A one-of-a-kind floating city of 118 canal-linked islands, famed for gondolas and Carnival masks. The elegance of Piazza San Marco, the artistic vibe of Dorsoduro, and the tranquility of Giudecca island each reveal a different Venice. Getting lost in the labyrinthine alleys is a uniquely Venetian experience, and it is the ultimate destination for couples seeking romance.
Best Season
April-June and September-October are ideal. The February Carnival is famous; summer is overwhelmingly crowded and winter brings acqua alta (flooding).
Budget
Daily budget about KRW 150,000-280,000 (lodging 100,000-180,000, food 40,000-60,000, transport and entry 20,000-40,000).
Transport
The Alilaguna water bus from Marco Polo Airport reaches San Marco in about 1 hour. Within the islands, travel by vaporetto water bus and on foot. Prepaid SIMs are available at the airport (TIM, Vodafone, etc., about EUR 10-15/week). Card payments are widely accepted, though some small shops are cash-only. Restaurants add a coperto of EUR 2-4 automatically.
Visa
Korean passport holders may enter the Schengen Area visa-free for 90 days.
Safety
Generally safe, but beware of pickpockets at busy tourist spots and inflated water-taxi fares.
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Signature food of Venice
Tiramisu
🍰 DessertAn Italian dessert of espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream. About EUR 6-10. Best tried at a traditional bacaro (wine bar) near San Marco.
Cicchetti
🍢 Street FoodVenetian-style tapas — small bread slices with various toppings. About EUR 1-3 each. Try them with prosecco at All'Arco or Cantina Do Spade near the Rialto Bridge.
Spaghetti al Nero di Seppia
🍱 TraditionalTraditional Venetian pasta blackened with squid ink. About EUR 14-20. Trattoria Ai Cugnai in Dorsoduro is a local favorite.