the most enchanting figures in world history. In this masterly work, Marco Polo’s incredible odyssey—along the Silk Road and through all the fantastic circumstances of his life—is chronicled in sumptuous and illuminating detail.We meet him as a callow young man, the scion of a wealthy Venetian merchant family, only seventeen when he sets out in 1271 with his father and uncle on their journey to Asia. We see him gain the confidence of Kublai Khan, the world’s most feared and powerful leader, and watch him become a trusted diplomat and intelligence agent in the ruler’s inner circle. We are privy to his far-flung adventures on behalf of the Khan, living among the Mongols and other tribes, and traveling to magical cities, some far advanced over the West. We learn the customs of the Khan’s court, both erotic and mercantile, and Polo’s uncanny ability to adapt to them. We follow him on his journey back to Venice, laden with riches, the latest inventions, and twenty-four years’ worth of extraordinary tales.And we see his collaboration with the famed writer Rustichello of Pisa, who immediately saw in Polo the story of a lifetime; enlivened by his genius for observation, Polo’s tales needed little embellishment. Recorded by Rustichello as the two languished as prisoners of war in a Genoese jail, the Travels would explode the notion of non-Europeans as untutored savages and stand as the definitive description of China until the nineteenth century.Drawing on original sources in more than half a dozen languages, and on his own travels along Polo’s route in China and Mongolia, Bergreen explores the lingering controversies surrounding Polo’s legend, settling age-old questions and testing others for significance. Synthesizing history, biography, and travelogue, this is the timely chronicle of a man who extended the boundaries of human knowledge and imagination. Destined to be the definitive account of its subject for decades to come, Marco Polo takes us on a journey to the limits of history—and beyond. Read more

Picturing Venice is one of the largest collections of historic photographs of the city ever published. More than 400 images provide a detailed visual record of life in Venice from 1850-1920. Step back in time and explore the stunning architecture, awe inspiring churches, bustling markets, and hidden canals. Look in on all aspects of domestic life and see how the lives of wealthy tourists contrasted sharply with those of local Venetians. See Venice in the 19th Century when it was the playground of the world’s painters, writers, and poets. Take a virtual walk through every neighborhood of the city and follow shopkeepers, fishermen, and gondoliers at their work. Detailed maps of each area of the city show the exact location where every photograph was taken, providing added context and enabling the reader to compare each photograph with the same locations today. 430 Historic photographs26 Detailed mapsPhotographs include all neighborhoods of the city as well as the major islands of the lagoon. Read more

This book is a pictorial journey through the timeless beauty of Venice. Celebrating the light, art, history and city's uniqueness in perspective and close-up. Every alley and every corner has a story to tell, with stunning details and light that cut through the camera's lens. It is an imposing city in many ways. Venice's fantastic waterways and inviting glow inspire artists and loving couples from all over the world. Who can resist the beauty of the marble work of Basilica di San Marco? The beautiful architecture of Ponte di Rialto? Venice is art, love, tradition, drama, power, and more. It illuminates the soul and triggers curiosity.The book has ten clear chapters with stunning photography, each with a Venice-specific theme: the canals, the gondola and gondolier, San Marco, Ponte di Rialto, Palazzo Ducale, Ponte dei Sospiri, Canal Grande, Gallerie dell'Accademia, Hotel Danieli, and Adriatic Sea Waterfront.This beautiful book is an inspirational eye-opener before travelling to Venice. The imagery expresses the unique atmosphere in a natural light. Stories and facts weave together into the larger historical context. In the book, timelessness, beauty, and storytelling guide you through the magnificent city of Venice. It is dreamy and poetic, defining beauty through art, craft, architecture, and human visions. Let’s explore one thousand years together. Read more

Have you ever dreamed of wandering through picturesque streets where ancient Roman ruins meet vibrant café culture? With Padua Travel Guide 2025, you’re not just visiting; you’re immersing yourself in the heartbeat of Italy's best-kept secret.Unlock the secrets of Padua, Italy's captivating yet often overlooked treasure, with this definitive guide for the discerning traveler.Padua is right in the middle of the Veneto region. It's a place where old and new Italian life mix together. Travel writer Reed M. Callahan shows you how to see Padua like someone who lives there.Inside this meticulously researched guide, you'll discover:Insider tips on the best times to visit Padua's world-famous Scrovegni Chapel, home to Giotto's revolutionary frescoesHidden gems of the city's culinary scene, from century-old cafes to cutting-edge fusion restaurantsDetailed walking tours that unveil the city's rich tapestry of Roman ruins, medieval piazzas, and Renaissance masterpiecesThe locals' favorite spots for aperitivo, ensuring you experience the authentic Paduan lifestyleUp-to-date information on Padua's exciting cultural calendar, including the not-to-be-missed events of 2025Practical advice on navigating the city's charming streets and utilizing its efficient public transportation systemEssential phrases and a mini Portuguese phrasebook to enhance your communication with localsCultural insights into the Paduan way of life, from customs and traditions to etiquette tips for dining and social interactionsBudget-friendly options for accommodation, dining, and activities, ensuring a memorable trip without breaking the bankSafety tips and health advice, including emergency contacts and information on local healthcare servicesUnique shopping experiences, including artisan markets and recommendations for authentic souvenirs to take homeAnd Lots more…With stunning photography, easy-to-read maps, and Callahan's engaging prose, this guide doesn't just show you Padua—it immerses you in it. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay, PADUA Travel Guide 2025 is your key to unlocking the true essence of this enchanting Italian city.Embark on a journey of discovery and fall in love with Padua's timeless beauty.Your Italian adventure starts here! Read more

As comprehensive as it is engaging, John Julius Norwich's A History of Venice is a complete history of "the most beautiful and magical of cities." This necessary volume traces the rise of Venice from its fifth-century origins through 1797 when Napoleon put an end to the thousand-year-old Republic. Read more

A guide designed for the time you actually have for your trip!Italy has so much to offer. If art is your passion, there’s the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. If religious sights are what you’re looking for, there’s St. Peter’s in the Vatican and Milan’s fantastic Duomo (cathedral). If eating and drinking in a festive atmosphere is more to your liking, you’ve got Bologna (the food town in Italy). And if you’re interested in spectacular architecture, you’ll be amazed at the splendid beauty of Venice with its buildings rising out of the sea.As the title says, our little guide will make your trip easy. Tuck it into your pocket and head out for a great day of sightseeing. You'll have access to Italy’s top sights right at your fingertips (from the canals of Venice to the Colosseum in Rome to the Leaning Tower of Pisa), with insider tips on cafes, restaurants, shops, and where to sample delicious Italian wines.This is the perfect guide for planning your trip to Italy. If you have a short time, we’ll make it easy for you to truly experience Italy. Forget those large, bulky travel guides. This handy little guide to Italy is all you need to make your visit enjoyable, memorable—and easy.Museums, Monuments, Historic Sights, and ArchitectureParks, Palaces, and GardensOver 100 Restaurants, Wine Bars, and WineriesExcursions to Turin, Bergamo, Ravenna, Padua, Pisa, and CapriTravel Tips and Detailed MapsFrom the author of Eating & Drinking in Italy: Italian Menu Translator and Restaurant Guide. Read more