Discover Venice 2026

The square, described by Napoleon as «the finest drawing room in Europe», is dominated by the golden St Mark's Basilica with its Byzantine mosaics and the 99-metre-tall Campanile, with panoramic views over the lagoon.

The Gothic Doge's Palace served for centuries as the seat of government of the Republic of Venice and is connected via the famous Bridge of Sighs to the former prison.

The Grand Canal, more than three kilometres long, winds in an S-shape through the city and is best explored by public vaporetto or on a romantic gondola ride past magnificent palazzi.

The lagoon island of Murano has been famous for centuries for its refined glassblowing, while nearby Burano captivates with its brightly painted fishermen's houses and traditional lace-making.

Zurich–Venice by Railjet takes about five hours directly to the city centre.

Dominated by the golden St Mark's Basilica with its Byzantine mosaics and the Campanile.

Served for centuries as the seat of government of the Republic of Venice, connected via the Bridge of Sighs.

Best explored by public vaporetto or on a romantic gondola ride past magnificent palazzi.