SUMMER IN VENICE: HEAVEN OR HELL?! 🔥 best time to go to Venice, Italy

Welcome to Dramatically Expatic! I've decided to run an experiment (on myself lol) and in today's video, I'm taking you to Venice in the middle of August 😱 It was... intense! But if you want to know when is the best time to visit Venice, what is the best month to go to Venice, whether Venice is too hot in summer and when should you avoid Venice - this video is for you! Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe :)

Places I visit in this video (and recommend for you to visit to avoid crowds of people):

Artisanal jewelry shop: didn't ask for the name when I was there and couldn't find it anywhere (not even on Google maps!), but search for C.S. Gregorio, 167, 30123, Venice (apparently a place has no sign!)
Stay away from Rialto/San Marco areas if you can, and stick to Dorsoduro and Cannaregio if you want a more authentic experience!

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ABOUT:

Hi! I’m Valeria, and I’m a Ukrainian expat and digital nomad, currently living in Italy. I first came here without speaking the language and being totally unprepared, but pretty sure this is gonna be an adventure of a lifetime! I love discovering Italian culture, Italian people and, of course, Italian food. I'm a full-time content creator, so when I'm not making travel videos, I'm taking photos, writing and creating artworks. Studying is another passion of mine, and currently I’m finishing my Masters degree at the University of Bologna. Here I post regular travel vlogs, tips on expat life, moving abroad, personal growth and self-esteem as a woman living abroad, so hop on and welcome on board!

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[rosannathomson]

Having been to Venice about 20 times or more, these days I only do day trips.
When I stay in Venice I always stay on the mainland - much more value for money.
Dorsoduro is my favourite area, especially about 8am when the locals are going to work, school, to the market for their daily shop.
Otherwise beyond San Marco around Arsenale where the tourists don't venture.
To eat I will always go to Aquila Negra.

Thank you again for a fantastic vlog. Always informative and impartial.
I agree with you completely. If you have the luxury of time, go in autumn. Even the sunset on your gondola / traghetto is more spectacular.

[sibelalbro]

I stayed in Venice this past mid July for 3 nights in the Cannaregio near the Ponte delle Guglie. I loved the location BUT when time came to travel to the famous sites it was sort of nightmarish as everyone was also headed to the same direction. True about not many places to sit at St Mark's. I can't recommend get up early and walk around enough! Lovely to watch the city wake up. There are few places open that serve coffee and cornetto but all the better, find them! I stuck with one cicchetti bar that was filled with locals, reasonabl, delicious and owner friendly. I usually found the quiet places you mentioned as I got lost but it was worth it! Beautiful city. I'll be back.

[janisherwood]

When I lived in Florence, as an Artist, I would always take one week to 10 days, to go & paint oils in Venice- always in The Fall- Late September was best! Few Tourists when it starts to get a little cold. These 2 Swedish girls on The Train, gave me the name of a place to stay- “ Ai BARi” not far from the Rialto Bridge. It was simple rooms with a shared bathroom but it was ok because I was never there!

[basictoglamchictravels]

I agree, most parts of Italy especially the touristic major cities it's best to visit during fall or winter or early spring but ofcourse without any options, Italy is a great place to visit

[Grandstreet]

Hopefully when Venice finally starts requiring timed reservations, limiting the number and charging day trippers the crowds will ease.

[rabotnickaklasa]

Great video, im going in Padova next winter but also i will visited Venice so thank you.Cheers👋

[olliestudio]

Definitely hell. Tourism has literally destroyed the place.

[sarelle]

I am from Hawaii born and raised. We have ALOT of tourists too. Many disrespectful and I share in your frustrations. I am happy to have found your channel. My husband and I will be visiting in July. I will gain much knowledge from you on how to properly and respectfully visit Italy which is our intent. Mahalo!

[cierna_voda]

I'm coming on the 1st of September, but I also would like to come to Venice in winter

[mariposa]

Exactly why we waited until late October and early November to go this year. 😳 Less crowds and cooler. 🍁🍂 I was stressed out for you watching this. 😆
Thanks for your great videos. 🌹🥰🌹🥰 I’m sorry you almost had your mic stolen. 😞 But it is showing the doubters that pickpocketing is very real. It happens in Barcelona too.

Lots of Love from California! Hope we run into you! 😃😄🥰😘

[megclark]

You have tremendous tips & content in your videos 🙌🏽🙌🏽 we always enjoy them, thank you 😊 ♥️

[pile]

Yeah, the limited tourist number in Venice is stil an ongoing issue.

[barbart_]

of course the price will be same at Rialto and at the train station :D they are both busy places!

[evyf]

Absolutely not a good option to visit Venice or other cities in 🇮🇹 during the peak seasons! Crowded every where you go, expensive lodgings et… Not a good idea! Thank you again for your advices and great video!🌺🌺

[edmarkpolicarpiopineda]

I like your videos. Very honest. Keep it up.😊

[arabnoura]

Hello Valeria! Thank You for sharing, @9:30 may I ask You what is the name of this spot ?

[richardperkins]

We are once again staying in the Dorsoduro where I feel it is the opposite of St Marks vibe.

[karenwendt]

9:15 What is the name of this bridge that you like that is not Rialto?

[mandydixon]

I loved your video and appreciate the critiques. I want to avoid crowds and am taking advice from the suggestions in the comments

[applescruff]

I'm doing interrail in June in italy and I'm staying to nights in Venice/Mestre. Unfortunately, I couldn't travel on another month (I'm travelling in between my old and new job). I just hope it'll not be terribly crowded.