Venice is known by few nick names: the city of bridges, the city of water, the city of light and queen of the Adriatic and is one of Italy's most beautiful destination with many attractions. Its small, traffic-free streets along the winding canals make for great walking. You'll find many magnificent churches, lively squares, palaces, and interesting shops. Its romantic whether you go with a lover or a friend. It's one of those cities that is charming and small and begs to be explored.