Venice: City of Dreams

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2012 | After sorting through the monuments of Venice's powerful past, we'll trace its decline from Europe's most powerful city to its most hedonistic one. We'll cruise the Grand Canal, luxuriate in a venerable café, and savor fresh fish canal-side with Venetian friends. Becoming as anonymous as possible in this city of masks, we'll be dazzled by masterpieces of the Venetian Renaissance and get intimate with the city of Casanova...on a gondola in the moonlight. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #venice
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[@khalidsaleh5621]

Venice and Florence are two master pieces of history and beauty.

[@topotondo828]

Wow! The place Rick is eating at 13:40 is Cantina Do Spade, I was there just this January with my boyfriend who is from the Venetian mainland. We randomly decided to pop in for some cicchetti and it was fabulous! So happy to see it featured here, since it is a good representation of local fare. I HIGHLY recommend baccalà mantecato (creamed cod - my favorite food in Italy to be honest), sarde in saor or zucca in saor (if it's available) - sardines or pumpkin in a sour sauce, and the calamari ripieni (stuffed squid)! Try some of the Raboso wine!

[@annbush1826]

and the invisible spice of the joy in living that meant for us every waking moment with Italian exuberance.

[@MistaG625]

I highly recommend visiting here! It was absolutely amazing! You will NEVER see anything like it anywhere else! An entire city surrounded by water instead of roads. Its also frozen in time, and you really feel like you traveled back in time to the renaissance period. A magical place it was!

[@LUIS-ox1bv]

See it before it sinks. Andiammo!

[@redtexan7053]

These videos have been very helpful as of late. I mean, I never have the kind of money to go on European vacations in the first place, but in a time when the entire world has been more or less closed for maintenance, it’s nice to have all these videos available and feel like I’m still able to get out and about. Thanks Rick Steves.

[@haydenbarbosa6171]

I absolutely love Venice!!!! It is a BEAUTIFUL, enchanting, romantic and colorful city !!! Probably the most lovely cities in the world!!!!!!

[@vcom2327]

I've visited Venice a dozen times over the years. I never tire of this beautiful city!

[@thidayouern9135]

I love all your videos, Europe is dream place on earth, plenty foods and rich cultures, especially European people’s Heart ❤️ makes the world a better place.

[@2009band]

I went on a tour a while ago and we went to venice for 2 days and it was amazing. The city is beautiful, especially at night during sunset. It's a must for those that go to Italy.

[@galenrath8321]

I visited Venice and really didn't like it. I see now that it is because I didn't know anything about it. Having seen this Rick Steve's video, I have to go back and see what I missed the first time.

[@senorlopez2564]

Hope you visit again Venice.

[@senorlopez2564]

That was always my mistake. I visit places without knowing. So now I inform myself well before visiting the places, so as not to have any regrets

[@RoKer13]

I'm watching this as I'm preparing to go to Venice next month! I love Rick Steves and growing up with his travel videos. Definitely an influence on my love for travel

[@VivienneMarquez]

Unforgettable ...I am in Venezia I I don't want to leave .........

[@alfercapp]

In Venezia you understand at least what a little community can create for the magnificence of art and culture. Unique in the world

[@Cambell777]

Try avoid visit during holidays like Easter, when its more crowded with tourists than other parts of the year.

[@stevo728822]

Thanks for the tip

[@sarahoh341]

Thanks Rick for you videos. I am enjoying it.

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[@cusmosakua-dubia]

It’s amazing 😢how some cultures artifacts are how wars and killings, and others are sculptures of people and animals, peaceful everyday life depicted.

[@majidalmehrej6026]

Many thanks for Mr.Rick for these fabulous media products about famous places. I found it very useful for tourist purpose, entertaining watching and educating special for history. (not to mention his spirit)

[@mscorrigan6684]

What a wonderful, beautiful experience watching this video. Rick is an amazing tour guide r and took us to Venice in minutes. I was totally captivated and just simply fell in love with this city of dreams. A true escape at the touch of a button! Venice blew me away!

[@williamwickline3657]

Wait you went

[@eleonora0313]

A typical dish we use to eat here in Venice is “sborae de Dio” and it’s DELICIOUS

[@laurascreamermagazine8211]

Was fortunate enough to visit Venice 3 times this year and became engaged there.

[@mariab4905]

Venice is the queen of the Adriatic Sea and it really is. Thanks for your video.

[@carlobrotto7132]

The most beautiful city of the world, there's really no match ! Venice, just the word is enough...❤❤🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@shalomkumarsigworth4796]

Seeing Venice through Rick's eyes adds a touch a romance to this already romantic city. Whether it is the hustle and bustle extensive promenade or a serene view of canal waters, or the austere or the lavish Medieval churches, or for bar-hopping to satsify your hunger or to sample the delightful taste of Italian wine, Venice has it all. Venice is a must-visit destination for any one who enjoys the company of a loved one in a serene, picturesque waterfront and water-encompassing settings. Ciao!

[@richardperkins3460]

Rick is the best

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Hi richard

[@Wolverine999]

Thank you Rick! It's been the best Venice video we've seen!

