St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco)

One of the world's great squares, surrounded by some of Venice's finest architecture; crowded by day and calmest early in the morning.

St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco) appears in 15 of the 17 Venice vlogs we indexed, first in 2015, most recently in 2025.

15 moments in vlogs

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  1. the tour guy

    How to See Venice in A Day

  2. Expedia

    Venice Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

  3. Manuel Bravo

    Venice Explained

    The paving pattern that unifies the square was laid in the 18th century.
  4. Hungry Passport

    TOP 10 things to do in VENICE | Travel Guide

    One of the main venues of the Venice Carnival.
  5. Epic Explorations TV

    Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Venice, Italy | Venice Travel Guide

    Called the starting point for exploring the city's must-see sights.
  6. World Wild Hearts

    VENICE, ITALY | 10 Best Things To Do In Venice (Including hidden gems & travel tips)

  7. Camden David

    27 Tips I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Venice, Italy

    Go as early or as late in the day as possible to avoid the crowds.
  8. BBC

    Top travel guide to Venice on a budget - How to Holiday Better - BBC

    Locals call it the Bermuda Triangle. Pasta at the surrounding cafes runs 15–50 euros, and a coffee can cost up to 25 euros.
  9. Brief

    Intrepid Italian with Michele | Learn Italian FAST

    21 UNIQUE Things to do in Venice, Italy 2026 🇮🇹 (ULTIMATE Guide) + FREE Italian Phrases PDF

  10. Brief

    Exotic Vacation

    How to Spend 2 Days in VENICE Italy | Travel Itinerary

    The terrace of St. Mark's Basilica gives a stunning overlook of the square.
  11. Happy to Wander (Travel Tips & Inspo)

    VENICE TRAVEL TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS | 50 Must-Knows Before Visiting Venice + What NOT to Do!

    Skip the overpriced square-side restaurants and just have a drink or coffee, and don't feed the pigeons.
  12. Brief

    Wolters World

    Visit Venice - 5 Vital Tips for Visiting Venice, Italy

  13. Brief

    Where to Nau

    The Perfect 48 Hours in Venice | Where Should You Stay in Venice?

    Very touristy and crowded; mulled wine from nearby shops costs about half the café prices.
  14. Giulia Explains Italy

    VENICE: 13 tips to plan your trip | Venice Travel Guide

    Most crowded from 11am to 4pm with cruise passengers; visit at night or late afternoon.
  15. Jan and Ann

    Before you visit VENICE, ITALY - WATCH THIS! 🇮🇹

    Rose sellers push flowers into tourists' hands. Don't take one or acknowledge them, or you'll have to pay.

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