Venice in 6 pieces
Canals, gondolas and Carnival masks.
A city with no roads, Venice is a labyrinth of canals, bridges and palazzi best discovered by getting happily lost away from the crowds.
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The six pieces
Fly into Venice
Venice's main gateway is Venice Marco Polo (VCE). Compare fares from your home airport and pick the piece that fits.
Find flightsGetting around
On foot and by vaporetto only — leave the car at the Tronchetto garage.
Compare carsSt Mark's Basilica & Campanile
Golden mosaics inside, then the bell-tower view over the lagoon.
Find ticketsVaporetto down the Grand Canal
The public water-bus is the cheapest grand tour of the palaces.
Find ticketsBurano & Murano
Rainbow fishermen's houses and glass-blowing on the lagoon islands.
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Where to stay in Venice
Sleep in Cannaregio or Dorsoduro for quieter, more local evenings.
On the main sights, but priciest and busiest.
Local, lively and better value near the station.
Arty and calmer, with canalside bars.
Getting from the airport
Marco Polo (VCE) is on the mainland; the Alilaguna water bus glides to San Marco in ~75 minutes, or a bus to Piazzale Roma plus vaporetto is faster and cheaper. No cars in Venice itself.
What to eat in Venice
Bar-hop cicchetti with an ombra of wine, and try sarde in saor, risotto and a spritz.
Venice travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Venice?
April–June and September–October; Carnival (Feb) is magical but packed.
How many days do you need in Venice?
A long weekend (3–4 days) covers the highlights in this guide; add a day or two if you want the day trips and a slower pace.
How do I get from the airport to Venice?
Marco Polo (VCE) is on the mainland; the Alilaguna water bus glides to San Marco in ~75 minutes, or a bus to Piazzale Roma plus vaporetto is faster and cheaper. No cars in Venice itself.
Where should I stay in Venice?
San Marco — On the main sights, but priciest and busiest. Cannaregio — Local, lively and better value near the station. Dorsoduro — Arty and calmer, with canalside bars.
What should I eat in Venice?
Bar-hop cicchetti with an ombra of wine, and try sarde in saor, risotto and a spritz.
Do you need a car in Venice?
On foot and by vaporetto only — leave the car at the Tronchetto garage.
How do I book a trip to Venice?
Add the flight, a stay for every night and a rental car on our Trip Board, then book each piece directly with our travel partners — you pay them, never us.