Libreria Acqua Alta

About

Books float in gondolas and bathtubs at this unique venetian bookstore.

Why go

• Feels like stepping into a scene from the book
• Magical place where books rest in gondolas, bathtubs, and boats
• A literary treasure

Must try

• Take a picture in the gondola
• Climb the staircase made of old books
• Look for unique postcards
• Buy a souvenir
• Look for vintage prints

Pro tips

• Go right when they open to avoid crowds
• Visit in the morning before the crowds
• Arrive before 11 am to avoid crowds
• Park at the north lot
• Take the vaporetto

Good to know

• It can get quite crowded
• Staff may have a complicated relationship with tourists
• It's very touristy

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Rating

4.4 / 5 (30083 reviews)

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