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Golden Hour at San Giorgio Maggiore

Start with the view that defines Venice, catch the last light, then settle in for a proper Venetian dinner.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:08

    Caffè Florian

    Grab a coffee and people-watch at Caffè Florian.

  2. 16:38

    Basilica San Giorgio Maggiore

    Walk to the bell tower of Basilica San Giorgio Maggiore. Climb up for the panoramic view of the lagoon as the sun dips low.

  3. 16:53

    Basilica San Giorgio Maggiore

    Stay at the top to watch the sunset over the water.

  4. 17:23

    Libreria Acqua Alta

    Browse the oddities and cats at Libreria Acqua Alta.

  5. 17:38

    Ristorante Al Conte Pescaor

    Dine at Ristorante Al Conte Pescaor. Order seafood pasta and enjoy the terrace as the city lights up.

Local tip

The walk from the square to the church involves a short vaporetto ride or a long walk. Check the route.

Check before you go

  • Caffè Florian opens at 09:00.
  • Libreria Acqua Alta closes at 19:10.
  • Ristorante Al Conte Pescaor is open until 23:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Venice (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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