Venice Public Transport Tickets & Passes

Explore Venice and its islands with unlimited access to vaporetti, buses, trams, and trains—valid for a duration of your choice.

• Everything you get: Get unlimited access Venice’s ACTV transport network including water buses that connect Venice, Lido, Murano, Burano, and other lagoon islands. On the mainland, ride ACTV buses and trams, plus the People Mover to reach key hubs like Piazzale Roma and Tronchetto. Also includes Trenitalia’s regional and fast regional trains within the municipality—ideal for short hops between Mestre, Santa Lucia, and beyond.
• Why choose this: The most flexible way to explore Venice and beyond—cruise the Grand Canal, roam the mainland, or catch sunsets on Burano with unlimited rides across the city's entire transport network (except airport lines).
• Upgrades: Choose from 2-, 3-, or 7-day passes depending on the duration of your stay, or add a digital city audio guide to turn your commute into a self-paced tour.

Inclusions

• 1/2/3/7-day validity

• Access to unlimited ACTV Vaporetti (water buses) in Venice, Lido and lagoon islands

• Access to unlimited ACTV buses in Mestre, Marghera and mainland

• Access to Trenitalia regional (R & RV) trains within the Venice municipality.

Exclusions

• ACTV Services from/to Marco Polo Airport

• Routes no. 16, 19, 21, Casinò and Alilaguna lines

Quick access across Venice’s public transport network—ideal for short hops and transfers.

• Everything you get: Your ticket unlocks 75 minutes of unlimited access to Venice’s transport network: hop on ACTV vaporetti linking Venice, Lido, Murano, Burano, and other lagoon islands; ride ACTV buses and trams on the mainland; and use the People Mover between Piazzale Roma and Tronchetto. Perfect for quick trips in and around the city and its islands.
• Why choose this: Get instant, unlimited access to Venice public transport—perfect for quick trips, single-stop transfers (like hotel to train station), or short stays without paying a full-day pass.
• Upgrades: Extend your access with a 1-Day ACTV Pass for unlimited travel all day—no need to track time or worry about limits. Or add a digital audio guide to enjoy full-day transport plus engaging city insights on the go.

Inclusions

• ACTV ticket valid for 75 minutes from activation

• Access to ACTV Vaporetto in Venice, Lido, and lagoon islands

• Access to ACTV land buses within Venice mainland, Mestre, and Marghera; Trams within Venice and Mestre; People Mover (connecting Piazzale Roma to the Tronchetto parking area).

• 1-day ACTV public transport pass (as per option selected)

• Audio guide (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• ACTV Services from/to Marco Polo Airport

• Routes 16 and Alilaguna lines

• Private water taxis or other non-ACTV transport services

Unlimited travel across Venice's ACTV network all day, plus skip-the-line access to Venice’s seat of power & art.

• Everything you get at ACTV Day Pass: With 24-hour access to ACTV water buses and land transport (buses, trams, PeopleMover & regional trains), you can move freely across Venice, its lagoon islands like Murano and Burano, the Lido, and the mainland—without the hassle of separate tickets. Hop on and off at major attractions, neighborhood, and even your stay, without thinking twice.
• Everything you get at Doge’s Palace: Skip the lines and head straight into the Doge’s Palace, where Venice’s power and politics come to life. Walk through opulent halls, the famous Bridge of Sighs, and the eerie prisons. Also, includes entry to Museo Correr, the Archaeological Museum, and the monumental rooms of Biblioteca Marciana—for a complete cultural experience.
• Why choose: This combo is your perfect one-day Venice plan. Take an early morning vaporetto or bus to the Doge’s Palace, skip the ticket lines, and island/city-hop all day, stress-free.

Inclusions 1-Day ACTV Transport Pass

• 1-day validity from validation
• Access to unlimited ACTV Vaporetti (water buses) in Venice, Lido and lagoon islands
• Access to ACTV land buses within Venice mainland, Mestre, and Marghera; Trams within Venice and Mestre; People Mover (connecting Piazzale Roma to the Tronchetto parking area).
• Access to Trenitalia regional (R & RV) trains within the Venice municipality.

