Avg highs 18°C / 64°F; expect mild days and breezy nights
What to eat in Venice in October: Seasonal delicacies
October brings a welcome calm to Venice. The cruise crowds have thinned, the air is crisp, and the city’s cultural calendar kicks in. With moderate temps and a packed exhibition scene, it's the perfect time for long walks, glassy canal photos, and gallery-hopping without the rush. Just pack layers—acqua alta (high tide) might pay a visit late in the month.
Download an “acqua alta” alert app—flooding often begins mid-October, especially in low-lying areas like San Marco.
Book Design Week events early; some require pre-registration even for free entries.
Carry waterproof shoes or covers—puddle depth varies fast across bridges.
Skip San Marco’s midday lines by entering before 9 am or after 4 pm.
Many museums have shorter hours post-summer—always check the last entry time.
Try aperitivo at 6 pm; locals swap spritz gossip before heading home.
Cannaregio shines at dusk—plan your evening stroll there, not near the Grand Canal.
Sunday schedules for water buses may change—double-check before island-hopping.
It’s cool but not cold—expect highs around 18°C / 64°F, with light rain or chilly evenings.
Yes, especially mid-to-late month. Carry waterproof shoes and check acqua alta alerts daily.
Yes, but hours shorten after summer. Always check official websites for last entry times.
Layered clothes, closed shoes, and a waterproof jacket or umbrella. Add a scarf for chilly mornings.
Not really—October is shoulder season, so it’s much calmer than summer or Carnival.
Absolutely. Shorter lines and quieter canals make October one of the better times.
Yes—Venice Design Week and the Venice Marathon. Both are popular, so book accommodations early.
Not recommended—it’s too cold, and beach areas like the Lido start to close for the season.
Mostly yes, but high tides can disrupt stops near San Marco. Use the AVM Venezia app for updates.
Bitter red radicchio from nearby Treviso finds its peak in autumn. Folded into creamy risotto, it’s comforting and seasonal.
Where to eat: Osteria Giorgione da MASA, Cannaregio
Whipped salted cod spread on grilled polenta—a classic autumn cicchetto found in bacari throughout Venice.
Where to eat: Cantina Do Mori, near Rialto
Fresh porcini mushrooms are October’s earthy highlight, especially tossed with wide tagliatelle in a butter-sage sauce.
Where to eat: Trattoria Antiche Carampane, San Polo
Savory pumpkin fritters pop up in fall. Crunchy outside, soft inside—perfect with wine or as a pre-dinner snack.
Where to eat: Osteria al Mascaron, Castello
