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Having been already over 60 years in the business, the "Trattoria Alla Madonna" is a real institution in Venice and a guarantee when it comes to quality and efficiency.…
"Al Mercà" is probably the most popular bacaro for an aperitif in the Rialto area.…
Palazzo Mocenigo has been home to the San Stae branch of the influencial and powerful Mocenigo family, one of the most influencial families in Venice, 7 members of which became Doges between 1414 and 1778. A large building of gothic origins, the Palazzo Mocenigo was rebuilt and drastically changed in the XVII Century, giving it its current aspect.…
In Gilberto Penzo's shop, you will be welcomed by dozens of hand crafted models of various Venetian boats. Gilberto is not only an expert modeler: he is the greatest expert of Venetian boats, he plans and takes care of the renovation of old boats, and preserves the memory of historical boats via conferences and 6-months courses focused on Venetian ship-making.…
The use of Venetian glass tiles as well as of different materials and different mosaic tiles, couples with the young couple's creativity and expertise gives birth to unique pieces which range from classic themes to modern stylized works which stand out for their uniqueness and beauty.…
If there is one starter you have to try in all of Venice, it's the one mixed seafood one at "Casa Bonita".…
The combination of African style and Murano glass making expertise delivers pieces that are both wonderful and unique.…
A real institution for its tramezzini, it is also the only place open in Venice late at night…
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!…
Filippi is known for its great variety of volumes regarding Venice in every aspect: encyclopedias about the entire history of Venice, as well as essays about the administration of the Serenissima, and collection of local songs, games, and traditions.…
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!










