Ponte di Rialto

"Along the railing you'll enjoy one of the city's most famous views: the Grand Canal vibrant with boat traffic." Full review

"A superb feat of engineering, Antonio da Ponte’s 1592 Istrian stone span cost 250,000 gold ducats to construct – a staggering sum that puts Calatrava Bridge cost overruns into perspective." Full review

"As the oldest bridge across the Grand Canal, Rialto draws a hefty tourist freight, and, despite the invariable disdain of local Venetians, the 1561 stone structure is worth a look." Full review

"The Rialto Bridge is the oldest of the four bridges spanning the Grand Canal, and without question it's one of the most iconic sights in Venice." Full review

"Several centuries ago, if you wanted to cross the Grand Canal, the Rialto Bridge was the only way. There are now four major bridges that cross the canal, but Rialto is by far the most..." Full review

"This graceful arch over the Grand Canal, linking the San Marco and San Polo districts, is lined with overpriced boutiques and is teeming with tourists." Full review