37 Lesser-Known European Villages That Feel Like A Fairytale

20. The Colorful Canals of Burano, Italy

While Venice gets all the glory, Burano, just a short ferry ride away, is arguably more magical. This tiny island village is an artist’s dream, with brightly colored houses, lace-making workshops, and quaint footbridges over narrow canals. Legend has it that the houses were painted in vivid hues so fishermen could spot them through the fog. Take photos of the rainbow-hued buildings, try the island’s famous Bussolà cookies, and watch artisans create delicate Burano lace—a craft that has been perfected for centuries.