Venice

Pros: A novelty, nice piazzas, glass factories worth seeing
Cons: HOT, dirty, bad food, rude people

I hate to start negatively, but I will. I really despised this city. I've been to many many towns and cities in Italy, and Venice is the only one that rubs me the wrong way. First, horrible food. Absolutely horrible. Everything caters to the tourists ...

Pros: TOTALLY UNIQUE, NO CARS
Cons: CROWDED, EXPENSIVE

Everyone agrees...that first ride down the Grand Canal leaves you breathless! Boats and gondolas are going every which way, outdoor restaurants are right at the water's edge, and the houses are colorful and ornate. When you arrive at San Marco Square,...

Pros: The views from the Grand Canal were amazing. 
Cons: Very crowded & very easy to get lost here!

We did a cruise on the Carnival Freedom in May 2008. At this port, our ship stayed overnight which was great as we had the opportunity to spend some extra time here without rushing around.Most important hint in my opinion is to please make sure you ...

Pros: the pasta
Cons: dirty, slummy, crowded, the pidgeons

Granted, it's been over 10 years since I went to Venice, but...I'll share what I experienced. We took a water taxi to get there. The first thing I noticed was how FILTHY dirty the water was and all the slums along either side of the water. I was really...

Pros: Beauty, food, history
Cons: Tourists, pigeons

Review Topic:  Practical Information

Venice is a frenzy of camera flashes and jostling tourists at any time of the year, but in June 2000, with the usual throng of summer visitors augmented by the approaching film festival, the...

Pros: Fascinating history
Cons: Not a great deal to do

In the early 16th century the ruling power in Venice decreed that the city's Jews be confined to a small islet, in the northern Cannaregio region of the city, now known as the Ghetto. This islet was cut off from the rest of the city by wide canals, the...

Pros: Lots to eat, and many restaurants to choose from
Cons: none

Austrians left their influence in Venice through their pastries, fruit tarts and strudel. Restaurants are many, and here are some recommended choices:
1. San Marco - self-service with a salad bar
2. Harry's Bar - downtown, expensive...

Pros: unbelievably beautiful
Cons: too many tourists

Review Topic:  Overview

Venice is a dream, but without careful planning it could seem more like a nightmare. It is one of the most visited spots on this earth and when it's crowded with tourists it's very hard to spot Venice's...

Pros: Beautiful City, Great Food
Cons: Buildings a little dirty from pollution

The city of romance is remarkable to not only lovers. A city built on water, from the motoscafo (airport shuttle boat) to Piazza San Marco, about an hours ride, one is instantly overcome with awe. The city is quiet, other than the hustle and bustle of...

Pros: Great, if you like being on the water.
Cons: Not so good if you get seasick.

We bought Valporetto tickets in front of the Rail Road Station for 4500 Italian Lira, and hopped on number 82, which we were told was the "express boat" to the Accademia. We headed out the wrong way, but kept thinking it would turn around....

Pros: The best I can say is that there IS a baggage claim.
Cons: Untrustworthy

Beloved Italy. I adore Italy. But the Venice Train Station Baggage Check? Never again. I visited this beautiful city during a three week tour of Italy with my two teen sons. We spent three enchanting days and two nights, based in a small pensione,...

Pros: Many choices.
Cons: Some can be very expensive!

Venice has lots of "buys", but they are known for glass candies at two-three for $5.00. Be careful your guests don't bite into them, because they look real! Ruby-colored glass, which is 20% more expensive because it has GOLD mixed in with the...

Pros: beautiful city and welcoming people
Cons: humidity and all the darn birds

I went to Venice, Italy one day during a 16 day trip throughout Europe. I went with a huge group of teenagers that were all involved in a music tour. We were there during the end of June/ early July time period. The city of Venice is just amazing....

Pros: Cheap and convenient, very welcoming
Cons: have to be back at 10 in the evening

"Going to Venice in August ? Are you crazy ? You will never find a place to stay !!!" If you plan to spend your holidays in Italy, you will hear this sentence as many times as the words "Ah, Venice, how romantic !". BUT this is not...

Pros: Italy, fun
Cons: rains

Sure Venice has the gondolas and they have the fountains, but most of all they have rain. Yes, lots of rain. There are many misconceptions about this city. I'm not saying that it is a bad city. I loved it, I'm just saying that there are more romantic...