Explore Venice and its islands with unlimited access to vaporetti, buses, trams, and trains—valid for a duration of your choice.
Explore Venice and its islands with unlimited access to vaporetti, buses, trams, and trains—valid for a duration of your choice.
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Quick access across Venice’s public transport network—ideal for short hops and transfers.
Quick access across Venice’s public transport network—ideal for short hops and transfers.
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5% off
Unlimited travel across Venice's ACTV network all day, plus skip-the-line access to Venice’s seat of power & art.
Unlimited travel across Venice's ACTV network all day, plus skip-the-line access to Venice’s seat of power & art.
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1-Day ACTV Transport Pass
Doge's Palace Tickets
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5% off
Unlimited access to Venice transport system for a full day with skip-the-line Basilica access.
Unlimited access to Venice transport system for a full day with skip-the-line Basilica access.
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1-Day ACTV Transport Pass
St. Mark's Basilica Tickets
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ACTV Pass
St. Mark's Basilica
St. Mark's Basilica
ACTV Pass
10% off
Smart-toolkit for Venice—skip the lines at the city’s top two sites and travel freely all day.
Smart-toolkit for Venice—skip the lines at the city’s top two sites and travel freely all day.
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1-Day ACTV Transport Pass
Doge's Palace Tickets
St. Mark's Basilica Tickets
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ACTV Pass
St. Mark's Basilica
Doge's Palace
St. Mark's Basilica
ACTV Pass
Doge's Palace
Affordable and scenic water taxi transfer between Marco Polo Airport and Venice city.
Affordable and scenic water taxi transfer between Marco Polo Airport and Venice city.
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Please click here for a detailed timetable.
Blue Line (Marco Polo Airport to Giudecca Stucky)
From Marco Polo Airport
Giudecca Stucky
Orange Line (Marco Polo Airport to Santa Maria del Giglio)
From Marco Polo Airport
From Santa Maria del Giglio
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St. Mark's Square
Get picked up and dropped off right at the south basin of this monumental square, filled with landmarks like the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's bell tower.
4.5 km
10 minutes
1
Murano Island
75 min
2 attractions
1 activities
1. Glass blowing demonstration
Included in price
Watch skilled artisans weaving magic through traditional glass-making methods passed down through generations.
2. Palazzo da Mula
This hidden villa turned cultural center on a sub-island of Murano offers a historic glimpse into Venetian opulence. Stop by for the Gothic façade, ornate arches, and serene canal views.
Nearby things to do
6 km
15 minutes
2
Burano Island
75 min
2 attractions
Stroll through the little island of Burano’s streets lined with colorful homes, delve into lace-making history, and stare at quirky architecture like the Leaning Bell Tower!
1. Church of Saint Martin Bishop
A church with a slanting bell tower located on Piazza Baldassarre Galuppi, the main square of Burano.
2. Colourful bricked house
Just a few doors down, find a technicolor assortment of bricks lined up to make this gorgeous addition to a vivid street.
2 km
5 minutes
3
Torcello
75 min
2 attractions
Torcello, the tranquil northern isle, offers panoramic lagoon views and historic allure. Discover Byzantine mosaics in the Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral, and tread the quaint Devil’s Bridge.
1. The Devil's Bridge
Despite the name, Ponte del Diavolo is a charming bridge reminding us that many Venetian bridges never had side rails!
2. Torcello Cathedral
The Church of Santa Maria Assunta, also known as Torcello Cathedral, is one of Veneto’s oldest religious structures, featuring some of the earliest mosaics in the region! It stands as a prime example of Late Paleochristian architecture.
10 km
30 minutes
4
St. Mark's Square
Santa Lucia Railway Station
Get picked up and dropped off right at Venice’s main railway station, located on the banks of the Grand Canal at the northern edge of the historic city.
3 km
20 minutes
1
Murano Island
75 min
2 attractions
1 activities
1. Glass blowing demonstration
Included in price
Watch skilled artisans weaving magic through traditional glass-making methods passed down through generations.
2. Palazzo da Mula
This hidden villa turned cultural center on a sub-island of Murano offers a historic glimpse into Venetian opulence. Stop by for the Gothic façade, ornate arches, and serene canal views.
Nearby things to do
6 km
15 minutes
2
Burano Island
75 min
2 attractions
Stroll through the little island of Burano’s streets lined with colorful homes, delve into lace-making history, and stare at quirky architecture like the Leaning Bell Tower!
1. Church of Saint Martin Bishop
A church with a slanting bell tower located on Piazza Baldassarre Galuppi, the main square of Burano.
2. Colourful bricked house
Just a few doors down, find a technicolor assortment of bricks lined up to make this gorgeous addition to a vivid street.
2 km
5 minutes
3
Torcello
75 min
2 attractions
Torcello, the tranquil northern isle, offers panoramic lagoon views and historic allure. Discover Byzantine mosaics in the Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral, and tread the quaint Devil’s Bridge.
1. The Devil's Bridge
Despite the name, Ponte del Diavolo is a charming bridge reminding us that many Venetian bridges never had side rails!
2. Torcello Cathedral
The Church of Santa Maria Assunta, also known as Torcello Cathedral, is one of Veneto’s oldest religious structures, featuring some of the earliest mosaics in the region! It stands as a prime example of Late Paleochristian architecture.
10 km
30 minutes
4
Santa Lucia Railway Station
Done-for-you day trip: 3 must-see islands, live glass demo & scenic lagoon cruising with round transfers.
Done-for-you day trip: 3 must-see islands, live glass demo & scenic lagoon cruising with round transfers.
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Mode of Transport
Description
Estimated cost
Vaporetto (Water Bus)
Affordable and efficient public transport with multiple routes across Venice and its islands.
