By 2 a.m. we were happily lost again. Dimly illuminated arches and doorways reflected off the green canal waters. My daughter, Vivian, 16, and I were on a lion hunt in Venice, an annual occurrence ...

Even if you avoid Venice during the hottest hours of the day, it’s still an intense city. Daniel Corneschi Instead, I would suggest visiting Venice in winter or spring - with a few exceptions.

🏨 Discover the best hotels in Venice. What is Venice like in winter? I’d be lying if I said winter here was always easy. I’ve lived in the city since 2020, and it can be bone-chillingly cold.

Sophie Wilde, Nicole Kidman, Harris Dickinson and Antonio Banderas attend the red carpet for "Babygirl" during the 81st Venice International Film Festival Getty Images A24’s erotic thriller ...