Venice Water Bus Tickets

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Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venices Grand Canal with passengers onboard
ACTV water bus on Venice's Grand Canal approaching Rialto Bridge.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venice canals.
Aerial view of Doge's Palace in Venice with boats navigating the Grand Canal.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
View of Castello and San Marco from a vaporetto on Venice's Grand Canal.
water bus cruising through Venice's Grand Canal with historic buildings in view.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venices Grand Canal with passengers onboard
ACTV water bus on Venice's Grand Canal approaching Rialto Bridge.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venice canals.
Aerial view of Doge's Palace in Venice with boats navigating the Grand Canal.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
View of Castello and San Marco from a vaporetto on Venice's Grand Canal.
water bus cruising through Venice's Grand Canal with historic buildings in view.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venices Grand Canal with passengers onboard
ACTV water bus on Venice's Grand Canal approaching Rialto Bridge.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venice canals.
Aerial view of Doge's Palace in Venice with boats navigating the Grand Canal.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
View of Castello and San Marco from a vaporetto on Venice's Grand Canal.
water bus cruising through Venice's Grand Canal with historic buildings in view.
4.6(10,884)

Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus & Mainland Bus Pass: 1 to 7 Days

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€25
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Flexible duration

Get unlimited rides on water bus and land buses for up to 7 days.

  • Skip the ticket queues—redeem and activate your pass in seconds at a kiosk or ticket machine.
  • Enjoy unlimited rides, no stress! Hop on and off Vaporetti and ACTV buses around Venice, Mestre, and Marghera.
  • Reach islands like Murano, Burano, and Torcello easily and affordably.
  • Travel on your terms. Choose from 1, 2, 3, or 7-day passes that fit your needs.

Get unlimited rides on water bus and land buses for up to 7 days.

  • Skip the ticket queues—redeem and activate your pass in seconds at a kiosk or ticket machine.
  • Enjoy unlimited rides, no stress! Hop on and off Vaporetti and ACTV buses around Venice, Mestre, and Marghera.
  • Reach islands like Murano, Burano, and Torcello easily and affordably.
  • Travel on your terms. Choose from 1, 2, 3, or 7-day passes that fit your needs.

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

Exclusions

  • ACTV Services from/to Marco Polo Airport
  • Routes no. 16, 19, 21, Casinò and Alilaguna lines
  • Make sure your ticket is stamped each time you board a Vaporetto or bus to avoid fines.
  • Be prepared for some delays, especially during busy peak hours and high seasons.
  • You can bring up to three pieces as long as the total dimensions don’t exceed 150 cm.
  • Children under 6 travel for free—no ticket needed!
  • The voucher comes with a unique PNR code. You can collect your pass by simply entering the PNR code at any of the ACTV automatic ticket machines or at one of the Points of Sale and Collection spots.
  • The pass is valid for the number of days you selected and starts from the moment they are validated.
  • You can use your pass anytime within 24 months from the date of purchase.
  • ACTV/AVM validity period starts when the ticket is used for the first time once purchased.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Cavallera
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Arrived in Venice picked up the tickets directly at the totem in a few minutes and started the beautiful adventure between Venice, Burano and Murano. 😍😍😍

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Herbert
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

Very nice vacation in Venice. It was fun to explore the city. And taking the vaporetto back. Gastronomy with food and drink top👍 and also the people are very friendly (only the pickpockets are not).

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Hans
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

We were also in Venice last year = without a ticket. We were very mobile and independent thanks to Vaparetto. It was worth it, we enjoyed Venice

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Martine
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Super organized and very friendly staff. Top cost-effective solution for a visit to Venice, even the journey to the island is an experience!

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Franck
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very well organized Friendly, attentive staff

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Sigrid
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

very helpful staff for an elderly lady! I enjoyed many rides during my stay in Venice

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Jana
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Everything was easy, staff were friebdly😘

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Leslie
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

The convenience of it and how easy it was to purchase the passes

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Philip
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5

Well, unlike public transport where I live in the UK it was frequent, reliable and turned up on time!

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Theresia
Jan 2025Verified booking
5/5

Short waiting times, friendly staff, good signage.

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Susanne
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

The means of transportation (bus, Vapiretto) were very reliable and punctual. However, 15 euros per day and person for a day ticket is too high a price.

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Daniela
Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

Vaporettos filled with people, hardly breathing. The ticket prices too high, for the quality of transportation. The staff, friendly and knowledgeable.

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RICHARD
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very simple to redeem tickets. Go to the machine by the vaporeto station, enter the code given when you buy the tix and the passes are redeemed. Second time we use them with no problem. Great.

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Colin
Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

Hello, too many long waits at the poorly organized vaporettos. Concerning the return trip with ATVO, if the ticket inspector had looked at our ticket he would have noticed that we were on the wrong bus. Instead of taking the bus to San Marco airport, we went to Treviso and missed our plane.

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Anke
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

Registration for several people is easier than a single registration per person. You just need to know where to find a machine to print out the tickets. The description of how to obtain the cards is a little poor. You only know how to do it once you've done it before.

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Jason
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very good way to get around. You just need to look at the drop offs and see which way your water bus should be going to get you there sooner. Ask person when you get on if in doubt. Bus 1 stops at most stops and bus2 is more of expressway with less stops.

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Bauer
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

A dream place to live in Venice. Everything is within easy reach and not too expensive compared to the other prices. You can go island hopping every day :)

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Elisabetta
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

The vaporetto is the best way to get around Venice and with this pass we had no problems whatsoever. An expense I would definitely do again.

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Jason
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

The tickets were easy to purchase and print at a kiosk. Using the water taxi is efficient and fun. Cruising through the grand canal is very scenic. Appreciate using Headout to purchase in advance!

