Fodor's Venice and the Venetian Arc

Romantic Venice, with its beautiful canals, gondolas and sumptuous architecture, is Italy's third most popular destination, after Rome and Florence. This work helps you hunt down that perfect candlelit dinner for two away from the tourist crowds. It offers guidance on the best carnivals, opera and regattas, the best drives and the best shopping.

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Romantic Venice, with its beautiful canals, gondolas and sumptuous architecture, is Italy's third most popular destination, after Rome and Florence. The surrounding region known as the Veneto offers further delights such as Lake Gard and the Dolomites. Splendid villas, intriguing towns and stunning landscapes of river valleys, mountains and beaches means there is something for everyone. The helpful 'off-the-beaten' track recommendations from our resident writers help you hunt down that perfect candlelit dinner for two away from the tourist crowds so whether it's a romantic weekend break or a longer holiday in a rented villa, everyone can experience Venetian paradise whatever their budget, thanks to this practical guide. There is also "Fodor's Choice" guidance on the best carnivals, opera and regattas, the best drives, from wine roads to the rugged coast and the best shopping for local lace, glass and leather. Before you leave for Venice and the Venetian Arc be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to make sure you don't miss a thing.