DK Travel : Venice

The uniquely romantic city of Venice was built entirely on water and has managed to survive into the 21st century without cars. Narrow alleyways and canals pass between sumptuous palaces and magnificent churches, colourful neighbourhood markets and quiet backwaters, unchanged for centuries. Few cities possess such an awesome line-up of sights for visitors.

For guided tours around Venice (see Guided Tours)

Gran Caffe Garibaldi

has a wonderful enticing position overlooking the Piazza dei Signori in Vicenza but not recommended - am not one to complain easily but service was slow and I sent the main course back twice, by then it was just inedible.
Grand Canal

Although Venice is composed of islands and canals, the Grand Canal is the only really large one.
Grand Canal

The city’s majestic watercourse swarms with all manner of boats, while its embankments boast a dazzling succession of palaces dating back as early as the 13th century (see Grand Canal).
Grand Canal, Hotel Monaco

Traditional Venetian and Italian cuisine of a very high standard, including freshly made pasta with shrimp and seafood risotto, accompanied by the best of European wines. The setting, a terrace on the Grand Canal, is stunning.
Grand Hotel Palazzo dei Dogi

With a marvellous garden stretching back to the lagoon, this former convent on a quiet Cannaregio canal is superbly furnished with Murano chandeliers and fabrics crafted by leading artisans. Best value luxury hotel in town with its own guest launch.
Graziati

Buttery millefoglie pastries perfectly accompany a strong sweet coffee as you sit outside on the lively market square. Light lunches are served downstairs.
Greeks

Since 1498 the longest surviving group, still active with their own church.
Grilled Fish

Such as coda di rospo (monkfish) or pesce spada (swordfish) from the south.
Grilled Vegetables

Radicchio (red chicory) in winter, zucchini (courgettes) and melanzane (aubergine/eggplant) in summer, and roasted peperoni (peppers).
Gritti Palace

Hemingway stayed in this 15th-century palace-hotel located on the Grand Canal. Romantic waterside dining is among the features.

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