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Sestiere of San Polo




San Polo is one of the oldest districts of the city, the first settlement was in Rialto, where is also the oldest church in Venice: San Giacomo di Rialto.
 
Today Rialto,  the smallest of the sestieri, houses many attractions, one of the most visited attractions are the Fruit and Fish Markets, but is also one of the liveliest quarters thanks to the great presence of Bacari and Osterie that offer Cicchetti and a good Selection of wines.
 
 

ATTRACTIONS, MUSEUMS AND MONUMENTS IN SESTIERE OF SAN POLO 

The Rialto Bridge is without a doubt the most popular attraction, but do not miss the church of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, which houses a famous painting of Titian, the Church of San Rocco with paintings by Tintoretto and the Church of San Polo with The beautiful Campo San Polo.

Nearby:
Great School of St. John the Evangelist
 

How to explore the Sestiere of San Polo

A private walking tour is the best way to discover San Polo and the area of Rialto Bridge.
 
If for your vacation you have chosen to stay in  apartment this is the perfect area, both for the presence of the markets, as well as for the many local restaurants and restaurants. Evening life is vibrant even if you stay out of the most touristy trails.
 
 

OSTERIES AND BACARS IN SESTIERE OF SAN POLO 

If you visit our page Osterie Bacari and Cicchetti in Venice you will find a selection of venues in the neighborhood.

 
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