Wife and I went there a few years ago, it’s highly overrated, crowded, etc. I wouldn’t go back.
Did you stay overnight on your visit? To go to sleep and wake up early in Venice, without the hordes, was magical for me.
Locals want to ban tourists. Which is the only reason the locals can exist.
Same as it ever is
What time of year did you go there?
After recently visiting Italy, I’m convinced that Hell must be run by Italians.
Most Americans don’t get Venice. It’s too different, and they have no desire to acquire knowledge of the underlying history. I’ve been to Venice 4 times, and would love to return.
If your only reason for going to Venice is for the sake of novelty — to say “Hey, their streets are all canals!” — then don’t bother.