The seductive city center atmosphere is enhanced by the cupolas of St. Mark’s Basilica and by the majestic presence of the Doge’s Palace, the seat of power of the Most Serene Republic, stretching out towards St. Mark’s basin and the Riva degli Schiavoni.
From Saint Mark’s Square, along the Mercerie (historic calle with innumerable stores), you come to the Rialto with its extraordinary Bridge and the picturesque Market, and, at sunset, you can grant yourself a moment of relaxation with the classic Venetian aperitif, the spritz, in one of the spots of the nearby Erbaria.
Not far from St. Mark, you will find the prestigious Teatro La Fenice, Teatro Goldoni and the boutiques of Calle larga XXII Marzo, which offer an occasion for luxury shopping of fashion labels (such as Gucci, Versace, Bulgari etc.).
From Saint Mark’s Square, boats depart to the Lido (Venice Film Festival), the Gardens (Art Biennale) and – along the Grand Canal – to the Venice Casino, the ancient Jewish Ghetto, the Cà d’Oro, Palazzo Grassi, the Galleries of the Accademia and the Peggy Guggenheim Foundation.
The nearby stop of the Alilaguna shuttle boat that connects Saint Mark’s Square with the airport and the cruise terminal, also make the elegant San Marco Palace suites perfect for those traveling by air or ship.
