Day 4: Exploring the Grand Canal, St. Mark’s, and Venice’s Hidden Corners
I check into Ca’ Sagredo, a hotel that’s part museum, part palace, and fully Venetian. It’s a restored 15th-century building right on the Grand Canal, with ceilings so intricately painted it feels like a Renaissance masterpiece. More importantly, it’s part of Venice’s sustainability efforts, helping to preserve the fragile balance between tourism and conservation.
First stop? St. Mark’s Square. It’s the heart of the city, always buzzing with energy—tourists snapping photos, pigeons fluttering around, and cafés filled with people sipping espresso at tiny tables. St. Mark’s Basilica, with its domes and gold mosaics, is even more impressive in person, while Doge’s Palace next door gives a glimpse into the city’s former rulers and their lavish lifestyles.
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