The Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia Travel Guide
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The arc around Venice—stretching from Verona to Trieste, encompassing the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions—has, in recent centuries, fallen under the cultural influence of its namesake city. Whether coastal or inland, the emblem of Venice, Saint Mark's winged lion, is emblazoned on palazzi or poised on pedestals, and the art, architecture, and way of life all reflect, since the 16th century, Venetian splendor. But in the Middle Ages Padua and Verona were independent cities that developed substantial cultural traditions of their own, leaving behind many artistic treasures. And 16th-century Vicenza, even while under Venetian political domination, contributed more to the cultural heritage of La Serenissima than it took from her.
The Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia Hotels
There's a full range of accommodations throughout the region. Hotels often renovate and raise their prices, but good low-cost options can still be found...read more
The Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia Restaurants
With the decisive seasonal changes of the Venetian Arc, it's little wonder that many restaurants shun printed menus. Elements from field and forest define...read more
Things To Do in The Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia
- Book in Verona: Save this Aug Fr $128+/Nt Expedia
- Book in Treviso: Save this Aug Fr $61+/Nt Expedia
- Book 4-Star Boscolo Maggior Consiglio in Treviso Fr $97+/Nt — $97 Save with Expedia, $24/night less
- Save Big This Aug! Book 3 Nts in Verona at Sud Point Fr $126+/Nt — $126 Save with Expedia, $6/night less
- Aug deal: Italia Fr $188+/Nt — $188 Expedia
The Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia Experiences
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Giotto's frescoes in the Cappella degli Scrovegni: In this Padua chapel, Giotto's expressive and innovative frescos foreshadowed the painting... Read more
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The Veneto and neighboring Friuli-Venezia Giulia produce Italy's most popular brandy, grappa, distilled from the skins, seeds, and stems of many... Read more
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You'd be hard-pressed to find a more stimulating and varied wine region than northeastern Italy. From the Valpolicella, Bardolino, and Soave... Read more
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Trieste is justly famous for its coffee. The elegant civility of Trieste plays out beautifully in a caffè culture combining the refinement... Read more
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Trip Ideas
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News, Hotels
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