A wander around Venice at 7am-ish in the morning is a very different experience. No tourists, just the locals getting ready for the day. It was definitely my favourite wander of the trip.
Venice is a quiet place first thing in the morning.
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For dinner on our last night in Venice we were recommended Trattoria da Mario alla Fava by the Concierge of our hotel.
I had been warned about the recommendations of the Concierge’s in Venice, but as the original place we wanted to go was a pretty upmarket place the recommendation of a restaurant that was more affordable and accessible I thought it must be good… Why else recommend the place, there is no benefit to the Concierge. Glad we took his advice!
We had walked passed multiple times each day and never looked twice at it as during the day as the courtyard was always empty. In the late afternoon that all changed, it became a bustling place.
We were seated outside on a very pleasant evening and, unfortunately, looked after by an overly attentive group of staff.. We had to ask them to relax a few times. Whilst we are obviously “very special” we do need the opportunity finish a bite or sip before being asked about the next one…
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Whilst researching what to do in Venice I realised that Verona was not far away, only 80 mins by train. Sounded like a great idea for a day trip.
During my research I found an interesting restaurant, Bottega Vini. A place that by itself would make the trip worth it. Its cellar is home to over 22,000 bottles of 4,700 different wine labels.
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Our goal on day 3 was to find some of the Hidden Gems of Venice and to keep out of the heat. But first a bit of a wander around the alleys of Venice.
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The plan for day 2 included a tour to Murano and Burano islands. Murano is the home to a number of the world famous Venetian Glass Craftspeople. Burano is where the Lace Craftspeople have their shops and studios.
To get there you need a transfer by boat, which was where the tour started, not far from Saint Marks Square. Time for a wander.
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