[@aris1956]

23:58 These Gondolieri must be artists in the midst of these canals !

[@Imt8888_]

I visited Venice 3 years ago.It is just magnificent.

[@arela1030]

Monsieur Steves you’re the greatest History teacher I learned a lots I enjoyed listening to your lovely voice,god bless and peace excellent

[@annbush1826]

Thank you, Rick Stevens, for this GLORIOUS tour. It outshines our actual experience, as there are crowds everywhere, so our 20person tour group was marched trhough St. Mark's in far less time than you were able to film it. (Thank you too for the highly skilled and artistic camera work) The greatest joy of being in Venice is that it is a walking delight. We were not at the Gritti Palace nor the Danieli, but in a small hotel on a square. The people were high sirited, the foods and WINES superlative. My first taste of Brunello was as a house wine! We took the ferry over to Murano to visit a glass factory, and bring home treasured souvenirs. Tjis trip with you is a far finer one,> I would like to recommend it to everyone with eyes to see as Art History 401!

[@maricakhan1040]

Thank you Rick. I thoroughly enjoyed that trip with you.. explaining the history from food to boat trips. Whenever I see pictures of Venice, always wonder of their sewers managements.

[@monbond1]

My wife and I had so much fun in this City.

[@stevo728822]

Lol

[@bokeflo]

I loved Venice when I was there and I can't wait for my travels to take me back there one day.

[@smimtiaz4556]

"Rick Steve" has introduced the importance of travel for humen. I believe that travel is religious for mankind being peace. He is the real king in the world who travel more & more. So, Love travel for a better & peaceful world.

[@birdiecurry2100]

I was blessed to be able to visit here.

[@demgroc57]

Venice is not a city. It's a unique experience that everyone has to live at least once in a lifetime.

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[@dazzahoward7104]

I am going in July. I won't book tours, just explore on my own. Can't wait.

[@SubhamChatterjee]

Dazza Howard Venice is a very small city. You can do everything alone. all the cities in Europe are small.

[@hellogee3600]

lol Rome and London are so small!

[@spirishabroad]

Subham Chatterjee comparatively to which cities?

[@mudassarmedi9779]

Venice is truly a fantasy city and Steve you are introducing such Europe to the world

[@maryjaneporter1716]

Wonderful! So beautifully done visually and great information. Thanks, Steve!

[@GOEUGOTravelDuLichChauAu]

The city of dreams!

[@agubamachukwuebuka5330]

Venice are the direct descendant of the Romans, greatness begats greatness, truly a prized jewel in Europe.

[@brucesavage9929]

Spent the second week of my honeymoon here. Unbelievably romantic. Like no other place on earth.

[@abunaserikram382]

Enjoyed the beauty and the grandeur of Venice.

[@mariorossi3898]

Venice is Venice! No other city can be compared to this diamond of beauty.

[@Allancastro90]

I loved this. I can't wait to go to Venezia!

[@boundariesunlimited267]

Great video to learn about Venice before traveling there!

[@ariadne3838]

Magical. Thank you!

[@schizzlschnitzl]

We were there 3 weeks ago, in June 2021, only a handful of tourists, just a couple local italians, the st. marks square was completely empty. It was a great experience! Lovely city! It was very quiet and peaceful since nobody was there.

[@philipdeutsch9716]

Hello. Incredible video. Thanks!

[@HadEnough745]

Those buildings make US buildings look sad..NIce video. I'll bet a lot of work goes into making a video like this. Getting shots of Rick walking this way and that..editting, etc..

[@WokOverEasy]

@@Mike-sp4iz every country citizen has their own sad stories and discontent. People just like to magnify the problems in US because it is so powerful. This was a nice video but so much complaining. The fact is america never created these types of luxurious buildings to begin with with being such a young country. There might be a few nicer art deco types in NY but thats it.

[@craigtimmons6907]

Just got off the plane. RS guide of Italy in hand. 10 days of memory making coming my way! Thanks Rick (and company)!

[@HeoPrincess]

Great Video with a deep understanding of the city's beauty

[@missymillie]

this was amazing, so beautiful. Hope to travel there myself one day...thanks for posting!

[@candiceg430]

Have you visited yet? ☺️

[@tingtung4657]

Very artistic place Venice

[@anndeakin1508]

Great place I was able to. Visit in the 1980s but not again.The gallery’s loverly.Great pictures..Venice one of my favourite holiday places magnificent place.. Ann Deakin Warwick 1October 2020.enjoy all that visit .Don’t forget food.and take a boat trip.Go to museums and cathedral.A spiritual place.Blessings all that visit Venise.

[@estherszalay5921]

How wonderful! Thank you Rick Steves!

[@MegaTrivial]

Thanks for uploading!

[@anndeakin1508]

Venus a magical place and great views magic light art and love this city.Spent2holidays 1980/9 great days love art and across the other islands on a gonelor.

[@frankhu130]

"Life is good, be thankful." Thank you! 21.08.2017 while having dinner with emiu :)

[@Palomablanca2008]

Lovely!!!

