Things To Do While You Spend Your Vacation In Venice
Venice is one of the most gorgeous cities in the world and has canals, gondolas and remarkable architecture. If you have a plan to visit this city, try to visit it in spring or fall to avoid the heat and tourist crowds. Whilst in Venice, you can do a lot of sightseeing activities like going to churches, museums, and other tourist attractions. You can also attend many events and other activities that are exclusive to this city.
The Voga Longa is a rowing competition which is held annually on the last day of May. The distance that has to be covered by rowing is 32 kilometers, and this should be completed in less than three and a half hours in order to get a certificate. However, if you do not want a certificate, you can still take part for fun and take it as far as you wish as long as you are in a human-powered vessel. This rowing race in fact originated as a protest against the power boats that were taking over the canals, but has now turned into a festival. The racetrack passes through most of Venice, and people group along the canals to cheer up the participants.
The Regata ‘Storica is held in September on the first Sunday of the month. This commemorates an event that took place in 1489 by presenting about one hundred types of Venetian boats. In addition there are races, competitions, and other opportunities for people to be a part of.
Whilst in Venice, do not forget to take a ride on the Water Bus called Vaporetto at the time of sunset. The gorgeous sight is filled with the soft sunset light providing a mesmerizing picture, and is one of the best ways to remember Venice.
Whilst a Gondola is costly, anywhere between 80 Euros to 150 Euro you can negotiate the price down to the lower amount if you are really interested in having a ride. This is in reality a true Venetian experience, thus it is a good idea to budget for this prior to your trip, and make sure you go for the ride. The best way to negotiate the price as low as possible and then walk away, which will often be followed by at least one gondolier would come after you and reduce the cost further. The discounted rate might get you less time, and fewer sights, so bargain this with the gondolier before you get in.
If you are not interested in a gondola ride, then you can cross the Grand Canal via traghetto. These are not at all expensive and are basically gondolas that are too old to be used for that reason. You can also pay a visit to the Rialto Bridge and the open air markets next to it along with the Pescheria (fish market).
In addition you can spend a day on one of the islands (like Murano or Burano) which could be reached via the many boat services. The Glass Museum in Murano should not be missed as is the Lace Museum in Burano. However, even just walking around on these islands is a very good experience, and sitting at a caf and relaxing is also a good idea.
Venice is a stunning city, so make sure you make the most of your excursion and plan it in advance so you can budget for the activities you certainly want to involve yourself in.