00:00Venice
00:04What's the first thing to do when in Venice?
00:08Get lost!
00:09With the marvelous and captivating beauty of the city,
00:13it's highly recommended that you wander through the streets and alleys
00:17for as long as you please.
00:20St. Mark's Square is certainly one of the most popular
00:25and it's especially beautiful when there are little people in it.
00:30Early morning or late in the evening,
00:32you might find the square to just a few people.
00:35Venice also isn't quite known for its nightlife,
00:38so it's perfect to appreciate the quiet
00:41and be at peace with your lonesome in this city.
00:45Restaurants close early and the huge crowds disappear.
00:50Next thing you should try is the Grand Canal Tour.
00:54Aside from walking around Venice,
00:56it's through this tour that you should also see the city.
01:01The Grand Canal only has a few bridge crossings
01:05and taking a ride on one of the city's water buses is definitely a must-try.
01:10Sit back, relax and enjoy the view.
01:15A lot of tourists also frequent the Murano Island.
01:19This is where glass-blowing demos are held.
01:23It's both entertaining and educational at the same time.
01:28Then, another island in the Venice Lagoon is worth the trip.
01:34Catch a Vaporetto to Milano instead of a boat
01:38and then walk around the streets.
01:41Then, there's the Doge's Palace.
01:44It's partly connected to and stands almost right next to the Basilica.
01:50It's called the Palazzo Ducale in Italian.
01:53Why do people love it?
01:55Because it's where you get to walk over the famous Bridge of Sighs.
02:01Then, there's the secret to seeing the city with a view from the top.
02:06The top of the Campanile or the Bell Tower,
02:10located right in front of the church, is the place to be.
02:14From there, the views are amazing
02:17and of course, you can get a closer look at the huge bells that ring out all the time.
02:24There's the Burano Island,
02:26recommended for its lesser-crowded streets and brightly-painted buildings.
02:31It sets itself up as the perfect backdrop for an afternoon stroll.
02:37The colors of the city feels like a movie,
02:40so light and cheery and will surely leave a smile on your face.
02:46Torcello Island is another,
02:48which gives you the escape to nature you might need.
02:52It's the place to go if you want to escape from the crowds,
02:56the tourists and the busy city.
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