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Peter
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

We ordered Vaporetto 7 days online and received the code. At the ticket machine at the Canale Grande we entered the code on the screen and received both tickets immediately. Negative: because of the sun and the screen was too deep, it was not possible to get on and off.

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Maria
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very simple and uncomplicated form of public transport! Always worked very well, great frequency, never had to wait long.

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Wendy
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

As we stayed in a hotel outside of Venice, we were able to use this on the bus and tram to get in and out of Venice, then on the waterbuses to go around Venice and get some amazing pictures. We able to navigate ourselves to Burano which is a must. Very useful for jumping on waterbuses just to rest your feet from all the walking. Overall good value for money we definitely made the most of having these tickets.

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Gualterio
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

The actual purchase at the vending machine is very difficult because of the small font and the sun on the screen. But then using the vaporetti was an absolute pleasure!

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Martino
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Simple Easy Fast Reservation code sent in the email, ticket machine outside the station, entered code and printed bigletti. Unlimited use of waterbuses.

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Jürgen
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

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Venice ACTV water bus cruising with historic buildings in background.
Vaporetto navigating Grand Canal in Venice, Italy.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising near Rialto Bridge in Venice.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venice canals.
Venice Vaporetto passing Doge's Palace with panoramic view of the Canal.
Passengers on Venice ACTV water bus with view of Grand Canal and historic buildings
Venice ACTV Water Bus cruising past historic buildings on the Grand Canal.
Venice ACTV Water Bus cruising on the Grand Canal with historic Venetian buildings in the background.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising with historic buildings in background.
Vaporetto navigating Grand Canal in Venice, Italy.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising near Rialto Bridge in Venice.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venice canals.
Venice Vaporetto passing Doge's Palace with panoramic view of the Canal.
Passengers on Venice ACTV water bus with view of Grand Canal and historic buildings
Venice ACTV Water Bus cruising past historic buildings on the Grand Canal.
Venice ACTV Water Bus cruising on the Grand Canal with historic Venetian buildings in the background.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising with historic buildings in background.
Vaporetto navigating Grand Canal in Venice, Italy.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising near Rialto Bridge in Venice.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venice canals.
Venice Vaporetto passing Doge's Palace with panoramic view of the Canal.
Passengers on Venice ACTV water bus with view of Grand Canal and historic buildings
Venice ACTV Water Bus cruising past historic buildings on the Grand Canal.
Venice ACTV Water Bus cruising on the Grand Canal with historic Venetian buildings in the background.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
3.9(1,049)

Venice ACTV 75-Minute Ticket

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€9.50
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Mobile ticket
1 hr. 15 min.

A flexible 75-minute ticket to ACTV transport across Venice, Mestre, and Marghera.

  • Hop on and off ACTV water buses, land buses, trams, and the People Mover within 75 minutes from validation.
  • No rush to use your ticket— buy now and redeem anytime within 24 months, making it ideal for both planners and spontaneous travelers.
  • Skip the hassle of buying tickets on the spot—redeem at a kiosk or machine and hop aboard stress-free.

A flexible 75-minute ticket to ACTV transport across Venice, Mestre, and Marghera.

  • Hop on and off ACTV water buses, land buses, trams, and the People Mover within 75 minutes from validation.
  • No rush to use your ticket— buy now and redeem anytime within 24 months, making it ideal for both planners and spontaneous travelers.
  • Skip the hassle of buying tickets on the spot—redeem at a kiosk or machine and hop aboard stress-free.

Inclusions

  • ACTV ticket valid for 75 minutes from activation
  • Access to ACTV Vaporetto (water buses) in Venice, Lido, and lagoon islands; ACTV land buses within Venice, Mestre, and Marghera; Trams within Venice and Mestre; People Mover (connecting Piazzale Roma to the Tronchetto parking area).

Exclusions

  • ACTV Services from/to Marco Polo Airport
  • Routes 16 and Alilaguna lines
  • Private water taxis or other non-ACTV transport services
  • Your ticket is valid for 75 minutes from activation, allowing unlimited transfers on ACTV water buses, land buses, trams, and the People Mover within Venice, Mestre, and Marghera.
  • Redeem before boarding – Enter the PNR code printed on your voucher at an ACTV kiosk or machine to get your ticket.
  • Children under six travel free. Wheelchair users pay a reduced fare of €1.50, with free entry for their carers (available at ticket points).
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Daniela
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

Yes, everything went well,although I was not able to "endorse" the ticket with my cell phone

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Frédéric
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

Convenient, I just hadn't understood that the La Fenice theater was not included in this ticket but just the audio guide for this tour....

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Nicole
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Easy to confirm the code but since we need to go to a machine to validate the ticket there really isn't any point to the pre-purchase. You can just purchase a ticket at the machine.

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Roberto
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

The convenience of booking the ticket still on the train before arriving

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Juan
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Great, very easy to get a ticket, little wait with all the people sightseeing in Venice. We will repeat.

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Giovanni
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

clear and quick experience. it would be even quicker to be able to directly approach the cell phone to the turnstile reader

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Cinzia
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

Great everything perfect . To be repeated

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MABILLE
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

arrival by boat in the Grand Canal and practicality

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Melanie
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Lovely way to arrive in Venice

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andrei
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very simple to use and to find some nice attractions.

