Venice offers a wealth of spectacular churches which are spread out throughout the city. Here is our selection of the must-visit churches that you should include as part of your Venice itinerary:
1. Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari - A Venetian Gothic masterpiece dating back to the 15th-century, taking Franciscan Friars over 100 years to build. Hosts a priceless art collection by artists such as Bellini and Titian.
2. Basilica San Marco - This highly ornate Byzantine basilica is one of the city's icons and serves as the Doge's chapel, the resting place of St. Mark and the setting for the city's major funerals and processions.
3. Santa Maria dei Miracoli - One of the most popular venues for Venetian weddings, this spectacular church dates back to 1481 with glimmering gilt miniatures of holy figures.
