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Today, most of the world celebrates the beginning of a new year on the first of January, but until the fall of the Republic, in Venice, it was otherwise.…
The wide price range, which starts as low as 30 euros and can increase up to a few thousand euros depending on the complexity of the work and the value of the metals and the stones, makes it possible for all to get an authentic and high-quality craft, entirely hand made in Venice!…
An aperitif in one of the nicest positions in Venice, with an outstanding view on the Grand Canal, at a great price!…
Halfway between the famous landmarks Chiesa di Santa Maria della Salute and Accademia Bridge, Saverio's workshop represents the red thread that connects the ancient times of the Serenissima to the modern Venice... you should not miss it!…
Step into Alessandro's shop and workshop and be welcomed by wonderful artistic pottery, ranging from serving trays decorated with colorful fishes and birds, to fine black and white teapots with erotic images, depicting naked young men.…
What are the secrets that led this traditional wine bar to be so appreciated by Venetians, in an area that offers plenty of choices? Well, it just ticks all the boxes of what locals look for in an authentic local wine bar!…
Great artisanal gelato in many, and extremely good, flavors, make this place a favorite of many locals.…
A traditional yet modern family run caffetteria, with quality coffee and good service, at good prices.…
Built in the second half of the seventeenth century for the Pesaro family by the Baldassarre Longhena, the greatest Venetian baroque architect, Ca' Pesaro houses the National Museum of Modern Art. Started being built in 1659 , it was finished decades after Longhena's death in 1710 by Gian Antonio Gaspari.…
This authentic bacaro is a great stop for a quick glass of wine and a cichetto before dinner.…
The best place for fried food on the go.…
It’s commonly said that ‘Venice is a great place where to get lost’, something we don’t disagree with but, if we’re not the kind of persons who would recommend to always be attached to a map, we do believe that to get to meet the authentic Venice you need to be able to orientate yourself in the city, which requires a bit of help…even for venetians, at times… So, here they are our favorites places where to eat & drink, shop local, chill and explore, and even to contemplate the numerous curiosities of the city, all put together on a single interactive map, as we think it could come in handy at times! Enjoy the Venice we love, the Venice of the locals!
WARNING: Please keep in mind that Venice is a very unique and complex city, therefore even Google struggles providing users with clear directions and ways to get to a destination. Therefore, you should see all Google Maps informations as indicative and always keep in mind that the full adress of the places you are interested in can be found on their respective page of this website. If you have doubts about how to get to a particular place don’t hesitate to use the adress we provide by inserting it in your GPS and to politely ask for help from the people who know Venice the best: the venetians!