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Sivert
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

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Peter
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

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Robert
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

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Chevallier
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

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Ermanno
Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

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Georgi
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

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ALBERTINELLI
Apr 2025Verified booking
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Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

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3/5

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Mar 2025Verified booking
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5/5

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Mar 2025Verified booking
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Mar 2025Verified booking
3/5

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Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

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Alilaguna and Vaporetto ACTV water buses on Venice's Grand Canal.
Young woman on water bus with Venice cityscape in background.
Venice water bus ferrying passengers from Marco Polo Airport to Venice city.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background.
ACTV water bus navigating the Grand Canal in Venice with historic buildings in the background.
ACTV buses in Mestre and Marghera, Venice
Alilaguna and Vaporetto ACTV water buses on Venice's Grand Canal.
Young woman on water bus with Venice cityscape in background.
Venice water bus ferrying passengers from Marco Polo Airport to Venice city.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background.
ACTV water bus navigating the Grand Canal in Venice with historic buildings in the background.
ACTV buses in Mestre and Marghera, Venice
Alilaguna and Vaporetto ACTV water buses on Venice's Grand Canal.
Young woman on water bus with Venice cityscape in background.
Venice water bus ferrying passengers from Marco Polo Airport to Venice city.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background.
ACTV water bus navigating the Grand Canal in Venice with historic buildings in the background.
ACTV buses in Mestre and Marghera, Venice
4.5(12,872)

Combo: Alilaguna Water Bus Airport Transfers + Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus Pass & Mainland Bus Tickets

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€43
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Transfers included

Complete and cost-effective Venice transport package—airport transfer with unlimited Vaporetto & buses.

  • Skip the stress and hop on the Alilaguna water bus for a scenic transfer from Marco Polo Airport to Venice.
  • Travel like a local with unlimited rides on ACTV water buses in Venice, Lido, and lagoon islands.
  • Get unlimited bus rides in Mestre & Marghera, perfect for venturing beyond the canals.
  • Choose from 1, 2, 3, or 7-day options to match your travel plans.

Complete and cost-effective Venice transport package—airport transfer with unlimited Vaporetto & buses.

  • Skip the stress and hop on the Alilaguna water bus for a scenic transfer from Marco Polo Airport to Venice.
  • Travel like a local with unlimited rides on ACTV water buses in Venice, Lido, and lagoon islands.
  • Get unlimited bus rides in Mestre & Marghera, perfect for venturing beyond the canals.
  • Choose from 1, 2, 3, or 7-day options to match your travel plans.

Inclusions

Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers

  • One-way or round-trip water bus transfers between Marco Polo Airport to Venice City

Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus Pass & Mainland Bus Tickets

  • 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

Exclusions

Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus Pass & Mainland Bus Tickets

  • ACTV Services from/to Marco Polo Airport, routes no. 16, 19, 21, Casinò and Alilaguna lines

Blue Line

  • First Water Bus: 5:20am
  • Last Water Bus: 12:20am
  • Frequency: 30mins

Click here for the map route.

Red Line

  • First Water Bus: 8:50am
  • Last Water Bus: 3:55pm
  • Frequency: 30mins

Click here for the map route.

Orange Line

  • First Water Bus: 8:50am
  • Last Water Bus: 11:35pm
  • Frequency: 30mins

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Alilaguna Water Bus Transfers

  • Tip: Make friends with fellow passengers and get insider tips about Venice from the locals.
  • This ticket does not have an expiry date and can be used on any date after purchase.
  • The ticket is valid only for one single-way journey. You can travel either to the airport or from the airport with this one-way ticket.
  • Please note that the Red Line is not active during winter.
  • Children of 6 years and below do not require a ticket.

Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus Pass & Mainland Bus Tickets

  • Tip: The lesser-known islands of Venice await you on the route. Keep your camera handy to capture the charming spots.
  • 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.
  • Included in the price of the ticket is the transport of 1 luggage piece, the three dimensions of which must not exceed the sum of 150cm.
  • Please expect delays during peak hours and high seasons.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Markos
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

It was my first visit to Venice, and I truly appreciated that my first impression of the city came from the sea. Traveling with Alilaguna allowed me to admire the beauty of Venice right from the water — a unique and unforgettable way to arrive. The service was punctual and reliable, respecting the time schedule both on my arrival and my departure. That made the whole transfer to and from the airport smooth and stress-free. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a scenic and efficient connection between Marco Polo Airport and the city of Ven

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Cavallera
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Arrived in Venice picked up the tickets directly at the totem in a few minutes and started the beautiful adventure between Venice, Burano and Murano. 😍😍😍

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Herbert
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

Very nice vacation in Venice. It was fun to explore the city. And taking the vaporetto back. Gastronomy with food and drink top👍 and also the people are very friendly (only the pickpockets are not).

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Hans
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

We were also in Venice last year = without a ticket. We were very mobile and independent thanks to Vaparetto. It was worth it, we enjoyed Venice

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Martine
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Super organized and very friendly staff. Top cost-effective solution for a visit to Venice, even the journey to the island is an experience!

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Karin
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5

Everything went smoothly. The route was well signposted at the airport with 'Water Transport', exchanging the voucher for tickets was easy and I was able to board the bus immediately. The trip into the lagoon went straight to St. Mark's Square. There is no better way to start your trip to Venice. Everyone was polite and very friendly.

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Franck
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very well organized Friendly, attentive staff

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Sigrid
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

very helpful staff for an elderly lady! I enjoyed many rides during my stay in Venice

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Jana
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Everything was easy, staff were friebdly😘

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Leslie
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

The convenience of it and how easy it was to purchase the passes

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SOFIA
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5

Everything was perfectly organized.

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Philip
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5

Well, unlike public transport where I live in the UK it was frequent, reliable and turned up on time!

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Andrea
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5

Easy to find, on time, pleasant staff at ticket office and on the water bus. Comfortable transfer .

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Theresia
Jan 2025Verified booking
5/5

Short waiting times, friendly staff, good signage.

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Susanne
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

The means of transportation (bus, Vapiretto) were very reliable and punctual. However, 15 euros per day and person for a day ticket is too high a price.

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Daniela
Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

Vaporettos filled with people, hardly breathing. The ticket prices too high, for the quality of transportation. The staff, friendly and knowledgeable.