€9.50 per ride / €25+ for day passes
Alilaguna (Airport Shuttle)
Direct transfer from Marco Polo Airport to city center, takes ~80 minutes to St. Mark’s Square.
€15 one-way / €27 round-trip
Water Taxis
The fastest and most direct way to get around but at a premium price.
€70+ per ride
Gondolas
A classic Venetian cultural experience, best for sightseeing rather than commuting.
~€90 for 30 mins (day), ~€110 (night)
Hop-on Hop-off Boats
A flexible sightseeing option covering major landmarks.
€25+ per day
Traghetto
A quick and cheap way to cross the Grand Canal, an alternative to gondolas.
~€2 per ride
Buses
Connects Venice with Mestre and the mainland, but not available in the historic center.
€1.50 per ride
People Mover
Automated shuttle for quick transfers between Tronchetto and Piazzale Roma.
€1.50 per ride
Venice has two main airports: Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Treviso Airport (TSF). Here’s how you can get from each to the city centre:
Distance to Venice: ~13 km (~8 miles)
🚍 By bus (Cheapest & quickest): ACTV Bus #5 (Aerobus) → Piazzale Roma (~20 mins, €10 one way); ATVO Express Bus → Piazzale Roma (~20 mins, €10 one way)
🚤 By water (Scenic Route): Alilaguna Water Bus (Blue, Orange, or Red Line) → Grand Canal, St. Mark’s Square (~1 hour, €15 one way); Private Water Taxi → Direct to your hotel (~30 mins, ~€120-150 for up to 4 people)
🚕 By taxi (Fastest but expensive): Land Taxi: ~€40 to Piazzale Roma (~20 mins); Water Taxi: ~€120-150 (Direct to destination)
💡 Tip: If you’re staying in the city centre, a water taxi or Alilaguna ferry drops you closer to your hotel than a bus.
📍 Distance to Venice: ~40 km (~25 miles)
🚍 By Bus (Best Budget Option)
🚖 By Taxi (Fastest but Costly)
💡 Tip: Buses are the most convenient and affordable way to reach Venice from Treviso Airport.
75-Minute ACTV Ticket
Quick hops or single transfers (e.g. city center ⇆ hotel)
75 min unlimited travel on vaporetti, buses, trams & People Mover across Venice, lagoon islands, Mestre & Marghera.
Upgrade mid-ride to a 1-Day ACTV Pass; add Venice Audio Guide
1-Day ACTV Pass
A full day of city as well as island-hopping
Unlimited travel on water buses, land buses, trams, People Mover & Trenitalia regional trains within Venice municipality for 1/2/3/7 days.
Add Venice city audio guide for history & culture
2-/3-/7-Day ACTV Pass
Extended stays or multi-day itineraries
All-day ACTV transport + skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace, Museo Correr, Archaeological Museum & Biblioteca Marciana.
Add Venice City Audio Guide for history & culture
1-Day Pass + Doge’s Palace
Deep-dive culture via Venice's best museums & 24 hrs of transit
All-day ACTV transport + skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica with flexible entry time.
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1-Day Pass + St. Mark’s Basilica
Venice's golden basilica with seamless full day travel
All-day ACTV transport + priority access to both St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace attractions.
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1-Day Pass + Doge’s Palace + Basilica
Perfect one-day Venice itinerary—seamless and great value for money
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Navigating Venice’s unique transport system is easier with the right apps! Here are some must-have apps to help you get around efficiently:
💡 Pro Tip: For Venice transport tickets, use AVM Venezia or CheBateo instead of waiting in line!
A. Vehicular movement is not allowed inside Venice. Inside the city, public transport is available in the form of water buses, Gondolas, and Traghetti. However, Venice is a walkable city. The best way to get around the city is on foot.
Absolutely! Vaporettos are Venice’s public water buses, used for daily transport. Gondolas are for scenic, short rides and cost around €80 for 30 minutes, while a Vaporetto ticket is €9.50—or much less with a travel pass.
You have three main options:
Vaporetto (Alilaguna Line): A scenic 60–75 min ride (€10–€15).
Bus (ACTV No. 5 or ATVO Express): A quick 20–30 min trip to Piazzale Roma (€10).
Water Taxi: Direct and comfortable, but expensive (€100–€150). Best for groups or those with heavy luggage.
Yes, but with limited service. The N Vaporetto Line runs every 30 minutes from Piazzale Roma. ACTV night buses also operate in Mestre, but some smaller islands may have no late-night service.
Walking is free and often the best way to explore! For water transport, a Vaporetto pass saves money if you’re taking multiple rides. Budget travelers can also use traghetto gondolas for short Grand Canal crossings (€2–€3).
No metro, but Venice has a tram line connecting Mestre to Piazzale Roma. Within the city, Vaporettos are the main mode of transport.
Buy tickets online or use automated kiosks at Vaporetto stops. ACTV passes can also be loaded onto a Venezia Unica card for quick tap-and-go access.
Children under 6 years old travel for free on ACTV buses and Vaporettos. For older kids, consider the Rolling Venice Card, which offers discounts for travelers aged 6–29.
No, Venice’s ACTV system does not accept contactless bank cards for direct tap-in payments. You must buy a ticket or pass in advance.
The Tram T1 and ACTV buses (Lines 4, 4L, 5, and 15) run frequently between Mestre and Piazzale Roma in Venice, taking 15–20 minutes.
Yes, Venice is well-connected by train, and you can use a Eurail Pass (for non-European residents) or an Interrail Pass (for European residents) to travel conveniently. Trenitalia and Italo operate frequent high-speed and regional trains to Venice, making it easy to reach the city from major destinations like Rome, Milan, and Florence. These passes offer flexible train travel across multiple countries, making them a great option for exploring Europe.