The best tours to discover the most beautiful square of Venice
It Was Once the Political Heart of a Republic of Venice
For centuries, Piazza San Marco was more than just a public space — it was the ceremonial and political center of the Republic of Venice, where announcements, trials, and state events took place.
The Iconic Café Culture Started Here in the Square
Piazza San Marco is home to some of the oldest cafés in Europe, including Caffè Florian, which opened in 1720 and once hosted guests like Casanova, Goethe, and Lord Byron.
Napoleon’s Wing Once Housed a Royal Palace
The Ala Napoleonica, the neoclassical building at the western end of the square, was built on Napoleon’s orders and served as a royal residence during the French occupation of Venice.
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