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RICHARD
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very simple to redeem tickets. Go to the machine by the vaporeto station, enter the code given when you buy the tix and the passes are redeemed. Second time we use them with no problem. Great.

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Colin
Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

Hello, too many long waits at the poorly organized vaporettos. Concerning the return trip with ATVO, if the ticket inspector had looked at our ticket he would have noticed that we were on the wrong bus. Instead of taking the bus to San Marco airport, we went to Treviso and missed our plane.

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Katja
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Uncomplicated handling, contrary to what is stated in the description. It was not necessary to print out the booking. We got our tickets at the counter by showing our online booking. The staff on site and on the boat were friendly throughout. The trip was perfect

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Anke
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

Registration for several people is easier than a single registration per person. You just need to know where to find a machine to print out the tickets. The description of how to obtain the cards is a little poor. You only know how to do it once you've done it before.

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Jason
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very good way to get around. You just need to look at the drop offs and see which way your water bus should be going to get you there sooner. Ask person when you get on if in doubt. Bus 1 stops at most stops and bus2 is more of expressway with less stops.

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Bauer
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

A dream place to live in Venice. Everything is within easy reach and not too expensive compared to the other prices. You can go island hopping every day :)

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Elisabetta
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

The vaporetto is the best way to get around Venice and with this pass we had no problems whatsoever. An expense I would definitely do again.

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Jason
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

The tickets were easy to purchase and print at a kiosk. Using the water taxi is efficient and fun. Cruising through the grand canal is very scenic. Appreciate using Headout to purchase in advance!

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Peter
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

We ordered Vaporetto 7 days online and received the code. At the ticket machine at the Canale Grande we entered the code on the screen and received both tickets immediately. Negative: because of the sun and the screen was too deep, it was not possible to get on and off.

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St. Mark's Basilica and Doge Palace viewed from a Venice water bus.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venice canals.
Doge's Palace exterior with tourists in Venice, Italy.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising near Rialto Bridge in Venice.
Aerial view of Doge's Palace in Venice with boats navigating the Grand Canal.
St. Mark's Basilica venice in the evening
Visitor admiring artwork inside Doge’s Palace during Venice tour with St. Mark’s Basilica visit.
Interiors of Biblioteca Marciana with ornate ceiling and grand columns, Venice, Italy.
St. Mark's Basilica and Doge Palace viewed from a Venice water bus.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
Guests on Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising through Venice canals.
Doge's Palace exterior with tourists in Venice, Italy.
Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising near Rialto Bridge in Venice.
Aerial view of Doge's Palace in Venice with boats navigating the Grand Canal.
St. Mark's Basilica venice in the evening
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Interiors of Biblioteca Marciana with ornate ceiling and grand columns, Venice, Italy.
St. Mark's Basilica and Doge Palace viewed from a Venice water bus.
Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising along the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings in view.
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Doge's Palace exterior with tourists in Venice, Italy.
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Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising near Rialto Bridge in Venice.
Aerial view of Doge's Palace in Venice with boats navigating the Grand Canal.
St. Mark's Basilica venice in the evening
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Interiors of Biblioteca Marciana with ornate ceiling and grand columns, Venice, Italy.
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Combo (Save 5%): 1-Way ACTV Water Bus + Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Museums Tickets

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Ultimate shortcut to the St. Mark's Square's best museums and quick transport.

  • Take a seamless ride on the ACTV Water Bus before exploring the legendary Doge's Palace and three other museums in St. Mark's Square.
  • 75 minutes of Venice your way. Use your ACTV Water Bus ticket to cruise between hotspots like Rialto Bridge, Murano, and beyond.
  • Skip the line at Doge’s Palace, explore its grand halls and prisons, also visit Museo Correr, Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana for a deep dive into Venice’s past.
  • Enjoy complementary access to the Querini Stampalia Foundation and 3 beautiful churches on the Chorus Circuit.

Ultimate shortcut to the St. Mark's Square's best museums and quick transport.

  • Take a seamless ride on the ACTV Water Bus before exploring the legendary Doge's Palace and three other museums in St. Mark's Square.
  • 75 minutes of Venice your way. Use your ACTV Water Bus ticket to cruise between hotspots like Rialto Bridge, Murano, and beyond.
  • Skip the line at Doge’s Palace, explore its grand halls and prisons, also visit Museo Correr, Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana for a deep dive into Venice’s past.
  • Enjoy complementary access to the Querini Stampalia Foundation and 3 beautiful churches on the Chorus Circuit.

Inclusions

ACTV Water Bus Tickets

  • 1-way ACTV Water Bus ticket (valid for 75 minutes)
  • Access to ACTV Vaporetto (water buses), ACTV land buses in Venice, Mestre, and Marghera, trams within Venice and Mestre, and the People Mover

Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square Museum Tickets

  • Entry to Doge’s Palace
  • Entry to Museo Correr, Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana
  • Access to 3 churches on the Chorus Circuit (Church of Santa Maria del Giglio, Church of Santo Stefano, and Church of Santa Maria Formosa)

-Entry to Querini Stampalia Foundation

  • Teatro La Fenice entry with an audio guide (if selected)

Exclusions

  • Guided tour of Doge’s Palace and other attractions
  • Hotel transfers
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Additional transport beyond the included ACTV ticket
  • The ACTV Water Bus ticket is valid for a single ride and lasts 75 minutes from validation.
  • The ACTV ticket is valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
  • Redeem your ACTV voucher at a ticket machine or kiosk before boarding.
  • Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and commercial photography are not allowed inside Doge's Palace.
  • The Secret Itineraries, Prisons, and Armory at Doge's Palace are not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
  • Ramps and elevators provide access to most areas of Doge's Palace.
  • The Correr Museum, Archaeological Museum, and Biblioteca Marciana are wheelchair accessible, but the Church of Santa Maria del Giglio is not.
  • Doge's Palace admission is valid only for the selected date. Other included attractions allow one-time entry and are valid for six months.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Daniela
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

Yes, everything went well,although I was not able to "endorse" the ticket with my cell phone

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M
Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

The number, size and decoration of the rooms are impressive. The commentary on the audioguide is not always easy to follow. Despite the so-called "coupe-file" ticket, we had to wait a good 20 minutes to enter the palace.

