10 TOP Things to Do in Veneto August 2026

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Things to do

Venice: Borges Labyrinth Experience on San Giorgio Island

฿570

per adult

Verona: Juliet’s House Fast-Track Entry Ticket & Audio Guide

Juliet’s House and Balcony Fast-Track Ticket & Audio Guide

฿936

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Murano and Burano with Visit to the Glassworks and Lace Museum

฿764

per adult

Venice Hidden Mysteries Souls and Holistic Journey

฿573

per adult

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Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride

฿1,491

per traveller

72% of travellers recommend

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Mantua: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour "City, Lakes, and Natural Park"

฿497

per adult

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1. St. Mark's Square

Step into Venice’s most famous square and expect to be impressed by the opulence of St. Mark’s Basilica, the towering Campanile, and the gothic façade of the Doge’s Palace. This lively hub has been the focal point for Venetian life for over 10 centuries. Enjoy a drink in one of the cafés under the colonnaded arcade that lines the square or visit its most iconic buildings.

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2. Grand Canal

The Grand Canal is Venice’s famous S-shaped thoroughfare. On any given day you can hear the splashing of the oars of the gondolas that slowly traverse the city just as they have done for centuries. A trip in a gondola is almost unavoidable because there are very few sidewalks along the canal, and the backs of the Floating City’s buildings drop straight into the water. A more modern and faster way to see the Grand Canal, and the main tourist attractions alongside it, is by vaporetto (water bus). For a simple crossing, take a traghetto, a ferry on which you remain standing for the duration of the short trip.

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3. Rialto Bridge

When riding a vaporetto (water bus) or gondola along the Grand Canal, look up as you round the bend by the fish market: One of Venice’s most iconic sights appears before you. The Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto) has been a feature of the city since the late 1500s. It has a distinctive V-shape design, high stone arcades and balustrades from which tourists peek at the gondolas in the canal below.

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4. Verona Arena

Dominating the skyline of Verona is Arena di Verona, a Roman amphitheater that is one of the largest in the world. Built in A.D. 30, the arena is one of the oldest structures in the city and a building of colossal proportions. It’s also one of Verona’s most popular attractions and draws over 500,000 visitors to the city each year. Admire its architecture and watch an opera from its historic stone steps.

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5. Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Resort

Cortina d'Ampezzo Ski Resort is one of Italy’s most fashionable resorts. Many visitors come to socialize rather than focus on skiing, which means you can expect the resort’s excellent runs to be surprisingly quiet. Glide down smooth slopes, admire views of stunning peaks from the chairlifts and take part in a range of other outdoor activities.

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Burano

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Colorful houses line narrow canals at this charming island renowned for its delicate lacework.

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Venice City Center

The stunning cathedral and charming cafes are just a few highlights of Venice City Center. Make a stop by St. Mark's Square or Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo while you're exploring the area.

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San Marco

San Marco is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like St. Mark's Square and Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo.

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Verona City Centre

Historical sites, cafes and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Verona City Centre. Make a stop by Verona Arena or Castelvecchio Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Cannaregio

A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Casino of Venice and Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery.

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San Polo

San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Campo San Polo and Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari while you're in town.