For most visitors, flying into Venice is the quickest and most convenient option. There are two main airports serving Venice:

From Marco Polo Airport

This is the main airport for Venice, located just a short distance from the city center. To reach Venice from Marco Polo Airport, you have several options:

Bus Service to Venice:

• ACTV Bus Route No. 5-AeroBus: This bus takes about 20 minutes to reach Piazzale Roma, a main tourist terminal in Venice. From Piazzale Roma, ACTV waterbuses depart to the historic center of Venice. The bus stop is located just a few meters from the airport's arrivals exit.

• Alilaguna Water bus Service: Another option is the Alilaguna Waterbus, which directly connects the airport to various points in Venice, including the main tourist areas.

Bus Service to Mestre:

• ACTV Bus Routes No. 15 and 45: These buses take you to Mestre, a town on the mainland, and its railway station. The bus stops are adjacent to the AeroBus stop.

For a faster journey, you can choose between the Alilaguna water transfer and the ACTV AeroBus transfer. Both options are designed to get you to Venice quickly and comfortably.

From Treviso Airport

Treviso Airport (TSF), located about 30 kilometers from Venice, mainly serves budget airlines. To reach Venice from Treviso:

Express Bus Service to Venice:

• ATVO Bus Express: This bus takes about 60 minutes to reach Piazzale Roma, one of the main tourist terminals in Venice. From Piazzale Roma, ACTV waterbuses will take you to various parts of Venice.

Express Bus Service to Mestre:

• ATVO Bus Express: This bus also connects to Mestre and its railway station, taking approximately 50 minutes.

By Train

From Venice Santa Lucia railway station, you'll find ACTV waterbus landing stages just feet away. Here's a breakdown of the waterbus stops to help you find your way:

Stop A: Take Waterbus routes No. 2 and N (night service) from here if you're heading towards Piazzale Roma, Tronchetto, Giudecca, or St. Mark's Square (S. Zaccaria) via Giudecca.

Stop B: Board waterbus route No. 2 here for Rialto and St. Mark's Square via the Grand Canal. In summer, this route extends to Lido di Venezia. During the night, the N service also departs from Stop B, heading towards Rialto, St. Mark's Square, and Lido di Venezia.

Stop C: This stop serves waterbus routes No. 3 to Piazzale Roma, No. 4.1 to Piazzale Roma, Giudecca, and St. Mark's Square (S. Zaccaria), and No. 5.1 to Piazzale Roma, Zattere, St. Mark's Square (S. Zaccaria), and Lido Santa Maria Elisabetta (S.M.E).

Stop D: If you're aiming for Murano, your waterbus options are No. 3 (direct service), No. 4.2 to F.te Nove-Murano, and No. 5.2 to F.te Nove-Lido S.M.E. These all depart from Stop D. Want to explore further? From the Murano Faro stop, you can change to route No. 12 for Burano-Torcello or No. 13 for Sant'Erasmo.

Stop E: This stop is for Waterbus route No. 1, which takes you to Rialto, St. Mark's Square, and Lido di Venezia via the Grand Canal (reaching Lido in about an hour). Be prepared for a scenic ride, as this route makes stops along the entire Grand Canal and St. Mark's basin.

Venice is car-free, so you won't be able to drive around the city itself. However, if you're arriving by car, you can park it at Piazzale Roma or Tronchetto Island. Here’s how to proceed:

From Piazzale Roma

If you drive to Venice and park at Piazzale Roma, here's how to get around by waterbus:

Take a short walk to Actv Waterbus stops. From there, you can catch waterbuses to various parts of Venice. Stop by the ACTV landing stages near the Constitution Bridge. Take route No. 2 (day or night service N) from stop "S.Chiara G" for St. Mark's Square via Giudecca Canal.

If you prefer the Grand Canal route towards Rialto and St. Mark's Square (extending to Lido in summer), head to stop "S.Chiara F" for route No. 2 (day or night service N). Hoping to reach Murano directly? Stop "Scomenzera C" has your route No. 3 waterbus.

Explore the outer city areas. Catch routes No. 4.1, 5.1, or 6 from stop "Parisi E". Stop "D" is where you'll find route No.1 for a grand one-hour journey to Lido.

AVM - Autorimessa Comunale Car Park

At A.V.M. S.p.A.’s Autorimessa Comunale car park, you'll find the largest parking in Venice at Piazzale Roma. It offers six floors with space for 2,182 cars and 180 motorcycles across 10 areas and two terraces. This garage is open 24/7, every day of the year, ensuring convenience whenever you arrive.

Renovated in 1998, it features automatic license plate recognition and 200 CCTV cameras for added security. To check the availability of parking lots or purchase parking tickets online, visit the "PARKING" section.

The daily rate covers 24 hours from your entry time, and priority access is granted via the left lane. You can reserve parking for one or more days, with charges calculated on a 24-hour basis. Whether for a short visit or a longer stay, A.V.M.'s Autorimessa Comunale offers a reliable and secure parking option close to Venice’s historic center.

Discounted rates are offered to individuals with disabilities who display the proper disability permit issued by the relevant authority. Simply show your permit when entering the garage to qualify for the discount.

From Tronchetto Island

Tronchetto Island, north of Venice, has a large parking garage where you can leave your car and take a water bus to Venice.

From Tronchetto Island, you have two options to reach the main city:

• Waterbus Route No. 2: Takes you to St. Mark’s Square via the Grand Canal or Giudecca Canal.

• At night, waterbus line N operates between 12:02 am and 4:42 am on the Grand Canal, and between 12:19 am and 4:59 am on the Giudecca Canal. You can use these night services as well to reach to city.

You can also use the People Mover, a monorail that connects Tronchetto with Piazzale Roma and the Stazione Marittima Cruise Terminal. From Piazzale Roma, it's a short walk to the ACTV landing stages.