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Frédéric
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

Convenient, I just hadn't understood that the La Fenice theater was not included in this ticket but just the audio guide for this tour....

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Nicole
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Easy to confirm the code but since we need to go to a machine to validate the ticket there really isn't any point to the pre-purchase. You can just purchase a ticket at the machine.

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Seamus
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

It was jaw dropping to see inside the palace with the paintings, artifacts, armour and weapons. The highlight being walking over the Bridge of Sighs and then into the prison. If you are in Venice it's a must see.

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Roberto
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

The convenience of booking the ticket still on the train before arriving

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Juan
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Great, very easy to get a ticket, little wait with all the people sightseeing in Venice. We will repeat.

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Dennis
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

Easy to use. Exhibits excellent.

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Giovanni
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

clear and quick experience. it would be even quicker to be able to directly approach the cell phone to the turnstile reader

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Cinzia
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

Great everything perfect . To be repeated

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MABILLE
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

arrival by boat in the Grand Canal and practicality

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Jovan
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

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Melanie
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Lovely way to arrive in Venice

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LOPEZ
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

Very easy to get to, even at carnival time.

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Anna
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

It is a beautiful place, worth od visit.

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andrei
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Very simple to use and to find some nice attractions.

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Venice ACTV water bus on Grand Canal with view of Doge's Palace and nearby museum.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on Grand Canal with historic buildings in background.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on the Grand Canal with historic buildings in the background.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on Grand Canal with historic buildings in background.
Doge's Palace facade with tourists in San Marco Square, Venice.
Doge's Palace courtyard with ornate arches and columns in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace courtyard with view of St. Mark's Basilica domes in Venice, Italy.
Tourists at Doge's Palace entrance in Venice using Museum Pass for fast-track access.
Venice ACTV water bus on Grand Canal with view of Doge's Palace and nearby museum.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on Grand Canal with historic buildings in background.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on the Grand Canal with historic buildings in the background.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on Grand Canal with historic buildings in background.
Doge's Palace facade with tourists in San Marco Square, Venice.
Doge's Palace courtyard with ornate arches and columns in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace courtyard with view of St. Mark's Basilica domes in Venice, Italy.
Tourists at Doge's Palace entrance in Venice using Museum Pass for fast-track access.
Venice ACTV water bus on Grand Canal with view of Doge's Palace and nearby museum.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on Grand Canal with historic buildings in background.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on the Grand Canal with historic buildings in the background.
Venice ACTV water bus cruising on Grand Canal with historic buildings in background.
Doge's Palace facade with tourists in San Marco Square, Venice.
Doge's Palace courtyard with ornate arches and columns in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace courtyard with view of St. Mark's Basilica domes in Venice, Italy.
Tourists at Doge's Palace entrance in Venice using Museum Pass for fast-track access.
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Combo: 2- Day Venice ACTV Water Bus Pass + Venice Museum Pass with Fast-Track Tickets to Doge's Palace

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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!

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.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Klaus
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

We were delighted with the palace. It was great and the entrance fee was justified. There is an elevator on request for people with walking disabilities. Very friendly staff.

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Stephen
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

I had no expectation when booking the ticket. I was really happily surprised. Fantastic building and history lesson. It's an amazing place and we spent many hours exploring all of the building and it's contents. I would recommend this place to all. The staff are fabulous and even the cafe is a great post experience chill.

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Martinez
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

We opted for a single entry ticket, but without an audioguide. At first, we had to queue for a few minutes, but soon the museum staff came to collect us with our special tickets. This type of ticket gives you access to the entrance courtyard, the many halls of power, and rooms displaying armor and weapons. You'll cross the Bridge of Sighs, which is a kind of tunnel, to access the prisons on the two lower floors. You won't be able to visit the rooftop cells where Casanova was held, or the secret itinerary rooms.

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ROSA
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

Ease. Even though the city was packed, we were able to get in quickly. What I liked most: the palazzo, of course. You never get tired of seeing it, I would have spent hours sitting in front of the wonderful painting by Tintoretto. I missed a bit of information about the different saints and characters because in the distance, I could not distinguish the attributes well, but that's stuff for the art-enthusiasts.

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Rhoda
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Booking online and getting straight in without having to queue was wonderful. It was not too busy so aibwas able to view the rooms and art easily. I was able to stroll through the beautiful palace and enjoy the wonderful rooms and exhibits.

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Martine
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Super organized and very friendly staff. Top cost-effective solution for a visit to Venice, even the journey to the island is an experience!

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Gabriele
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

I was particularly impressed by the prison wing and the passage over the Bridge of Sighs, which you normally only see from the outside. Of course, the palace is magnificent and impressive. There are great frescoes and lovely details to discover.

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Gelin
Mar 2025Verified booking
4/5

We didn't have to queue. The museum tour is superb. We didn't have a guide, but everything went very smoothly.

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Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5

Avoided queues, The experience was good because of the quality of the restorations, good lighting, and good directionality of the tour.

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Kelvin
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5

The opulence and history of the building. The artwork & decorations of the main rooms are in stark counterpoint to the prison cells in the dungeons.

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Steven
Jan 2025Verified booking
5/5

We really enjoyed visiting the Doge Palace. The large paintings on the walls and the ceiling decorations were truly memorable. The Headout online booking process was very straightforward. We went in January, so there were not too many visitors.

