Unless you are about to propose, or you are taking a girl there you fancy in a vague attempt to consummate your relationship, I would leave immediately as you will look like a bender if you are there alone.

"That was fun and to round off the day, I am off to steal a charity collection box and then desecrate a place of worship.” - Smokey, The Selhurst Arms, 26/02/02

Glad to hear it.

Walk around for a bit, say 'isn't it breathtaking', take a few pictures and then demand hotel sex for showing your 'sensitive' side.

"That was fun and to round off the day, I am off to steal a charity collection box and then desecrate a place of worship.” - Smokey, The Selhurst Arms, 26/02/02

There are hundred's of things to see and do in Venice, mostly to do with the history of the city. Some are tourist traps, foe example a ride in a gondola costs a minimum of £120! A cup of coffee sitting in one of the cafe's in St Mark's Square can cost £20! Best avoided!

There are plenty of museums, galleries and churches worth seeing; it all depends on your interest in such things. Some are free and others at a modest cost.The Doge's Palace is worth a visit but expensive and you'll need to book a time slot, so depends on whether they have availability while you are there.

It's worth going to Harry's Bar,just to say you've been. Go early evening before 7 and order a Bellini (a cocktail) and drink it slowly, it won't be cheap. But it's a great place for people watching.

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The great pleasure of Venice in my view is to wander around and find small bars/restaurants away from the tourist trap areas. Have a great time!

I used to be immortal

Unless things have changed since I went there (and it was a fair while ago), stay away from the eateries and bars on Piazza San Marco, unless you have cash to burn. Have a good time.

Bexley Dave

Can you hear the Brighton sing? I can't hear a ******* thing!

"The most arrogant, obnoxious bunch of deluded little sun tanned, loafer wearing mummy's boys I've ever had the misfortune of having to listen to" (Burnley forum)

Don't walk the streets at night!

The 2 places recommended to me were Harry's Bar and Florian's.

They also turned out to be the most expensive refreshments I've ever purchased at €30 for a couple of drinks, and €12 for a hot chocolate respectively.