The Lido

The Lido: the back story

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About The Lido: the back story

The Lido is the long island between the lagoon and the Adriatic: beaches, villas, the Hotel Excelsior and the Palazzo del Cinema, home of the Venice International Film Festival.

The beach

The bathing establishments along the Lungomare.

The Festival

La Biennale’s film festival each late summer at the Palazzo del Cinema.

Hire a bike and ride the length of it.

Our advice: come in early summer, before the beaches fill.

Why it's on our list

  • The beach
  • The Festival

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with The Lido: the back story before you go.

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