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MARIA
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

The whole expirience!!!!!!!!!!

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Virginia
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

No queuing necessary, in 10 minutes in the Doge's Palace, worth the high entrance fee.

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Joao
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Fantastic palace! The wonderful frescoes and opulence of the halls. I loved it.

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Porojan
Mar 2025Verified booking
5/5

Exibits and all the place,the Senat room.

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Philip
Feb 2025Verified booking
5/5

Well, unlike public transport where I live in the UK it was frequent, reliable and turned up on time!

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Mrs
Jan 2025Verified booking
5/5

It was easy to book and we didn't have to queue

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Luigi
Jan 2025Verified booking
5/5

The grandeur of the palace and the relaxed way we could walk through it.

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Daniela
Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

Vaporettos filled with people, hardly breathing. The ticket prices too high, for the quality of transportation. The staff, friendly and knowledgeable.

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Colin
Apr 2025Verified booking
3/5

Hello, too many long waits at the poorly organized vaporettos. Concerning the return trip with ATVO, if the ticket inspector had looked at our ticket he would have noticed that we were on the wrong bus. Instead of taking the bus to San Marco airport, we went to Treviso and missed our plane.

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Betty
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

The ducal palace is exceptional, as is the history told by its walls and the works of art contained within. This was not my first visit and I return periodically. The only downside, access to the palace involved a fairly long line bbhough the ticket had been purchased as a queue jumper!!!

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Peter
Apr 2025Verified booking
4/5

A huge building that gives a good insight into the splendor and wealth of medieval Venice, an absolute must!!!

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Anne
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

the Doge's Palace is so remarkable that it is wonderful to visit and learn of the Palace. the queues are long even mid March, so to buy a ticket beforehand is helpful especially with our adult son who has autism and intellectual disability and waiting can be very troublesome. he loved the beauty and splendour of the Palace.

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CLAUDIA
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

The museum is incredible! From the building to the objects on display. They make you feel like a witness to all the stories that took place there!

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Mary
Apr 2025Verified booking
5/5

The doge's palace was an absolutely amazing experience- I have visited many palaces, castles and stately homes in different countries over my 73 years but this was one of the most memorable! The vast complex with such beautiful decorations and paintings were stunning. The other aspect I enjoyed was that there was space to enjoy the surroundings as it was not crowded unlike much of the central part of Venice.

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Doge Palace chambers interior with ornate ceilings and historical artifacts in Venice.
Basilica of San Pietro di Castello exterior with bell tower in Venice, Italy.
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Gondola on Venice canal with historic buildings, part of Venice Turbopass tour.
Gondola ride on Venice canal with historic buildings, part of Venice Turbopass tour.
St. Mark's Basilica exterior with ornate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace exterior with Gothic architecture in Venice, Italy.
Sculptures at the Doge Palace
Doge Palace chambers interior with ornate ceilings and historical artifacts in Venice.
Basilica of San Pietro di Castello exterior with bell tower in Venice, Italy.
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Gondola on Venice canal with historic buildings, part of Venice Turbopass tour.
Gondola ride on Venice canal with historic buildings, part of Venice Turbopass tour.
St. Mark's Basilica exterior with ornate domes and arches in Venice, Italy.
Doge's Palace exterior with Gothic architecture in Venice, Italy.
Sculptures at the Doge Palace
Doge Palace chambers interior with ornate ceilings and historical artifacts in Venice.
Basilica of San Pietro di Castello exterior with bell tower in Venice, Italy.
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Gondola on Venice canal with historic buildings, part of Venice Turbopass tour.
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Turbopass Venice City Card: 1 to 7-Day Pass

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Access over 30 monuments and activities across Venice!

  • Navigate through the romantic city of Venice with this all-inclusive Turbopass, letting you enjoy over 30 attractions and tours.
  • Skip the hassle of buying individual tickets and save up to 45% by gaining free entry to attractions like Doge’s Palace, Museum Correr, and more.
  • Choose from 1/2/3/4/5/6/7-day validity depending on your itinerary. Have your fill of gondola rides and walking tours!
  • With this mobile pass, avoid standing in queues and whizz past the lines at each attraction.

Access over 30 monuments and activities across Venice!

  • Navigate through the romantic city of Venice with this all-inclusive Turbopass, letting you enjoy over 30 attractions and tours.
  • Skip the hassle of buying individual tickets and save up to 45% by gaining free entry to attractions like Doge’s Palace, Museum Correr, and more.
  • Choose from 1/2/3/4/5/6/7-day validity depending on your itinerary. Have your fill of gondola rides and walking tours!
  • With this mobile pass, avoid standing in queues and whizz past the lines at each attraction.

Inclusions

  • 1-7-day validity
  • Attractions: Doge’s Palace, Chiesa di San Sebastiano, Chiesa di San Polo & more
  • Museums: Leonardo Da Vinci Museum, National Gallery of Modern Art, Archaeological National Museum, Museum Correr (Part of San Marco) & more
  • Guided tours: Venice City Tour
  • Boat tours: Grand Canal tour, Gondola ride, Island tour of Murano, Burano, Torcello & more
  • Discounts with EatWith
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Exclusions

  • Airport transfers
  • Have your ID card, passport, or driver's license ready for a seamless experience.
  • Children aged 6 to 12 years & teens aged 13 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • While the pass offers a complete list of all attractions and tours and their opening hours, it is still advised to check the official website of each attraction or tour for exact information.
  • Please note that security checks at attraction entrances are mandatory.
  • You can visit each attraction only once during the validity period.
  • The pass is available in English and German.
  • After booking your pass, you will receive an email with the pass and all essential information.
  • Scan the QR code mentioned on the pass at the attractions.
  • If you haven't received an email, please check your spam or junk folder in your email inbox.
  • The passes will be activated upon first use at an attraction and will stop working once the chosen duration has passed.
  • The pass is valid for 1-7 consecutive days from your chosen date.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
  • These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
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Venice’s lifeline: The Vaporetto experience

The Vaporetto is Venice’s public water bus system, operated by ACTV (Azienda del Consorzio Trasporti Veneziano). It’s the city’s main mode of transport, connecting islands and navigating the canals. The name "Vaporetto" means "little steamer," a nod to early steam-powered boats. Locals may also call it "un batèlo" or "un vaporino." Whether you're commuting or sightseeing, the Vaporetto is the easiest way to explore Venice’s waterways.

