Lido Di Venezia

A small island to the east of Venice, the Lido Di Venezia is very close to the city. Very popular among tourists, this island is the perfect summer getaway with its resplendent beaches and seaside resorts. If you plan a summer stay in Lido, there are many activities and casinos here too.

The island also hosts the prestigious Venice Film Festival, which takes place between the end of August and the beginning of September.  The island is narrow and 11 km in length. The island enjoys quietude compared to the rest of Venice. Apart from the beaches, you can also visit historical sites like the Church of San Nicolo al Lido, Tempio Votivo, the Ancient Jewish Cemetery and the Armenian Monastery, where you will find the poet Byron’s Study Room. Malamocco is a scenic town connected by a series of bridges to Lido. Here, you can visit the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Ponte Borgo (the oldest bridge), and Palazzo del Podestà, inside which is the Malamocco Museum. You can also take a guided bike tour which will take you through the Jewish Cemetery, Malamocco and some of the various villas and beaches of Lido. The best way to reach this island is via a water bus.