If you’re arriving in Venice via cruise ship, you’ll dock at the Venice Cruise Terminal. From here, transportation options include:

• People Mover: This automated monorail connects the cruise terminal with Piazzale Roma and Tronchetto. You can buy tickets from the automatic machines at the People Mover entrance.

• From Piazzale Roma, you can catch waterbuses traveling along the Grand Canal or Giudecca Canal to various parts of Venice.

By Bus

Public buses also provide access to Venice, with key access points being similar to those for cars:

From Punita Sabbioni, Fusina, Chioggia

From Punta Sabbioni, you can take Waterbus route No. 14 to Venice/San Marco via the Lido of Venice. The water bus departs from the landing stage to the right. Alternatively, waterbus line No. 12 departs from the landing stage to the left and takes you to Venice/Fondamente Nove via the northern lagoon, stopping at Burano and Murano.

To go to Torcello, change at Burano. Tickets can be bought online from the Venezia Unica website or on-site at the Venezia Unica ticket offices and ticket machines at the Punta Sabbioni ACTV landing stages.

From Fusina, you can take ACTV waterbus route No. 16 to the Zattere in Venice. From Chioggia, you can reach Venice using the ACTV Integrated Bus + Boat route No. 11 or the direct Chioggia-Venice route No. 19, which is a seasonal service.

• Reaching Venice depends on where you're coming from. For long distances, flying to Marco Polo Airport is the quickest option. Trains are a scenic choice, especially if you're already in Italy.

• From major cities like Milan or Rome, high-speed trains can whisk you to Venice in just a few hours. Santa Lucia Station is right on the water, allowing for easy onward travel by water bus.

• If you prefer driving, highways connect Venice to the rest of Italy. Once you arrive, park your car and explore Venice on foot or by boat. Plan ahead for traffic and parking, especially during peak tourist seasons. All these options offer scenic routes and make it easy to reach this iconic city on the water.

Where to Buy Tickets

Planning your trip to Venice? Here's where to grab your tickets for the Vaporetto (water buses), buses, and People Mover:

• For maximum convenience, purchase tickets online at the Venezia Unica website or visit a Venezia Unica office scattered throughout Venice's historic center and mainland.

• Look for vending machines at major bus stops and Vaporetto stations. These machines offer a quick and easy way to buy tickets on the go.

How to Navigate Venice Once You Arrive

Navigating Venice can seem daunting due to its unique layout and extensive network of waterways. However, with the right information, you’ll find it easy and enjoyable to explore this beautiful city. Here's how to get around Venice once you arrive.

Getting Around by Water

Venice’s public transport system is primarily water-based, with various types of boats servicing the city and its lagoon.

1. Vaporettos (Water Buses): These are the main form of public transportation in Venice, and they operate on three main lines:

• City Centre Lines (Lines 1 and 2): These lines travel along the Grand Canal and Giudecca Canal, connecting key locations from Tronchetto or Piazzale Roma to Lido di Venezia.

• Gira Città Lines (Lines 3, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 6): These lines extend to Murano and Lido di Venezia, providing access to more parts of the city and its islands.

• Linee Lagunari (Lines 12, 13, 14, 19): These lines connect the outermost parts of the lagoon, reaching places like Marco Polo Airport, Treporti, Punta Sabbioni, Chioggia, Fusina, and S. Giuliano.

2. Ferry Boats: From Tronchetto, you can take ferry boats to Lido di Venezia, Punta Sabbioni-Cavallino, and Pellestrina.

3. Alilaguna Waterbus Service: This service has five lines that connect Marco Polo Airport and the Cruise Terminal to central Venice, Lido, Murano, and Punta Sabbioni. It’s a convenient option if you’re arriving by air or sea.

Getting Around by Land

While Venice is best known for its waterways, there are also land transport options available, particularly on the mainland and surrounding islands.

1. Bus Network:

• Mainland Services: The bus network covers the mainland areas of Mestre and Marghera, extending to Dese, Morocco, Trivignano, Chirignago, and Malcontenta.

• Island Services: Buses also service Lido and Pellestrina, with integrated lines reaching Chioggia and Punta Sabbioni.

• Chioggia Municipality: There are bus services up to Valli, Civè, Cavanella D'Adige, and Isola Verde.

• Spinea Municipality: This includes the areas of Crea and Fornase.

The bus network also extends to the provinces of Padua, Treviso, and Rovigo, where it connects with other major local transport companies.

Taxis and Water Taxis

1. Land Taxis: These are available mainly in the mainland areas like Mestre and Marghera.

2. Water Taxis: For a more private and direct route, water taxis are a convenient but pricier option. They offer door-to-door service across the waterways of Venice.

Feeling overwhelmed by the numerous transport options? The Venezia Unica City Pass simplifies your travels. It’s a single-season ticket that grants you access to the main transport services in Venice, including waterbuses, buses, and even entry to major tourist attractions. This pass ensures you can travel around Venice easily and efficiently.

Venezia Unica is the new City Pass for the City of Venice! This is an all-in-one pass for public transportation, admission to tourist attractions, and cultural events in Venice. The pass gives you unlimited access to public transportation in Venice, as well as discounts on admission to museums and other attractions.

Buy your Venezia Unica City Pass online before your visit. Create a card for yourself and each person traveling with you. Add the desired tickets and services to the cart and complete your purchase.

You'll receive a voucher with a PNR booking code via email. Print the confirmation voucher for future use! For public transport, you can collect your pass from ACTV ticket machines or points of sale by entering your PNR code. Show your voucher or pass with the PNR code at attractions for direct admission.

Lost vouchers can be retrieved from the website. The pass is valid for 2 years, except for some specific services.