More than 400 bridges stitch together the islands that make up this dream of a city. The sublime setting ennobles Venice's palaces, churches and canals. For art lovers, a survey of the local talent -- Titian, Bellini, Tintoretto, Lotto and Canaletto -- is worth the trip. Take a cappucino break in Piazza San Marco, Europe's most sumptuous square. This little guide is crammed with addresses -- priceless recommendations and practical hints, perfect for a weekend break or a fortnight's adventure.

More than 400 bridges stitch together the islands that make up this dream of a city. The sublime setting ennobles Venice's palaces, churches and canals. For art lovers, a survey of the local talent -- Titian, Bellini, Tintoretto, Lotto and Canaletto -- is worth the trip. Take a cappucino break in Piazza San Marco, Europe's most sumptuous square. This little guide is crammed with addresses -- priceless recommendations and practical hints, perfect for a weekend break or a fortnight's adventure.