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The Venice Insider is a blog for frequent visitors to Venice. It provides you with insights, background information and insider tips on events, sestieri (neighbourhoods), history, art, architecture and so much more.

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Walks

A walk from Sant’Erasmo to San Giorgio Maggiore with Eva

In this exciting new series, Venetian locals reveal their hidden gems and personal favorites, offering insider tips to experience Venice like never before. I crafted each walk based on their recommendations to guide you...
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Venice Inside

The masterpieces behind San Pantalon’s modest brick façade

The San Pantalon church in Venice may look modest from the outside with its unassuming brick façade, but inside, it hides incredible treasures. Tucked away on the edge of San Polo and Dorsoduro, this...
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Books

Explore Venice through these 10 captivating books

Venice, with its labyrinth of canals, historic architecture, and vibrant culture, has long been a muse for writers. If you’re a frequent visitor to this enchanting city or just planning your next trip, these...
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Biennale

Discover the best free art exhibitions during the Biennale in Venice

Venice, renowned for its rich art heritage, becomes a real paradise for art enthusiasts during the Art Biennale. While the exhibitions in Giardini and Arsenale can only be accessed with a ticket (see also...
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Venice Inside

Experience the thrill of the Regata Storica in Venice

Experience the vibrant history and thrilling races at the Regata Storica, one of the most celebrated traditions of Venice! You don’t want to miss a moment of this must-see event showcasing traditional rowing races...
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Venice Inside

Unveiling the magic of Palazzo Fortuny: a Venetian treasure

Nestled in the heart of Venice, Palazzo Fortuny is a mesmerizing blend of history, art, and beauty. As my favorite palazzo in Venice, it never ceases to enchant me with its captivating atmosphere. The...
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Venice Inside

Enjoy the Festa del Redentore with these insider tips

The Festa del Redentore (Feast of the Redeemer) is one of the most important traditional events in Venice. It celebrates the end of the plague of the 16th century and is a yearly event...
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Venice Inside

The unknown banking history of the Rialto area in Venice

Nowadays when someone refers to Rialto, most people think about the Rialto bridge or the Rialto market. Historically, the Rialto neighborhood was the economic centre of the city. Not only did merchants from all...
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