We Love —
- Experiencing the real Venice in the heart of Dorsoduro, a district known for its authenticity and noteworthy sites, including the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and Campo Santa Margherita.
- Sitting down for traditional "cicchetti" Venetian street-food at the hotel's fine-dining restaurant 8 Millimetri Cicchetti & Wine.
- Discovering the city from the water, on a complimentary gondola tour, an unforgettable experience!
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NH Venezia Rio Novo 4* —
A modern oasis in the heart of Venice's elegant Dorsoduro district, Hotel NH Venezia Rio Novo 4* is surrounded by restaurants, shops, and artisan boutiques. Enjoy the excellent location, a 16 minute stroll from the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and just around the corner from the lively Campo Santa Margherita.This stylish building dates back to the 1950s and is built in Razionalismo Italiano style with sleek lines and geometric shapes.
The contemporary design extends into the hotel's 144 rooms, with floor-to-ceiling windows filling the hotel with light. All guests will benefit from free gym access and will be able to enjoy the NH buffet breakfast each day.
Your Room —
Just for you:
- Complimentary late check-out until 3pm
This offer is based on a Standard Room (19m²) or a Superior City View Room (20m²).
Standard Room (19 m²)
The Standard Rooms are modern, light-filled, with rain-effect showers and Sleep Better mattresses for a restful stay.
Maximum room capacity
Superior City View Room (20 m²)
Marvel at the Venetian cityscape from your Superior Room. Make the most of little extras like a coffee machine and bathrobes for an even more delightful stay.
Maximum room capacity
Your Dining Choices
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay.
The generous breakfast buffet features fresh fruit, yogurt, cereals, cheese, meat and hot dishes, as well as local specialities. Taste traditional Venetian street food at the hotel's restaurant 8 Millimetri Cicchetti & Wine and choose to can relax at the hotel bar with a glass of wine, a beer or one of the cocktails inspired by some famous movies.
Your Time
Just for you:
- For stays of 3 nights and longer: one included guided gondola tour
Head to the compact hotel gym, where you'll find cardio equipment and weights to help you keep fit throughout your stay.
Experience Venice and meet the locals in this pleasant university district that houses the Guggenheim Museum. From there, you can easily explore Venice on foot or hop on a vaporetto, perfect for discovering the city's many cultural sites as well as shops, bars, and restaurants.
Your Included Options —
Guided Gondola Tour in Venice
Sail along the canals of the city of lovers on board a gondola and let yourself be charmed by the atypical beauty of this city on water.
Your Optional Excursions —
Guided gondola ride in Venice
Hop aboard your gondola and explore the city's canals. The Grand Canal obviously, but also the city's secret canals. Admire historic buildings and palaces from the water, as the people of Venice have done for over 1,000 years.
During this pleasant gondola cruise, a professional guide will provide live commentary in English and Italian on the fascinating monuments that surround you (an audio guide for use on your smartphone is provided for commentary in French, Spanish, German ...).
You will admire among others the house of Mozart, the opera La Fenice, the imposing Grand Canal with the Peggy Guggenheim collection, the basilica of Santa Maria della Salute, the basin of Piazza San Marco and the island of San Giorgio.
Let yourself be carried away by the rustle of the gondola which takes you through the picturesque labyrinth of the canals of Venice. You will be immersed in the heart of the history of the city of the Doges, in an atmosphere that is both mysterious and romantic.
During the walking tour, your guide will tell you (in Italian, French and English) the fascinating history of gondolas and gondoliers. At the end of the visit, you will be given a small gift in the form of a QR code to download a city map with 2D images of Venice from the Middle Ages to the 18th century.
Venice in love: Private gondola ride and meal in a traditional restaurant (12h gondola ride and lunch at 12:30 pm at the restaurant)
Departing from Campo Santo Stefano, aboard a private gondola, you will go up the Grand Canal and the hidden canals, and discover the city from a different perspective!
During this walk, you can admire the magnificent facades of the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, but also the fabulous mosaics of the Barbarigo Palace. You will pass by the Peggy Guggenheim Museum Foundation, La Fenice Opera House, Palazzo Gritti, and may also glimpse the Academy Bridge, the Punta della Dogana Palace ... and much more!
