Apartments in Venice

Pleasant Venice apartments in the centre, facing the canals

If you are passionate about art and architecture, Venice is the perfect destination to stay! Lined with exquisite Renaissance palaces and bathed in Byzantine mosaics, this Floating City will seduce you with its old-world beauty shaped by its famous canals and bridges that look like something out of a dream. Best of all, you will have the opportunity to stay right on the canals. The city centre apartments in Venice will allow you to enjoy the many Venetian attractions with ease.

Renovated apartments in Venice

Modern, spacious and bright are some of the defining characteristics of the pleasant Venice flats. Although the buildings maintain their antique look, inside you will find a different space. Of course, wherever you wish to stay you will have a kitchenette, rooms with modern furniture, a private bathroom and a living-dining room with TV. However, if you are travelling with a large group, such as family or friends, it will be more comfortable for you to rent a villa in Venice.

In your accommodation, you will find amenities such:

• Private terrace
• Canal view
• Swimming pools
• BBQ
• Gardens

Venice for art lovers

Displaying works of art by Tintoretto, La Scuola Grande di San Rocco is a small museum where you will find mainly works from the Renaissance period. You can see scenes on the ceilings and walls that impressively portray the story of the Old and New Testaments. Only the paintings in the Scuola Grande di San Rocco survived the fall of the republic around 1806, making it a point of interest for lovers of ancient painting. However, in the Accademia Gallery, you will find most of the world's Venetian art. You can walk through 37 different rooms and see works dating from the period between the 13th and 18th century, including one of Leonardo da Vinci's most important works, the Vitruvian Man.

Venice for couples

Venice is known to be one of the most romantic cities in the world, so you will find a variety of things to do as a couple if you decide to book an apartment in Venice. One of the most romantic things to do in Venice is to discover the Grand Canal by boat. You and your loved one can enjoy the coolness and the breeze while watching the picturesque buildings rising above the water. However, at night is when the Grand Canal turns on its lights creating a special atmosphere. Another perfect activity is to catch an opera performance at the Teatro La Fenice. The stunning interior with gold details adds a magical touch to the romantic experience. After the opera, going for a delicious Gelato is a good idea to end the day with a sweet taste like Sicilian pistachio or white peach. You can also find the most romantic, perfect and cosy holiday rental and letting in Venice to come to rest after every walk.

1. Take a look at the details of the grandiose St. Mark's Basilica
2. Take a tour of the Doge's Palace
3. Put on a mask and attend Carnevale di Venezia
4. Discover the unique view from the top of the Campanile
5. Try a taste of Venetian specialities
6. Take a sip of venetian wine
7. Walk across the Bridge of Lovers (Rialto Bridge)

1. Take a look at the details of the grandiose St. Mark's Basilica

Located in St Mark's Square, the imposing St Mark's Basilica is the most important church in Venice. Discover its unusual and colourful decorations and ornaments, and admire the mosaics dating back to the 13th century depicting scenes from the New Testament. There are some parts inside that require a ticket: the Museum, the Treasury and the Golden Shovel. The basilica has so much to see that you won't know where to look first.

2. Take a tour of the Doge's Palace

After you rent an apartment in Venice and visit the basilica, stop by The Doge's Palace also located in St. Mark's Square in Venice. This palace used to be the home of the head of state of the republic of Venice, now it functions as a museum. See the temporary exhibitions and the Museo dell'Opera located where the kitchen used to be and visit the flat of the head of state and the atrium where there is a passage to the prison.

3. Put on a mask and attend Carnevale di Venezia

Held every year, the famous Carnevale di Venezia is an event not to be missed on your visit to the city. Buy a mask from one of the city's street stalls, immerse yourself in the multitude of beautifully decorated masks and elaborate costumes, and enjoy competitions, regattas, parades, parties and glamorous masked balls. The Venice Carnival is unique in the world!

4. Discover the unique view from the top of the Campanile

Located in St. Mark's Square and standing 98.5 metres high, the Campanile is the tallest building in Venice. Climb to the top and see St. Mark's Basilica, the Church of La Salute, San Giorgio and some of the nearby islands. The Campanile offers one of the most fabulous views in all of Venice. No other vantage point will give you a view of Venice quite like this one. And the best part is that you can take the lift up!

5. Try a taste of Venetian specialities

Pizza and pasta are the dishes usually associated with Italy. However, the reality is that Venetian cuisine is largely composed of fish and vegetables. Don't miss specialities such as Sarde in saor (fried sardine fillets marinated in vinegar), Risotto al nero di seppia (seafood risotto), Baccala mantecato (fish-based antipasto), Mołéche (small fried green crabs) and Bigoli in sauce (long, thick strips of pasta with a sauce made of onions and salt-cured fish). The best part is that you can find affordable apartments in Venice near these delicious restaurants.

6. Take a sip of Venetian wine

The Veneto region is home to a diversity of microclimates that provide the perfect conditions for growing red and white wine. Try the sparkling white Prosecco wine with a flavour similar to green apple peel; Pieropan Soave Classico renowned for its dry, crisp and refreshing hints of lemon; Amarone della Valpolicella, a rich, dry Italian red wine with aromas of fruit jam, cinnamon, chocolate and spices.

7. Walk across the Bridge of Lovers (Rialto Bridge)

The Rialto Bridge, or in Italian Ponte di Rialto, or Bridge of Lovers, is a very special bridge in the heart of Venice that you must visit. Stroll at night across the Rialto Bridge that connects the cities of San Polo and San Marco, and marvel at the view of the lights of Venice. Don't miss a visit to the 400-year-old Rialto Market, which offers everything from handicrafts and souvenirs to food.