Inside Rick Steves Venice you''ll find:* Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Venice* Rick''s strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites* Top sights and hidden gems, from StMark''s Basilica and the Rialto Bridge to the charming city of Padua* How to connect with local culture: Say "buongiorno" to the fish mongers at the morning market, snack on chicchetti at a local wine bar, and people-watch on a sunny piazza* Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick''s candid, humorous insight* The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a scoop of gelato* Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and museums, plus a Grand Canal Cruise tour* Detailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out city map for exploring on the go* Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down* Complete, up-to-date information on the San Marco District, Sant