Missing bits
Not really a walking experience. Take the No. 1 Vaporetto from anywhere on the Grand Canal and stay on it for the ride.
The most obvious ommission and a large ‘chunk’ in the north-western side of the city. Visible from the Salute and Veronese walks.
Western Cannaregio
Parco Savorgnan is a green pocket in the north-western side of the city. A wander along the Fondamenta Cannaregio is a good idea – check out the Ponte dei Tre Archi.
‘Outer’ Castello and Sant’ Elena
There is a good ‘chunk’ on the eastern side of the Arsenale to be explored, including the Biennale Gardens, a peaceful haven. The same can be said of Sant’ Elena, just beyond.