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Ponte di Rialto, Venice

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Overlook the Grand Canal from one of Venice's most important landmarks, Ponte di Rialto. Anchoring the historic city center, the iconic bridge is an example of 16th-century architecture, with two steep ramps meeting to form an uncharacteristically high arch of 7.5 m (25 ft). Take a traditional gondola tour of the canal to admire the historic structure from the water. You also can stand in the archways of Venice's oldest canal bridge. Add Ponte di Rialto to your Venice travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Venice attractions planning tool .

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• By alessandrofL127YD

  This bridge is the oldest of the four bridges spanning the Canal Grande . The first dry crossing of the Gran Canal was a ponton bridge built in 1181 by Nicolò Barattieri and called Ponte della Moneta....  more »

• By DanielAmy

  Cramming yourself on the bridge is all a part of Venetian experience, right? I mean, you have to expect the crowds (especially at sunset). Just be patient and polite and you’ll get your turn at the...  more »

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