The city of Venice is built on a lagoon, connected by a series of canals. It’s known around the world for its waterways which act as roads around the city. Filled with incredible architecture, the entire city appears to be crafted from marble. Dine on indulgent seafood while sipping Prosecco, or work your way through a table of lavish small plates, known as chiccetti. It’s a truly enchanting city. Dogs travel free on the boats that wind the canals so you can explore it to your heart’s content. You’ll find plenty to do with your dog in Venice, Italy.

Bacarretto

This cosy Sicilian restaurant serves the most incredible food. The menu changes daily to make the most of the freshest ingredients available. You can expect to find traditional pasta dishes as well as a range of small chiccetti dishes. The ceiling is decorated with the artwork of children who have dined there. Dogs are also welcome to join you. 

Parco delle Rimembranze

This large, scenic park is away from the hustle and bustle of the busy tourist spots. Located by the waters edge in the east of the city, on the island of Sant’Elena. The park offers stunning views of Bacino di San Marco. As the name suggests, this remembrance garden has been planted with trees that each commemorate a fallen solider from World War II. The park has a children’s play area as well as several sports courts. It is a popular place for dog walkers and joggers.

Celeste pet shop

Open since 2015, Celeste is tucked down a small side street and stocks everything you could need for your four-legged friend. Don’t be fooled by the small interior, inside you’ll find food, bedding, clothing, collars and grooming supplies.

Lido di Venezia

This barrier island is famous for hosting the annual Venice Film Festival but it’s also home to 11km of stunning beaches. Although there are designated dog beaches, the locals don’t seem to take much notice. You’ll also find some hotels and resorts offering access to their own private beaches with agility courses and dog showers available. 

Walk around Dorsoduro

The area of Dorsoduro is home to the university campus and as a result, offers a more authentic Venetian neighbourhood feel. It’s home to some great bars as well as some more casual restaurants where you can enjoy fantastic food without the tourist price tag. This 5km easy out-and-back route will take around an hour to complete and offers some fantastic views at the far point.

So whatever you enjoy, you’ll find plenty to do with your dog in Venice, Italy.

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A historian’s dream, Rome is an ancient treasure that’s filled with excitement and delight at every turn. Even if history isn’t your thing, you’d be hard pushed not to be impressed with what Rome has to offer. When you’ve had your fill of culture, you can fill up on mouthwatering pizzas and unassuming pasta dishes in one of the many piazzas while listening to the splash of a nearby fountain. Modern Rome is just as full of pet lovers as Ancient Rome. Dogs are welcome in most shops, restaurants and (outdoor) tourist sites, as well as on public transport. Whatever it is you enjoy doing, you’ll find plenty to do with your dog in Rome.

Circus Maximus

This wonderfully scenic park was once the largest chariot-racing stadium in ancient Rome. Established by Julius Caesar in the 1st century BC, it is now a glorious green hot spot for locals looking to enjoy some leisure time. It’s also used for large events in the city. It’s even played host to acts like The Rolling Stones and Genesis. Not to mention that it’s THE place to be on New Year’s Eve. It’s a popular spot for dog walkers as dogs are allowed off-leash to run to their hearts content here.

Gelateria del Teatro

This highly rated Gelateria has three locations throughout the city and is open every day from noon until nine. Making handmade gelato the old-fashioned way, the flavours are anything but. With intriguing, seasonal flavours like white chocolate and basil, sage and raspberries and liquorice of Calabria, you’ll bound to keep coming back for more. And to top it all off, it’s dog-friendly too!

The Family Pet Store

This pet store contains everything you could ever need for your four-legged friend but with a strong focus on animal wellbeing. The food they stock is organic and holistic, the games and accessories they sell are recyclable, durable and made from non-toxic materials. Bear in mind that the store is not open during the afternoon. Opening hours are 10am-1:30pm and then again from 4pm-7:30pm.

See the sights!

Although many of the most famous sights in Rome don’t allow dogs inside, they are welcome to join you in the outdoor areas. The same goes for the Roman Forum, the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon and even St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. This means that your dog doesn’t have to miss out on the sight-seeing and you can snap plenty of cute touristy pics for your pup’s photo album.

So whatever you enjoy doing, you’ll find plenty to do with your dog in Rome.

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