Timeline
12:53
Stand in Campo San Bartolomeo and admire the bronze statue of Carlo Goldoni on its marble pedestal. It is a quiet starting point before the crowds arrive.
13:03
Walk four minutes to Ristorante Al Conte Pescaor for a light lunch or snack. The terrace offers a pleasant spot to watch the canal traffic before heading toward the main sights.
13:53
Browse Libreria Acqua Alta, a cozy bookshop filled with odd volumes and cats. It is a short walk from the restaurant and offers a charming break from the open squares.
14:53
Head to Caffè Florian on Piazza San Marco. Established in 1720, it is one of the oldest coffee houses in the world. Order a coffee or a glass of prosecco to enjoy the historic interior.
15:53
Walk to Punta della Dogana. As the sun begins to set toward the WSW, this viewpoint offers the best perspective of the lagoon and the golden light hitting the water.
16:53
End your evening at Harry’s Bar. Famous for inventing the Bellini cocktail, it is the perfect place to toast the sunset with a classic Venetian drink.
Local tip
Libreria Acqua Alta closes at 19:10, so visit it earlier in your afternoon walk. Caffè Florian is open daily until midnight, making it a flexible spot for a pre-sunset drink.
Check before you go
- Libreria Acqua Alta is open Mo-Su 09:00-19:10.
- Ristorante Al Conte Pescaor is open Mo-Su 12:00-23:00.
- Caffè Florian is open Daily 09:00-00:00.
- Harry’s Bar is open 10:30-23:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Venice (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).