I've been to Venice two times. Side trips while in Milan on business. I would not spend my money to go there. It smeel of mildew, Prices are outrageous for just about anything including food. I just had cappuchino and gelato and that was expensive. . Gondoliers are mainly egotistcal guys who think they're god's gift to women. Way overpriced. I ate all meals in a small trattoria about 15km from Venice. Excellent food, good wine, good grappa, very friendly owner. Made you feel at home. Venice does hae some worthwhile attractions, but its not worth spending the money to go there.