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Grand Canal (Canal Grande) — Venice

Venice· Nature & Parks

Grand Canal (Canal Grande)

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The Grand Canal is Venice’s main waterway, lined with palaces, churches and historic trading houses. The best way to experience it is by vaporetto, traghetto or gondola, especially around sunset. It is not a ticketed attraction itself, though transport or tours cost extra.

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