Venice, the main island can be so crowded with tourist. Every corner there’s a crowd of tourist. Visiting Venice during the Canival time is more crowded with locals and tourist alike from different parts of the world. Venice is so picturesque and I can’t get enough with this place. Wandering around every alleyways and crossing every bridges, at the same time snapping with my camera. Taking in the views as well as enjoying the Carnevale di Venezia was so wonderful.
If you hate the crowds and you have extra day to spare, whilst in Venice. Why not explore the neighbouring islands if you want to discover other parts of Venice? Not saying the expensive gondola ride! There are other places which are not as crowded as San Marco. Try to head off to the beautiful villages in radius of 10-40 minutes watertaxi ride away.
I discovered that Venice charges 80% more to tourists than locals. A good example was the water taxi fare one way locals only pay €1.20 while tourists are being charged €7.00. But that didn’t stop me to explore the place. I got Imob its a Venetian local card to use in every transportation, so I was charged like a local. Hurray lets explore the place in Venetian style! After exploring San Marco, Rialto Bridge and The old beautiful palazzos. I think its about time for island hopping. Come and tag along with me through my captured moments in Venice and the Islands.
MURANO
I don’t think this place needs much introduction. Murano Glass, does it rings a bell? Yes that’s right it’s where the infamous Murano glass originated. I have seen lots of Murano glasses in U.K shops. Stroll around the village and watched the locals make glass artwork infront of my eyes is spectacular. Every shops displays a colourful pendant, bracelets and home decorations. A good excuse to do some retail therapy either for yourself or for gifts to take back home.
The Church of Santa Maria and Donato stand out in the background. A wonderful day spent with less tourist crowds. Its only 10 minutes watertaxi ride from Fondamente Nove.
BURANO
Another picture perfect village. The charming and most colourful village I’ve ever explored. Wandering around this pretty place. Its like a painting comes to life in front of your very eyes, with the different colour pallete- from red-green-yellow the whole colour wheel scheme has painted the whole village. The other thing about this island, its where the original tradition of merletto (lace). This place attract tourist for its buranese lace. Watched a couple of delightful old lace-making ladies with their intricately lace designs. As you walked around the shops, lots of delicate and beautiful laces on display. A good quality and authentically buranese, a cool souvenir or gift to take home for your love one’s. It’s only 30 minutes watertaxi ride from Fondamente Nove.
There are other islands nearby to explore, but time constraints I wasn’t able to go. But its a good excuse for another visit. Venice till next time. Arrivederci! Surely I will see you again.
That inflation rate for tourists is crazy!
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It is indeed crazy…. but that’s how tourism works
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Next time I am around Venice I will definitely check out the other islands too. Heard of Murano but not about Burano. Burano seems like a pretty place. Love those colorful houses.
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Burano I such a beautiful and colourful place 🙂
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Sadly, all of Italy has a tourist rate ( I live in Rome)! I think it’s sill considering most tourists are willing to spend money anyways so why cheat them!? Anyways, I love love Venice and the islands.
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I love Venice too such a pretty place in every corner you look
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Ive never heard of Burano, looks so colorful! Its such a great idea to get out and explore other islands, less crowded.
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You will definitely love a day out away from the crowds 🙂
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Burano looks fantastic!
I’ve been to Venice two years ago. We avoided the crowds by simply arriving late afternoon. All tourists were gone and we had a great trip on the water taxi. Sunset was incredible.
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That’s the best way really avoid the crowds 🙂 ….. and yes Burano is pretty place to explore
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This is the only city I have repeated, I love it!
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I love Venice too!
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Great suggestions. I am not familiar with Murano but its gorgeous! I also had no idea that the prices were that high in Venice. No real desire to go to Venice but Murano, that looks appealing for sure.
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Murano and Burano is a great day out 🙂
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Fantastic! Brings me right back. I am so happy to have spent 5 days in Venice – never stay in Mestre, it’s just not the same experience!
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I wish I could have spend more time in Venice to explore more. . But its a good excuse to get back again 🙂
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I’ve always wanted to go to Venice, it looks so pretty! Love all those pics of the colourful buildings 🙂
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I have to admit that I never knew there was more than one island on Venice! I am hoping to revisit since the last time was as a child. I can’t wait to really take it all in this time and explore some of the more quieter areas as you suggest!
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Not aware not untill my last visit. .. I was lucky one of my cousin lives there and shows me around 🙂
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Awwww…. look at those pretty and colorful buildings in Burano! Such an eye-candy. And that glass sculpture in Murano is simply gorgeous. I hope to be able to explore Venice one day.
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Yes they are stunning place…. its nice to go for a day out especially in Murano its the most colourful and pretty place I’ve ever seen 🙂
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The islands close to Venice are really beautiful, I can confirm that. I especially love Burano!
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Yes its really pretty 🙂 and the day out is worth it 🙂
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I didn’t ever think about the venetian islands! What a great idea!
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It is a good getaway from the busy crowded mainland Venice 🙂
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Didn’t know about these either looks really wonderful!
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I love the brightly coloured buildings of Burano, so pretty. 🙂
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Yes they are pretty I can never get tired photographing these buildings and wandering around 🙂
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Although I have been to Venice I missed Mrano! It looks very nice!
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You need to go there next time 🙂
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I didn’t even know that island hopping in Venice was a thing! Very interesting read and great photos. Good to know!
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You should go island hopping when you’re in Venice and explore more of the beautiful place.
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Wow. Burano sure is an eye candy. Exploding with colors!
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It is very colourful and pretty 🙂
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Love the last series of shots! Those colours are stunning, love the pastels. Looks like a painting!
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The place explodes with colours its like a painting comes to life 🙂
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I love how uncrowded it is, I definitely need to visit in the winter.
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Yes its unbelievable there’s not much crowds there …. its good opportunity to take lots of lovely photos without the crowds 🙂
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Beautiful pictures, I loved Venice, I went there for a friend’s wedding and it was so romantic!, the restaurant was in one of the islands. I am seeing your post and makes me remember all the lovely places we visited there, I really want to come back!
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Yes I do agree with that.. the place is beautiful and romantic 🙂
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