[@djtleitho7689]

I wished I had seen this when I was in Venice last year. Now I know I had missed so much on my free days. I need another trip to Venice.

[@ivanchandra83]

Perfect

[@warnerbeachful]

My aunt Fritzenella Ellenbogen lives in Venice. She said it's very nice and charming.

[@anndeakin1508]

Venice great place churches museums St Marks religious centre venture to see all of the museums and bridges. A magnificent City.Loved my visits the stay on the other islands with glass works a nice trip too. Great evenings when day tour go then quiet romantic evenings.Great trips in the 1987/9/ great days with a d friend and on my own too.Not to miss.

[@pascaledhave3694]

great to see your Travel Guide. I LOVE the way it is presented. Thank you ❤🧡💛

[@HomeExchange50plus]

Excellent video and catches Venice superbly, the most wonderful of cities.

[@turoczizsofia337]

Thank you for uploading! 😊Greetings from Hungary!

[@weiweing9955]

Thank Rick!i been to Venice at year 2004,love the sacred building,gondola and the ice cream! Wonderful!

[@deloreswilson1798]

I love Alessandro and Pierrot.Salut😎😍

[@pb9548]

I really enjoy Rick Steves' appreciation of sacred art in all his videos. Always has great suggestions for splendid visits!

[@salimguzeyer]

Travel if you have money .

[@peixotojota]

the channel's travel videos helped me maintain mental health during the quarantine months. the videos about Venice were the ones I loved the most, seeing and reviewing planning my visit to La Serenissima

[@germangamer2976]

I'd live to go back to Venice someday

[@roshanjohny5700]

Good narration and beautiful video. Its awesome to watch this video..... kudos, Rick...

[@ammanik6516]

Thanks Rick Steve. You are a good Man, i am First time(your) see the Historical Vanice City , you are inspiring me,

[@Halomot-michalIl]

Thank you for a great lesson of Venice :)

[@Balta211]

Rick Steve you're awesome 👍👍👍👍thanks for exploring Venice for me. I will be coming back there again for the second time this Lenten season and I still haven't seen much yet😄😄😄❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍

[@nusratjamia7953]

Thanks again for your time to share.

[@loralove4282]

Потрясающе!!!

[@karenhill9339]

Love it!!

[@CarlosHenrique-fj7rw]

Hi Rick Steve! Thank's!

[@anndeakin1508]

Venice again on Monday May Day 2021 Day cheers love this place a trip to savour.Spectacular place ❤️ it.churches museums .Walks around the city.Views were magnificent loved my stay on the islands.great days in 1980s a new visit is a must see.Enjoy travels. All

[@jeanpierrehilliard4022]

Wonderfull, and beautifully narrated.

[@vekmamogh2461]

Venice is a beautiful place

[@chris.asi_romeo]

One of my dream place to visit

[@MeurigDavies]

Very informative video. Thank you Rick.

[@ScrubPuppyOpinion]

Venice is a great destination. I spent a week there while in Italy.

[@irishman4671]

Awesome video! Traveling to Venice in August and can not wait!

[@margotsuarez1881]

hermosos paisajes y bien contada su historia gracias

[@user-iz3rj8fe8r]

Дякуємо файно. НАДЗВИЧАЙНО сподобався огляд. "арьол і рєшка" (за яким, на жаль, більшість мешканців України одержують перше спотворене враження) - і близько не відтворює навіть частки цієї чарівної та чудової атмосфери Венеції. Спасибі Вам.

[@lavnashrey8715]

Beautiful😍

[@MarioMelis49f]

Woderful video compliments

[@PetitSucreBlau]

Good video! Just made a Barcelona vlog and saw yours in the suggestions!😉☺️

[@ionniculina4532]

I am on the 9th episode of your travel series and I am TOTALLY FASCINATED 😍❤❤❤

[@testing7802]

going in March, and this is my favorite city in the universe already

[@sloanbishop1141]

My wife and I go every year, we spent our honeymoon there and return for our anniversary. Venice is undoubtedly the most beautiful city in the world nothing else comes close.

[@dorrisgonnawreckyou7111]

If you like venice you would love the que's at disneyland.. or anywhere you have to que non stop.

[@jasperjavellana4454]

I enjoyed myself when I got lost in the maze of streets in Venice. It was quite an adventure. If you’d like to get beautiful photos of Venice, best to wake up early morning , before the tourists fill the streets and the Piazza .. c”,)

[@frenchygigi]

How early

[@aris1956]

17:14 I would say “The city of dreams and for people in love !”

[@1billwill]

THANK YOU RICK GREAT VIDEO.

[@nadtaq7571]

Wonderful city

[@jimreese1847]

I AM ADDICTED TO THESE GREAT VIDEOS WHICH HAS MADE ME ADVENTURE OUTSIDE MY SAFE ZONE YOU MAKE ME WANT TO TRAVEL TO EVERY VIDEO I WATCH THANK YOU KEEP TRAVELIN

[@MrDannicki]

Fantastic.

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❤ Steve's from India

[@Isawwhatyoudid]

6:00 Chastity belt makers of old Venice recognized the need to protect the back door as well.