Piazza San Marco

Worth a detour

Rating:

Average rating 2.4 / 5.0 (5 votes)

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At the heart of Venice lies the Piazza San Marco. At times over its history, dating back to the 9th century, Venice’s only piazza has been the political, religious and artistic centre of the city. Three landmarks dominate the square: St Mark’s Basilica, its campanile (bell tower) and the Doge’s Palace. The latter two are worth their entrance fees, the Basilica its often long line. The piazza is a truly stunning space and is a great way to kick off your time in Venice with a bang. However, those who with an aversion to tourist crowds will probably find much to grumble about.

1 / 5 Review by contributing editor Zhern Majoe

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4 / 5 Review by editor James Dunford Wood

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