Romantic Venice: Private gondola ride and meal in a traditional restaurant (4:45 p.m. / 6:45 p.m. gondola ride and dinner at 7 p.m. at the restaurant)
Departing from Campo Santo Stefano, aboard a private gondola, you will go up the Grand Canal and the hidden canals, and discover the city from a different perspective!
During this walk, you can admire the magnificent facades of the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, but also the fabulous mosaics of the Barbarigo Palace. You will pass by the Peggy Guggenheim Museum Foundation, La Fenice Opera House, Palazzo Gritti, and may also glimpse the Academy Bridge, the Punta della Dogana Palace ... and much more!
You will admire the Venetian palaces along the canals, and will be transported by the charm of the Serenissima.
After your gondola ride, you will enjoy lunch or dinner in a typical restaurant and taste traditional Venetian dishes.
To note :
Excursion for 2 people valid every day (except in exceptional cases)
Hours: 4:45 p.m. (November to March) or 6:45 p.m. (April to October)
Departure: gondoliers' pontoon in Campo Santo Stefano
Restaurant address: Restaurant Ai Coristi: San Marci 1995 (6 minutes walk from the gondola pontoon, a stone's throw from La Fenice Theater)
The Gondolier will give you a map to guide you to the restaurant The private gondola ride takes approximately 30 minutes The gondola ride is not guided For this activity, you will need to be in possession of two vouchers (one for the gondolier, the other for the restaurant), or show your mobile twice if you have an e-ticket.
Please communicate in advance any special diet requests or food intolerances.
Please wear comfortable shoes This activity is not accessible to people with disabilities or having major difficulties in getting around.
Please note that in the event of gondoliers' strikes or bad weather, the gondola ride may be canceled.
The price does not include:
Drinks at the Marco Polo restaurant are not included
Excursion to the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello
Leave Venice by boat to explore the lagoon, onwards to the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, and admire its 16th century Benedictine church, before landing in Murano.
Accompanied by your guide, you will visit a family glass blower and learn more about this millenary tradition! Next stop is Burano, the fisherman's island with colourful houses. You will certainly see the fishermen and discover, thanks to the explanations provided by your audio guide, the history of this island specializing in the art of lacework.
You will finally leave for the last leg of your excursion. Torcello Island is the oldest of the three islands, a small green corner of the Lagoon. While walking on this quiet island, you will discover the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, superb mosaics, the throne of Attila, the mysterious Devil's Bridge, or the Church of Santa Fosca.
On the way back, you will once again have the opportunity to admire the Venetian lagoon in all its splendour.
Guided tour of St. Mark's Square in Venice with Ticket for the Doge's Palace
Discover Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Square in Venice with this guided tour!
What's Included:
Ticket for Doge's Palace
Guided Tour of Doge's Palace, Basilica and the area from Piazza San Marco to Rialto
Access to Correr Museum, Archaeological Museum, and Marciana Library
Does Not Include:
Access to Pala D'Oro, Treasure of San Marco, Terrace (supplements to be paid on site)
Tips (optional)
Any other extras
Your Journey to NH Venezia Rio Novo 4* —
Flights:
It may be possible to choose from a selection of flight options at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Venice —
Venice is unlike any other destination seen across the world. Constantly defying expectations and captivating visitors, 'The Floating City' is an enchanting, bucket-list holiday spot. Spread across 118 islands and linked together by a winding chain of canals and over 400 unique bridges, Venice's charm never ceases and its immense beauty never fails to impress.
Without doubt, St. Mark's Basilica stands as the city's most famous building. As one of the most important religious buildings in all of Northern Italy, this is a must-stop spot for guests in search of Venice's intricate artwork, ornate detail and fascinating Italian Byzantine architecture. Similarly surrounded by opulent design, St Mark's Square is the perfect introduction to Venice's lively streets, ideally located just across from the iconic Grand Canal.
In terms of activities in Venice, none are more important than a classic and quintessential gondola ride. Lay back, relax and soak up the timeless beauty of the city's canals for a uniquely Venetian experience that you're sure to remember!