Why choose the Vaporetto?

Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background

💰 Affordable

A cost-effective alternative to water taxis.

Vaporetto ACTV water bus cruising near Rialto Bridge in Venice.

⏳ Convenient

Frequent routes connect major landmarks and islands.

Vaporetto, navigating the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy.

🌅 Scenic rides

Enjoy stunning views of Venice from the water.

Vaporetto approaching Murano Island.

🏝️ Island access

The best way to reach Murano, Burano, and Lido.

passengers on vaporetto

♿ Mobility-friendly

Wheelchair-accessible boats make must-see sights easier to visit.

Your Venice water bus ticket options explained

Venice’s Vaporetto system is the easiest way to get around, but which ticket should you get? Here’s a quick guide to help you decide:

Ticket type

Why choose it?

Inclusions

Exclusions

Unlimited rides, total freedom for up to 7 days.

  • Unlimited Vaporetto rides in Venice, Lido & the lagoon islands
  • Unlimited ACTV buses in Mestre & Marghera
  • Airport transfers
  • Certain ACTV routes (16, 19, 21, Casinò and Alilaguna lines)

Simple & flexible - perfect for quick trips.

  • 75-minute validity
  • Covers Vaporetto, ACTV buses, trams & People Mover
  • Airport transfers
  • Certain ACTV routes

🎟️ Sightseeing + Transport combo

2-Day Vaporetto Pass + Venice Museum Pass

Saves time & money on transport and must-see attractions.

  • 2-day unlimited Vaporetto & bus access
  • Skip-the-line entry to Doge’s Palace & three other museums on St. Mark's Square

Airport transfers

✈️ Airport + Vaporetto Pass

Alilaguna Airport Transfer + Vaporetto Pass

Seamless arrival & city travel.

  • One-way or round-trip airport water bus transfer
  • Unlimited Vaporetto rides (1-7 days)

Certain ACTV routes (16, 19, 21, Casinò and Alilaguna lines)

🏆 All-inclusive city pass

Turbopass Venice City Card (1-7 Days)

All-in-one convenient package with many city experiences.

  • Unlimited Vaporetto rides
  • Free entry to Doge’s Palace, museums & guided city tours
  • Discounts on dining & experiences like boat tours

Airport transfers

How to use the Vaporetto?

Valporetto stop in Venice with bright yellow signage.

🛑 Step 1: Find a Vaporetto stop

  • Stops are marked with yellow signs displaying the route number and stop name.
  • Major stops include Piazzale Roma, Rialto, St. Mark’s Square, and Santa Lucia Station.
  • Larger stations have electronic boards showing boat arrival times.
Vaporetto stop at Actv kiosk in Venice

🎟️ Step 2: Buy your ticket

Get tickets at kiosks, ticket booths, vending machines, or online to save time. Ticket options are:

  • Single ride (€9.50) – Valid for 75 minutes.
  • Unlimited passes (1–7 days) – Best for multiple trips.
  • Airport + Vaporetto combo – Includes Alilaguna water bus.

💡 Pro tip: To reach Castello from Santa Lucia station, turn right, cross the glass-sided bridge, and find the yellow "WATERBUS TICKETS" stand.

Vaporetto dock entry in Venice, Italy

📌 Step 3: Validate your ticket

  • Tap your ticket or pass it through the validation machine at the dock entrance.
  • This activates your ticket and prevents fines.
ACTV water bus on Venice's Grand Canal approaching Rialto Bridge.

🛳️ Step 4: Check your route & board

  • Look at route numbers and destinations inside the boat or at stops.
  • To Castello, take Line #1 via Rialto Bridge.
  • When the Vaporetto arrives wait for passengers to exit first, board quickly—boats don’t wait, and stow luggage safely.
Vaporetto cruising through Venice's Grand Canal with historic buildings in view.

🌊 Step 5: Enjoy the ride & get off at your stop

Relax and take in Venice’s stunning canals. To track your stop:

  • Look at scrolling signs inside the boat.
  • Watch for landmarks (e.g., passing under the Rialto Bridge means Rialto stop is next).
  • When you arrive, exit quickly and move away from the dock to avoid crowding.

Vaporetto routes & stops in Venice

Venice’s Vaporetto system has 23 active lines, connecting the city’s major landmarks and surrounding islands. Whether you’re cruising down the Grand Canal, heading to Murano’s glass factories, or exploring Burano’s colorful houses, here are the key routes you need to know:

Line 1
Line 2
Line 3
Lines 4.1 & 4.2
Line 12
Important landmark stops & connections

The classic Grand Canal route

  • Route: Piazzale Roma – Ferrovia (Santa Lucia Train Station) – Rialto – San Marco – Lido S.M.E.
  • Why take it? The most scenic and most popular route, stopping at all major attractions along the Grand Canal.

The fast Grand Canal route

  • Route: San Marco/San Zaccaria – Giudecca – Tronchetto – Piazzale Roma – Ferrovia – Rialto – Accademia.
  • Why take it? Fewer stops, faster travel, great for reaching Piazzale Roma or Rialto in less time.