Doge's Palace Tickets

• Skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace
• Access to Museo Correr
• Access to the Archaeological Museum
• Access to Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana

Exclusions

• Guided tour of Doge’s Palace and other attractions
  • Hotel transfers
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Additional transport beyond the included ACTV ticket

Affordable & scenic water taxi transfer between Marco Polo Airport and Venice City.

• Everything you get: Glide from Marco Polo Airport to Venice on a shared water bus, enjoying breathtaking views of the lagoon on three frequent routes. Choose one‑way or round‑trip (your return ticket is valid for up to 30 days) & disembark at your hotel or the nearest drop‑off point within 2 hours.
• Why choose this: Forget crowded road shuttles & airport taxi queues and glimpse of Venice’s floating-city charm from the comfort of your seat.

Inclusions

• One-way/round-trip water bus transfers to/from Marco Polo Airport & Venice City

• Access to Blue, Orange, and Red Lines

• Luggage space for 1 suitcase & 1 carry-on

Exclusions

• Not valid on ACTV Vaporetto or land buses

Please click here for detailed route maps and timetables.

Blue Line From Marco Polo Airport to the Railway Station

• First water bus: 5:20am
• Last water bus: 12:20am
• Frequency: Every 30 to 60 minutes

From the Railway Station to Marco Polo Airport

• First water bus: 8:20am
• Last water bus: 9:20pm
• Frequency: Every 30 minutes

Orange Line From Marco Polo Airport to Santa Maria del Giglio

• First water bus: 8:35am
• Last water bus: 11:05 pm
• Frequency: Every 30 minutes

From Santa Maria del Giglio to Marco Polo Airport

• First water bus: 6:15am
• Last water bus: 7:15pm
• Frequency: Every 30 minutes

Red Line* From Marco Polo Airport to San Marco Giardinetti

• First water bus: 8:50am
• Last water bus: 5:15pm
• Frequency: Every 60 to 85 minutes

From San Marco Giardinetti to Marco Polo Airport

• First water bus: 7:21am
• Last water bus: 3:45pm
• Frequency: Every 60 to 80 minutes

* Please note that the Red Line is seasonal and only operates in summer, from April to November.

What to Bring

• Luggage within the allowed limit (1 suitcase + 1 carry-on per person).

What’s not allowed

• Extra luggage beyond the allowance (additional fees apply).
• Multiple pets or pets not inside a suitable carrier.

Accessibility

• These water buses are not wheelchair accessible.

Additional Information

• Your tickets are valid for one year from the date of purchase.
• Round-trip tickets must be kept securely and used within 30 days from the date of first validation.
• In case of fog or bad weather, service may switch to a car transfer to Piazzale Roma.
• Service staff is available at Desk 71 (Marco Polo Airport, first floor).

Save up to an hour with fast-track entry to Venice's lagoon-facing icon. Get a complimentary 3-museum access.

• Everything you get: Bypass ticket queues and step inside Venice’s former halls of power, where vast frescoed ceilings and canvases like Tintoretto’s Il Paradiso and Veronese’s Apotheosis of Venice await. From the Gothic Porta della Carta, admire views over St. Mark’s Square and the lagoon, then continue your journey with access to Museo Correr’s neoclassical treasures, the Archaeological Museum’s rare antiquities, and the grand Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana.
• Why choose: Budget-friendly? Check. Enables independent exploration? Check. This is the most convenient way to experience the palace. With a single ticket, explore three extra museums that comprehensively showcase how Venice projected influence through art, culture, scholarship, and classical heritage.
• Upgrades: Tune into an immersive audio guide to enjoy expert context, stories, and hidden details at your own pace.

Inclusions

• Skip-the-line entry to Doge's Palace

• Access to Correr Museum

• Access to the Archaeological Museum

• Access to Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana

• Digital audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, German, or Italian (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Access to the Doge's Palace prisons

• Live guide

• Hotel transfers

What to bring

• Pre-downloaded audio guide app with headphones (if audio guide option is availed)
• ID for ticket validation

What's not allowed

• Pets
• Flash photography

Additional information

• When you book your tickets, keep in mind that entry to Doge's Palace is valid only for the date selected at the time of purchase.
• For the other museums, the pass is valid for 6 months from the date of your Doge’s Palace visit.
• All three museums must be visited on the same day since they are interconnected and part of one large building.

