Thanks a lot Sassafrass.. We're starting to consider the multi-city tickets thing,

And we're thinking about limiting our stay in Verona for just 2 days and then heading to either Venice or Rome for 3 days or so.. I want to visit as much cities as possible but he's afraid this will be too exhausting for a honeymoon, what do you think?

I think he is correct on this one.

Don't "shut up." You are doing just fine.

Do you have a good guide book for Italy? Really look at Venice, & Vicenza and Florence & Siena.

How many total days for Italy?

Most people enjoy Verona, but it just doesn't, IMHO, hold a candle to Venice, Florence or Rome. Verona is not where I would use any of the short time you have.

However, whatever you choose will be fun and you will have a great trip.

Thank you so much, you're so sweet & helpful

what about the weather in September and the average pocket money on a trip to Prague, Salzburg & Venice?

Hello again SalmaSh

What is your over all budget? Also, how much do you want to spend per night on accommodations? I know all the money talk sounds personal, but we need to know so we can help you plan, and get the most value for what you spend. Plus, it's your honeymoon so we want to make some super romantic suggestions.

Hi Doppio

We already chose accommodation in Prague and Salzburg, We're still deciding on Italy but I guess we have $150-200 to spend on accommodation per night.

Regarding the pocket money, I guess it will be much more flexible cause we don't want to feel "on a budget" during the honeymoon itself

We want to taste the real local cuisine (not the tacky touristic stuff) so we're willing to go the extra mile for a hidden gem and we don't mind splurging on some romantic dinners.

We were told that Kampa Park in Prague is a must-try, and I'd really love to try some tasty local pasta & pizza in Italy.
I also need some cafe or deli suggestions in all the cities for affordable lunches.

Verona can be a good place to say if you pan to visit a few other places as day trips, such as Lake Garda, Vicenza, Mantova. I'm not sure why the OP chose it, but I can understand the allure. That said, I have stayed in Verona on three different trips. I have stayed in Venice on at least 12 different trips (I've lost count).

pLan to visit . . .

I was initially planning on Verona because of the amazing Medieval architecture (I majored in interior design & architecture so I'm a bit of a sucker for buildings!).
But since everyone's saying that it's not that good, I guess I'll go with your advice then!

If you are a fan of architecture, than Verona could be a good jumping off point to visit Vicenza which has lots of buildings by Palladio. Knowing your interest in architecture may help people offer better suggestions--though I bet you'd enjoy the architecture f Venice as well. It is very helpful for us to understand your interests to best guide you.

Venice can easily occupy you for a week or more - it's not just good for a day or two. I have been 5 times - all for more than 2 days - and there are many things I haven;t seen yet. Very interesting is seeing the outlying island - Murano, Burano and Torcello - esp the last - which is where the Venetians went to hide whan the barbarians invaded over the Alps. There is a church from the Fifth century which has incredible mosaics and is done in the style of the eastern empire. Seeing just those outlying islands will take the best part of 2 days.

OP: "(I majored in interior design & architecture so I'm a bit of a sucker for buildings!)."

That is great to know. Now, I feel even more confident that you should go to Venice the whole time and day trip to Vicenza - very quick train ride from Venice.

The architecture in Venice is beyond beautiful. San Marco is ethereal. When I walk into Piazza San Marco, I try not to look until I walk to the end opposite the Basilica, then turn. It is the nearest thing to God and heaven on earth that I can think of, difficult to believe that humans could have built it.

When you walk out of Santa Lucia station and face the Grand Canal for the first time, I think you will feel that giving up Verona was worth it.

You might also enjoy all the colorful houses in Burano.

Most people don't get to Vicenza, but those interested in architecture love it. It is such a gem. Do not miss Teatro Olympico! It is a Palladio masterpiece. Do check the times of things.

So many great buildings to see: of course the Duomo in Florence and the Pantheon in Rome, but for your trip, IMHO, - Venice.

Thanks a lot ellenem, nytraveler & Sassafrass for the priceless advice!
Venice it is!

Some people told me that Venice too will only take one or two days, is that true?>>

SalmaSH - i was going to join in in favour of Venice, but you've already been persuaded which is great. so much to see and do, which is why so many people here keep going back.

do you want to post your overall itinerary so that we can make suggestions for further tweeking?

BTW, congrats on your wedding!

Thank you annhig! That was so sweet of you!

The itinerary is basically as follows:
5 nights Prague (including a day trip to Cesky Krumlov)
3 nights Salzburg (including a day trip to Hallstatt or Salzkammergut)
4 or 5 nights Venice (still haven't decided on what to include as day trips)

We'll rent a car for traveling between cities and then fly back home from Venice.

That's our itinerary so far.

Even my 22 year old nephew, who never notices anything, thought Venice would be the ideal honeymoon spot! So much to do there and yet lovely if you choose to do nothing! All that travel can be exhausting too, even for the young and then it takes the edge of discovery off. You might also check the low fare airlines from Prague to Italy as in many cases for us they were cheaper than the train. Sure they are bare bones, but the flights would be short from there.
Venice need not be expensive, we have always rented apartments even for short stays from VRBO or similar web sites and had great places, great rates and met nice locals to boot. We took the public transport from Venice to Murano and Burano, just a short ride away and on the water with more canals, lovely water views and interesting shopping.

Venice is SO easy to just wander in, we spent a day in the museums, and I am not even a museum person but the Palace of the Doges is particularly fascinating. The art museums and music there were interesting too. Sometimes, to save the travel budget, we just sat outside the theater or church where the performance was and had some wine and relaxed as we listened. Lovely. The market there offered us a chance to mingle with locals, buy fresh food and fix our own lunch or dinner, again an adventure. One of the Pensiones sits next to the lagoon and has an outdoor cafe that we could have spent hours at.

@norrcj Thank you for the great tips! Very useful!

Actually the fact that Venice is too obvious for a honeymoon is what kept me away from it.. Personally I thought I'd prefer something more laid back and with less crowds.

And unfortunately we can't even consider the apartment option because we need the facilities & services of a hotel.. I'd love to save on accommodation but I can't go that far, we need to be a bit more pampered on our honeymoon!

SalmaSh,
Venice can be crowded, especially during the day. Two thirds of the visitors to Venice come just for the day and do not sleep in venice. This is a big reason many here encourage people to actually stay IN Venice, so you will experience the place when the day trippers leave. Plus, the majority of these visitors are heading to two or three major sights. As soon as you leave that beaten path, you can lose the crowds and wander arm in arm through quiet walkways.

"San Marco is ethereal. When I walk into Piazza San Marco, I try not to look until I walk to the end opposite the Basilica, then turn. It is the nearest thing to God and heaven on earth that I can think of, difficult to believe that humans could have built it."

How beautifully put! Venice is absolutely a gem. If you love architecture, you might just swoon when you walk into San Marco at night. It is all lit up and there is music playing from the cafes. Couples dance in the square - really you can't miss it.

I also went on a gondola ride and while some might say it is a bit cheesy - I say it is dreamy.

As a footnote...I cried...it is that beautiful.

Congrats - have a lovely wedding and a spectacular honeymoon.