Murano express

  • Route: Piazzale Roma – Ferrovia – Murano.
  • Why take it? Direct service to Murano, perfect for a quick trip to see Venice’s famous glassmakers.

Venice’s circular route

  • Route 4.1: Fondamente Nove – Cemetery Island – Murano.
  • Route 4.2: Fondamente Nove – Hospital – San Marco.
  • Why take it? Circles the city, connecting different neighborhoods while offering a panoramic ride around Venice.

Island hopper to Burano & Torcello

  • Route: Fondamente Nove – Burano – Mazzorbo – Torcello.
  • Why take it? Best way to explore Venice’s outer islands, including Burano’s colorful streets and Torcello’s historic cathedrals.
  • Piazzale Roma: Venice’s main bus terminal, gateway for travelers coming from the mainland.
  • Ferrovia (Santa Lucia Train Station): Venice’s main railway station, with direct Vaporetto access.
  • Rialto Bridge: A must-visit, accessible on Line 1 & Line 2.
  • St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco): Reachable via multiple lines, home to Venice’s most famous attractions.

Timings & frequency of Vaporetto in Venice

The Vaporetto, Venice’s public water bus system, runs year-round with varying schedules depending on the time of day and season. Here’s what you need to know:

Operating hours: Most main lines run from 5am to 12am.

Frequency: Peak vs. off-peak

  • Peak hours (9am – 7pm): Major lines like Line 1 & Line 2 run every 10 to 15 minutes, making it easy to hop between stops.
  • Off-peak hours (early morning & late evening): Service slows down to every 20 to 30 minutes on most lines.
  • Night Vaporetto (Line N): Runs every 30 minutes between 11:30pm and 5am, ideal for late-night explorers and diners.

Seasonal changes

  • April to October: More frequent and extended services during the peak tourist season.
  • Winter months: Some routes operate with reduced frequency or may be temporarily suspended.

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Venice water bus v/s other transport options

Features

Vaporetto

Gondola

Water Taxi

Hop-On Hop-Off

Purpose

Public transport for locals & tourists

Leisurely scenic ride

Private, fast transport

Sightseeing with fixed stops

Cost

Budget-friendly (€9.50 per ride, passes available)

Expensive (€80+ for 30 minutes)

Expensive (€50+ per ride)

Mid-range (€25+ for a day pass)

Privacy

Shared with other passengers

Private or shared

Fully private

Shared with tourists

Availability

Runs 5am – midnight (night lines available)

Operates all day (custom times for private rides)

Available on demand

Runs during set sightseeing hours

Route flexibility

Fixed stops along major routes

Customizable but mainly short scenic routes

Point-to-point, direct to destination

Fixed sightseeing route

Speed

Moderate (frequent stops)

Slow and leisurely

Fast (direct route)

Moderate

Practical tips for taking the Vaporetto in Venice

  • Hop on Line 1 for a slow ride along the Grand Canal with views of Rialto Bridge and historic palaces. For a quicker trip, take Line 2. Want to explore the islands? Line 12 takes you to Burano, Mazzorbo, and Torcello.
  • Travel early morning or late evening to skip peak-hour congestion (10am – 5pm). Use less popular stops near main attractions and plan your route with apps like Moovit.
  • While there’s no strict luggage limit, keep bags compact and stow them properly, especially during busy hours.
  • Most Vaporetti have ramps, but not all stops are wheelchair accessible—check ahead for specific routes.
  • Buy tickets in advance online or at machines to avoid queues. Don’t forget to validate your ticket at the dock before boarding.
  • Download the Ulmon Venice Travel Guide for offline maps, sightseeing info, and Vaporetto routes.
  • Grab a seat outdoors on Line 1 during off-peak hours for the most scenic ride through Venice.

Frequently asked questions about the Vaporetto

What is the best pass for Venice public transport?

The best pass depends on your stay. A 24-hour pass (€25) or 48-hour pass (€35) is great for short visits, while longer stays may benefit from the 72-hour pass (€45) or 7-day pass (€65). The Venezia Unica card bundles transport with museum access.

Is Vaporetto better than Gondola for commuting?

It depends on the kind of experience you’re looking for. The Vaporetto is functional and affordable, covering all major routes, while gondolas are more for sightseeing and can be pricey.

How do I travel from Marco Polo Airport to Venice?

Take the ACTV (Line 5) or ATVO express bus to Piazzale Roma or opt for the Alilaguna water bus for a scenic transfer to locations like St. Mark’s Square.

Are water taxis worth the cost?

Water taxis are fast and private but cost around €120+. They’re worth it if you have heavy luggage or want a hassle-free transfer.

Can I use Venice public transport at night?

Yes! The Vaporetto runs 24/7, with Line N operating from 11:30pm – 5am for late-night travel.

What are the things to note before boarding a Venice water bus?

You must always validate your ticket from the electronic ticket checkers before boarding a Venice water bus. Make sure that your luggage does not exceed the limit.

Will I get seasick on a Venice water bus?

Since the waters do not create large waves, you do not have the chance of getting seasick. However, if you feel nauseous, inform the sailors and boatmen. They will help you through the journey. 

How long does a Vaporetto ticket last after validation?

A standard Vaporetto ticket is valid for 75 minutes, allowing unlimited transfers within that time. Multi-day passes remain valid until their expiry.

Can I bring my luggage on the Vaporetto?

Yes, but keep it compact, especially during peak hours, to ensure a comfortable ride.

Are there toilets in the Venice water buses?

There are no toilets on a Venice water bus. 

Are there discounts for families or students on Vaporetto passes?

Kids under 6 travel free, and the Rolling Venice card offers discounted fares for ages 6-29 on transport and attractions.

What should I do if I lose my Vaporetto ticket?

If you lose your ticket before validation, you must buy a new one—lost tickets cannot be replaced or refunded once validated.

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