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Hidden gems in Venice

Skip the tourist circuit. These Venice spots are the ones locals actually send their out-of-town friends to.

Frequently added to plansCurated by locals
We couldn't find many hidden gems matches in Venice — even after broadening the search. Here are the closest picks we trust.

Top spots in Venice

  • Doge's Palace

    Culture

    San Marco

    Gothic palace of secret itineraries, Tintoretto ceilings and the Bridge of Sighs.

  • Local pick

    Gondola at Dusk

    Outdoors

    San Marco

    Splurge for 30 minutes on a black lacquer boat — ask for the small canals.

Frequently asked

  • Locals' under-the-radar picks include St Mark's Square & Basilica, Rialto Bridge & Market, Doge's Palace. These are the places that don't show up on the first page of mainstream travel guides.

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