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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.
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Canalside setting and home-style Venetian cooking, such as polpette (meatballs).
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This simple hotel is very conveniently located, only a 10-minute stroll from Padua’s main sights (see Basilica del Santo).
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A beautiful place to stay, convenient for Piazzale Roma, this 16th-century palace is often used as a film set, with a huge lobby and a courtyard draped in wisteria. Rooms have all mod cons.
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Spacious self-service eatery. Choice of hot meals, pizza or rolls.
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Calle degli Albanesi near Piazza San Marco is named in honour of this large 15th-century community.
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Charming old place at Rialto, saturated with history and dating back to 1288. No great views but heaps of charm and space.
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An upmarket bar for wine lovers, also serves rolls and salads.
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Friendly eatery with a wonderful seafood window display.
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Choose from an innovative range of pizza slices to take away, including wild mushroom, smoked ham, tomatoes and rocket.
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Tiny non-smoking restaurant with an unusual selection of fish, cheese and wines.
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Hotel price categories
For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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Restaurant price categories
For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
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