Piazza San Marco

Emily in Paris · Filming location

Piazza San Marco

In the story · S5, Venice

Venice's main square, with the basilica and the bell tower. In season 5 it is where Julien, Emily's colleague, buys up a street seller's whole stock of rain ponchos.

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Where to stand for the photo

From the far west end of the square, frame the basilica with the bell tower on the right.

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Getting there

  • Address: Piazza San Marco, 30124 Venezia
Transport
In Venice: vaporetto to San Marco or San Zaccaria.
Fewer crowds
Quieter around 7 am and in the evening, after the day visitors have left.
Access
Public square, free.
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Sources found on October 17, 2026.

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Every place checked against public sources

Production · film commissions · tourist boards · guides

We always say if it is:

  • The real filming location
  • A place standing in for it
  • Inspired by the story