Television personality explores the canals of Venice

The heart of Venice is undoubtedly Piazza San Marco, or St. Mark's Square, which Napoleon famously called "the drawing room of Europe." This magnificent public space is flanked by elegant colonnades and historic buildings, including the Procuratie palaces. Here you will find the awe-inspiring St. Mark's Basilica, a stunning example of Italo-Byzantine architecture. The basilica is free to enter, but to avoid the notoriously long queues, it is highly recommended that you pre-book a "skip-the-line" ticket. Make sure to dress appropriately, as it is a place of worship.