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Impossibly beautiful, hovering like a dream above its lagoon, fragile and utterly bewitching: Venice exhausts the superlatives. And if by chance you should weary of its charms, you could always try the art-crammed Padua or stroll the green-rushing river of Verona.
Maximize your trip with this Lonely Planet Venice Travel Guide:
Jostling gondolas on the moonlit canal, spellbinding art in Byzantine basilicas, captivating islands adrift on the lagoon – your first glimpse of Venice will take your breath away. Unmask the city's secrets with this discerning guide. UNRAVEL THE MAZE – full-colour maps and detailed walking tours guide you through the labyrinth of alleyways and bridges FLOAT AWAY – discover hidden Venice with our insider tips for escaping the crowds STAY IN STYLE – from modest pensione to sophisticated mansions, our hand-picked accommodation listings won't let you down DINE LIKE A DOGE – opinionated restaurant reviews track down authentic Venetian cuisine as well as the city's best gelato INTO THE VENETO – go further with excursions to Verona, Padua, Vicenza, Treviso and beyond
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