Tucked down a Venice side street close to the Grand Canal, Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo is worth a detour for its Bovolo Staircase (Scala Contarini del Bovolo). Named for the Venetian word for snail, this spiral staircase—the most famous in Venice—is housed in a cylindrical tower with open arches that climbs the facade, providing lovely perspectives over the city. Though it’s the metropolis’s maximum well-known staircase, Bovolo is likewise fairly of a hidden treasure, and visits to this architectural gem are often a highlight of off-the-beaten-song metropolis tours. Consider joining a Secret Venice tour to discover the lesser-known corners of the metropolis along with need to-see sights together with St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace, and the Rialto Bridge. You also can pair taking walks excursions with a gondola ride, so you can discover the city each with the aid of land and water. The cupola offers breathtaking views of the roofs, towers, and domes of Venice. The staircase has constantly been properly-preserved and has interested tourists and dignitaries, which includes Lord Byron and John Ruskin, for generations. The palace is now maintained through the Institute for Venetian Recovery and Education, which prices a small rate to climb the stairway.