Scenic day tour to all three lagoon islands—with live glassblowing demo and easy boat transfers.

• Day out to Murano, Burano, and Torcello on a well-curated full-day motorboat tour from St. Mark’s Square or Venice Railway Station—for the most convenient start to your day, with round‑trip transfers on a shared lagoon cruiser.
• You’ll get multilingual on‑board assistance, lagoon commentary, and a 30‑minute live glassblowing demo in Murano, plus free time to wander, shop, or sip a spritz on each island.
• Murano & Burano: Watch master artisans shape molten glass and explore Burano’s rainbow‑bright alleys and lace boutiques.
• Torcello: Stroll the quiet streets of Torcello, if possible, visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and Attila’s Throne.

Inclusions

• Visit to Murano, Burano, and Torcello islands

• Round-trip motorboat transfer from St. Mark's Square or Venice Railway Station (as per option selected)

• Glass-blowing demonstration at a Murano glass factory

• Multilingual assistance on board (English, German, Spanish, French, Italian)

Super saver Venice combo – 2-day unlimited Vaporetto & bus access, plus fast-track entry to top museums.

• Glide through Venice, Lido, and the lagoon islands with 2-day unlimited access to ACTV water buses.
• Explore beyond the canals – travel seamlessly across Mestre, Marghera, and the mainland with unlimited ACTV bus access.
• Skip the lines at Doge’s Palace! Walk right into Venice’s grandest landmark, once the seat of the Venetian Republic.
• Also enjoy access to Museo Correr, the Archaeological Museum, and the Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana.
• No multiple tickets needed—experience the best of Venice seamlessly with one all-access pass!

Inclusions Venice ACTV Water Bus Pass

• 2-day access to ACTV Vaporetti(Water-buses) in Venice, Lido and lagoon islands

• 2-day access to ACTV Buses in Mestre, Marghera and mainland

** Venice Museum Pass with Fast-Track Tickets to Doge's Palace**

• Skip-the-line tickets to Doge’s Palace

• Entry to Museo Correr

• Entry to Archaeological Museum

• Entry to Monumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Marciana

Venice ACTV Water Bus Pass

• Tip: You can travel to any place in Venice, Lido, Mestre, and Marghera with this ticket.
• Validity tickets must be validated before boarding ACTV public transport. The validity of ACTV Tickets and Travelcards starts from the exact moment they are first validated.
• Transport of one luggage piece the three dimensions of which must not exceed the sum of 150 cm.

Venice Museum Pass with Fast-Track Tickets to Doge's Palace

• Tip: Keep a check for temporary exhibitions and events held throughout the year at all the three museums.
• The Venice Pass is valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
• The pass is activated when you use it at the first attraction and is valid for consecutive days.
• Note that the tickets can be used from 12pm onwards only due to anti-queue containment measures.

Get the full Venice transport package with airport transfers and unlimited Vaporetto & buses.

• Everything you get with Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers: Opt for a one-way or round-trip water bus transfer between Marco Polo Airport and Venice City. You’ll glide down three picturesque routes and reach your destination in less than 2 hours.
• Everything you get with ACTV Water Bus & Mainland Bus Pass: Choose from 1/2/3/7-day options and see the best of Venice with access to unlimited water bus rides across Lido and the lagoon islands. You can also use the mainland bus pass to explore Mestre and Marghera.
• Why choose this combo: Avoid public transportation hassles and skip long queues by gliding down Venetian waterways and land routes with one pass.

Inclusions Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers

• One-way/round-trip water bus transfers to/from Marco Polo Airport & Venice City

• Access to Blue, Orange, and Red Lines

• Luggage space for 1 suitcase & 1 carry-on

Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus & Mainland Bus Pass

• Validity: 1/2/3/7 days

• Unlimited use of ACTV Vaporetti (water buses) in Venice, Lido and lagoon islands

• Unlimited use of ACTV Buses in Mestre, Marghera and mainland

Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers Please click here for detailed route maps and timetables.

