Pocket Venice 7

Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Venice – and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Venice’s most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises – neighbourhood by neighbourhood – with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From admiring the architectural ensemble of Piazza San Marco, to shopping for vintage treasures at Mercato dell’Antiquariato, and seeking out Bellini’s beautiful artworks at San Zaccaria and San Francesco della Vigna churches.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet’s Pocket Venice travel guide:



Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 – 7 days
Find what you’re looking for fast with this guide’s all-new structure and design and navigate Venice with ease
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Basilica di San Marco, Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and The Rialto
Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions
Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood’s personality and get you to those ‘don’t miss’ sights
Discover ‘A Few Surprises’ in a new feature that showcases Venice’s best kept secrets and rising trends
Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our ‘Getting Around’ section
Make quick travel decisions using ‘Trip Planning’ pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance
Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Venice
Covers: San Marco & Palazzo Ducale; Dorsoduro & the Accademia; San Polo & Santa Croce; Cannaregio & the Ghetto; Castello; Giudecca, Lido & the Southern Islands; Murano, Burano & the Northern Islands



Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city – neighbourhood by neighbourhood – and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet’s Pocket Venice.

Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
Imprint: Lonely Planet
Publication date: 12/09/2024
Series: Pocket Guide