For those who want to see a small, charming and dynamic lagoon city not far from the larger and more chaotic Venice , then Chioggia is the ideal solution. Without making comparisons with the nearby city, Chioggia represents a truly pleasant destination in which to spend a weekend admiring the lagoon atmosphere which is intertwined with buildings with a particularly elegant architectural style.
The city presents itself as one of the most beautiful historic centers in the whole of Veneto and it is worth spending two or more days to visit the location even simply on foot, or use it as a base for visiting nearby cities. Let's see what the main attractions of Chioggia are and how to best stay in this splendid place located between the Po Delta and the Serenissima.
Things to see in Chioggia: an itinerary
It must be said first of all that Chioggia is not at all a city for hit-and-run tourism. It is a place where you can breathe culture and serenity and therefore should be experienced as a full-blown holiday. There are no exaggerated tourist flows here and for this reason the city manages to maintain its respectability and protect its long-standing cultural heritage.
The city is made up of small islands divided by canals and which can be reached via bridges, which are the absolute protagonists of the city. First you can take a tour of the streets of the centre, called calli, and reach the suggestive medieval historic centre. The hub of this area is the Cathedral of Santa Maria , the church built on the remains of an even older church and of which only a sarcophagus dating back to 1474 remains.
Just outside the Cathedral is the Tower of Sant'Andrea , a bell tower that reaches 30 meters in height and which houses one of the oldest clocks in the world, dating back to 1389. Here there is also an interesting Clock Museum which explains functionality and innovation.
One of the key areas of this maritime city is certainly the Fish Market or Pescheria where it is possible to stock up on always fresh fish. Here in Chioggia it is possible to stop and eat fresh fish in one of the local restaurants and refresh yourself before continuing the tour.
Among the characteristics that cannot fail to be noticed in Chioggia there is the architecture of the buildings such as the Granary , the Neoclassical style Town Hall Vigo Bridge , absolutely the symbol of the city recognizable by the small Venetian lion and which leads to the equally famous Piazzetta Vigo. The alleys of this city are truly sensational, just think that many scenes from films set in Venice have been filmed in the alleys of Chioggia as the city offers equally beautiful scenery.
All the things to do in Chioggia
Being a very dynamic city, even if less crowded, Chioggia offers many activities to do in company. Bars and restaurants offer the opportunity to taste local products whilst admiring the city's architectural panorama. Having an aperitif is then a must with a view of the bridges and sunsets in the lagoon. The Civic Museum of the South Lagoon offers the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the cultural heritage of the place. In summer, or in any case during the summer, in Chioggia you will find beautiful beaches on which to spend the day . Just head towards Sottomarina to find a truly pleasant coastline where you can sunbathe or sip a cold drink at the equipped beaches.
A historic, maritime location full of perfect corners in which to take unforgettable photos, Chioggia is a city full of suggestions and maritime legends that speak of submerged cities and discoveries. There are so many reasons to spend some time in this location and they are suitable for every type of holiday. Precisely for these reasons, booking an apartment online quickly and easily becomes the ideal solution for discovering all its secrets and prolonging the pleasure of living this city suspended in time.