Blue Line From Marco Polo Airport to the Railway Station

• First water bus: 5:20am
• Last water bus: 12:20am
• Frequency: Every 30 to 60 minutes

From the Railway Station to Marco Polo Airport

• First water bus: 8:20am
• Last water bus: 9:20pm
• Frequency: Every 30 minutes

Orange Line From Marco Polo Airport to Santa Maria del Giglio

• First water bus: 8:35am
• Last water bus: 11:05 pm
• Frequency: Every 30 minutes

From Santa Maria del Giglio to Marco Polo Airport

• First water bus: 6:15am
• Last water bus: 7:15pm
• Frequency: Every 30 minutes

Red Line* From Marco Polo Airport to San Marco Giardinetti

• First water bus: 8:50am
• Last water bus: 5:15pm
• Frequency: Every 60 to 85 minutes

From San Marco Giardinetti to Marco Polo Airport

• First water bus: 7:21am
• Last water bus: 3:45pm
• Frequency: Every 60 to 80 minutes

* Please note that the Red Line is seasonal and only operates in summer, from April to November.

What to Bring

Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers

• Luggage within the allowed limit (1 suitcase + 1 carry-on per person).

What’s not allowed

Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers

• Extra luggage beyond the allowance (additional fees apply).
• Multiple pets or pets not inside a suitable carrier.

Accessibility

Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers

• These water buses are not wheelchair accessible.

Additional Information

Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers

• Your tickets are valid for one year from the date of purchase.
• One-way tickets are valid only for one single-way journey. You can either travel to the airport or from the airport.
• Round-trip tickets must be kept securely and used within 30 days from the date of first validation.
• In case of fog or bad weather, service may switch to a car transfer to Piazzale Roma.
• Service staff is available at Desk 71 (Marco Polo Airport, first floor).

Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus & Mainland Bus Pass

• Tickets must be validated before boarding ACTV public transport.
• You can use your pass anytime within 24 months from the date of purchase.
• Your validity period begins upon first use of the pass. Once validated, you can use your pass for the number of days selected during purchase.

Hop on this private water taxi transfer and ride to/from Marco Polo Airport and your hotel.

• Everything you get: Shuttle with ease between Marco Polo Airport and hotels along the Grand Canal & Hilton Stucky on these private one-way water-taxi transfers. Pick a day or night transfer, hop on board with eight bags of luggage and up to six friends, and speed to your destination within 40 to 60 minutes.
• Why choose this: Avoid traffic blocks and crowds, and glide through Venetian canals in privacy, style, and comfort.

Inclusions

• Private one-way water taxi transfer between Marco Polo Airport and hotels located along the Grand Canal & Hilton Stucky

• Day or night transfer

• Small group tour of 1-6 guests

• Designated meeting points for less-accessible hotels

• Ample space for 8 pieces of luggage

• Spanish, English, German, and French-speaking ground staff at Desk 71 at Marco Polo Airport

Private transfer from Marco Polo Airport to Venice City By day

• First water taxi: 7am
• Last water taxi: 9pm

By night

• First water taxi: 9pm
• Last water taxi: 7am

Private transfer from Venice City to Marco Polo Airport By day

• First water taxi: 9am
• Last water taxi: 10pm

By night

• First water taxi: 10pm
• Last water taxi: 9am

Note:

• For hotels along the inner canals that are less accessible, a convenient meeting point will be arranged within walking distance of your hotel.

Accessibility

• Require special accommodations for your disability? Rest assured, as you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.

Additional Information

• Please add your flight details and hotel name at the final stage of your booking.
• If you're staying at the JW Marriott - Isola delle Rose, please note that there is an extra charge of 20 Euros per ride, which you will be asked to pay upon arrival.
• Some hotels along the canals can only be reached directly when the tide conditions are favorable. These hotels include Hotel All'Angelo, Ad Place, Bonvecchiati, Bonvecchiati Palace, Ca' Del Campo, Ca' Dei Conti, Ca' D'Oro, Canaletto, Cavaletto, Casa Verardo, Centauro, Citta' di Milano, Colombina, La Fenice Et Des Artistes, and San Marco Palace.
• The water taxi pier is only 800 meters away from the airport terminal. You can easily walk this distance in a few minutes.