Standing over the Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge is one of Venice’s most enduring symbols and a witness to centuries of trade, power, and daily life. Completed in 1591, the bridge replaced a series of wooden crossings that repeatedly collapsed or burned down. Designed by Antonio da Ponte, its bold single-span stone arch was considered an engineering risk at the time – yet it has stood firm for over 400 years. The Rialto area was the commercial heart of Venice, home to markets, banks, and merchants w

Ponte di Rialto (Rialto Bridge) in Venice, Italy

Bridge, Gondola, Boat, Channel

Rialto Bridge

Rialto Bridge. View of Grand Canal, Venice.