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Venice is unlike any other city, with canals instead of roads, centuries-old palaces and art around every corner. Our Venice tours and attractions cover the essentials: St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, a gondola ride and a Grand Canal cruise. Add a Murano glassblowing visit, a trip to colourful Burano, or a food walk through the local bacari to round out your things to do in Venice. Booking Venice sightseeing tours and attraction tickets in advance secures your time slot, shortens queues and helps you fit more of the city into each day.

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Our tips for Venice

  • Pick your season: April to May and September to October bring milder weather and thinner crowds than midsummer. Autumn and winter can bring acqua alta (high water), so check the tide forecast and pack waterproof shoes.
  • Choose a vaporetto pass: A single 75-minute water bus ticket costs about €9.50, while a 24-hour pass is about €25. Validate your ticket before boarding, and remember that much of Venice is easy to cover on foot.
  • Check the day-visitor fee: Venice charges day-trippers an access fee on selected spring and summer dates (72 days from 26 March to 15 August 2027). Overnight guests and children under 14 are exempt. Rates and booking details are due by 31 December 2026, so confirm them on the City of Venice access fee website before you go.
  • Book St. Mark's Square sights first: The Doge's Palace is among Venice's most visited paid attractions, and its standard ticket also covers the Correr Museum, the Archaeological Museum and the Marciana Library.
  • Plan a simple route: Start in St. Mark's Square early, walk to the Rialto Bridge by the Mercerie, then cross to Dorsoduro for the Accademia. Follow the yellow signs to San Marco, Rialto, Ferrovia and Accademia.
  • Follow local etiquette: Cover shoulders and knees for St. Mark's Basilica, keep to the right on narrow lanes, and avoid swimming in canals or eating on monument steps, which can bring fines.

Good to know

Venice uses Central European Time (UTC+1), moving to summer time from late March to late October. The euro is the local currency, and cards are widely accepted, though small cafés and bacari may prefer cash. The historic centre is car-free, so you arrive by train at Santa Lucia, by road at Piazzale Roma, or by water bus or coach from Marco Polo Airport. Many bridges have steps, so accessibility needs careful planning, and a guided tour with a step-free route can help. Attraction hours change by season and event, so confirm them before visiting Venice attractions. Pack light, as luggage must be carried over bridges.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What is the best time to visit Venice?
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    Avoid the most hectic tourist times by visiting in November. This autumn season of fog and acqua alta (tidal flooding) may make gumboots a requirement on your trip, but the marvelous misty mystique of the lagoon city at this time of year more than makes up for it. If you are on a budget, you can visit during the winter months.

  • Q: How do I reach Venice?
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    You can reach Venice by train, car or plane. Venice Marco Polo Airport is the nearest airport. From there, you can fetch a taxi to reach the city center. Different trains are available that will take you to the Venice Santa Lucia station. Also, keep in mind that cars are not allowed in Venice’s city center. So, you will have to rely on a taxi or water bus.

  • Q: How do I get around Venice?
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    For day-to-day travel, opt for a ferry. The city’s ferry systems are extensive, run regularly, and are a cheap way of getting from A to B in a hurry. A water taxi may be your best bet for getting around in good time but can be expensive. The maze of alleys and cobblestone streets is best explored on walking tours. When considering what to do in Venice, a famous gondola ride around the canals is a must.

  • Q: What is the local currency in Venice?
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    The local currency in Venice is the Euro (EUR).

  • Q: What are some must-see sights in Venice?
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    Venice has several iconic attractions such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, the Rialto Bridge, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection. You can also take a gondola ride to soak in the picturesque views of the city and its beautiful canals.

  • Q: Any tips for staying safe in Venice?
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    Most crimes that take place in Venice are theft related. Look out for pickpockets and be sure to keep your valuables close, especially in areas with a lot of tourist traffic. Acqua alta (tidal flooding) occurs a few times each year. Local authority’s quick response times and the raising of temporary walkways means visitor safety is rarely compromised. Special sirens sound for if flooding waters. For assistance in an emergency, call 112.

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