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Venice travel guide for a visit that suits you

Venice rewards wandering, yet a little planning helps you make the most of your time. Start with when to go, where to stay and what matters most to you.

Venice travel guide for a visit that suits you

Shape your own visit to Venice

Whether you are visiting or looking for fresh ways to explore the city, these guides help you make practical choices. Find the highlights, think through your accommodation and read up on transport, food, budgeting and safety. Then build an itinerary around your interests and the time you have.

  • Choose when to visit and which parts of the city to explore.
  • Match your accommodation and transport choices to your plans.
  • Check food, budgeting and practical advice before mapping out your route.

Doge’s Palace admission

Interested in visiting the Doge’s Palace? Check the details and availability of this admission option before deciding.

Ten guides to planning Venice

Jump to the question on your mind or follow the guides in order to put your trip together.

1 Highlights

What to see in Venice

Explore the highlights and decide which ones appeal to you.

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2 When to go

Best time to visit Venice

Compare times of year to find one that suits your plans.

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3 Accommodation

Where to stay in Venice

Weigh location against your priorities before choosing a place to stay.

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4 Activities

Things to do in Venice

Find activities that fit the kind of visit you want.

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5 Transport

Getting around Venice

Plan your journeys and consider when to walk or use water transport.

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6 Budget

Venice travel budget

Think through likely expenses and decide where to focus your spending.

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7 Food

Where to eat in Venice

Make more considered choices when it is time for a meal.

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8 Safety

Staying safe in Venice

Read practical advice for exploring with greater peace of mind.

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9 Good to know

Mistakes to avoid in Venice

Spot planning choices that could make your visit harder than it needs to be.

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10 Itinerary

Venice itinerary

Put your stops in a sensible order and adapt the route to your available time.

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Experiences in Venice

Use the guides to decide what you would like to do, and check each activity’s details before booking.

Plan from where you are

What can you do in Venice today?

Build an itinerary around your location, local time, weather and real places, or discover several options that fit right now.

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