Gondolas are not the only means of transportation in Venezia. The city has a large fleet of brightly painted yellow ferries, which traverse the numerous waterways of the city. The boats carry only pedestrians, and they cover the city in distinct routes, much like a bus on an urban street.
You will find no vehicles on the streets of Venice, just pedestrians. Commerce is reserved for the labyrinth of canals. Sometimes, small trucks are parked on a small barge and transported to where they need to go, but the truck never leaves the deck of the boat. The cargo is transported to a cart after it is docked.
The main source of income for the city is from tourism. Venezia is an extremely popular place for visitors, especially in the spring and fall, when the weather is enjoyable.
Venezia is a waterfront. There is water everywhere, and along the edge of all the canals and waterways, a stone dock has been built where the sea meets dry land. The streets are only a few feet above sea level but seldom flood.
The Piazza San Marco is one of the most visited places in Venezia. The popular square is ringed with noteworthy buildings, and on a nice day, the open plaza is covered with small tables and chairs, where visitors can wine and dine, and enjoy the classical music ensembles that perform.
