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The city, the islands, your kind of trip
Discover Venice at your own pace.
You do not need to read everything before you leave. Choose what interests you and use this page as your compass.
Explore by interest
What kind of Venice do you want to experience?
Art, islands, family, pets, events or transport: jump straight to the guide you actually need.
01Museums, monuments & churchesAverage visit time, prices and practical information for the places that deserve your time.→02The lagoon islandsMurano, Burano, Lido, Pellestrina, Sant’Erasmo and Certosa: choose the island that suits your day.→03Venice with childrenMuseums, vaporetto rides, breaks and ideas for enjoying the city without turning the day into a race.→04Venice with your dogTransport rules, quieter walks and useful tips for a pet-friendly day.→05Getting there & aroundBus, train, tickets, airports and night connections from the apartments.→06Events & storiesExhibitions, festivals, traditions and current dates in our Journal.→
From Marghera to Venice
Leave the car at home. Venice starts with a simple ride.
Free private parking at the apartments means you can forget about parking in Venice. Bus and train are the practical choices, including a night connection.
Daytime6 · 6LEvery 10 minutes · Marghera → Piazzale Roma
Evening6Every 20 minutes · Marghera → Piazzale Roma
NightN2Every 30 minutes · Venice → Marghera
TrainMestre → Santa LuciaFrequent regional trains
First visit
Venice in one day, without turning it into a race
A simple order for the day. Use it as orientation, not as a list you must complete.
08:30
St Mark’s Square
Arrive early, when the light is beautiful and the city is still relatively quiet.
10:30
Doge’s Palace
Give yourself enough time for the rooms and the Bridge of Sighs.
12:30
Cicchetti
Walk a few streets away from the busiest tourist areas for a more relaxed stop.
14:00
Rialto
Cross the bridge and visit the market when it is open.
16:00
Castello & Libreria Acqua Alta
Discover a more lived-in and less predictable side of Venice.
18:30
Grand Canal at sunset
A vaporetto ride becomes one of the most memorable viewpoints in the city.
21:00
Head home at your own pace
Night connections take you back to Marghera.
What to see in Venice
Museums, monuments and churches: choose what deserves your time
Not an endless list: start with six places, then use the full directory for average visit time, prices, access and official sources.
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Churches & BasilicasVenice
Basilica di San Marco
⏱️ 45m–1h 30m🧒 Families
🎟️ Modular tickets on the official booking portal
Open entry
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Viewpoints & Bell TowersVenice
Campanile di San Marco
⏱️ 30m–45m🧒 Families👀 Panoramic view
🎟️ Check current official ticket price
Open entry
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Museums & FoundationsVenice
Gallerie dell’Accademia
⏱️ 1h 30m–2h 30m🧒 Families
🎟️ Check current official ticket price
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Museums & FoundationsVenice
Scuola Grande di San Rocco
⏱️ 1h–1h 30m🧒 Families
🎟️ Check current official ticket price
Open entryLooking for a quieter Venice?
Three self-guided walks through Cannaregio, Dorsoduro’s artisan side and eastern Castello, away from the busiest visitor routes.
Explore Hidden Venice →Planning a gondola ride in Venice?
Official 2026 fares, ride length, Grand Canal or smaller canals, plus practical timing and route advice.
Explore the experience →
Venice with children
Turn the city into an adventure, not a timetable.
Dinosaurs, animals and displays that can engage both children and adults. Build in regular breaks and leave room for spontaneous discoveries.
Open the family guidePet Friendly
Venice with your dog, with a little planning.
Keep a muzzle available together with the lead and always check the latest ACTV rules. Bring a foldable bowl and plan extra stops during hot weather.
Open the Pet Friendly guide
Our local touch
Six small tips that can make a big difference
No rigid rules, just simple habits that make the city easier to enjoy.
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Before 8:30 am
St Mark’s and Rialto are especially enjoyable early in the morning.
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Carry a refillable bottle
Public drinking-water fountains can be found around the city.
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Cicchetti beyond the main squares
Walking just a few streets away can make a real difference.
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Vaporetto at sunset
A simple way to experience the Grand Canal from a special perspective.
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Cannaregio in the evening
A more relaxed atmosphere with places also frequented by locals.
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Comfortable shoes
Bridges and stone paving make good walking shoes essential.
If you have more time
The lagoon beyond historic Venice
Choose an island for the kind of day you want, rather than trying to collect them all.
Murano
Glassmaking, furnaces and a production history worth more than a quick stop.
Open the island guide →
Pellestrina
Fishing villages, the Murazzi and a lagoon landscape best explored slowly.
Open the island guide →
Sant’Erasmo
Venice's garden island: fields, artichokes, bicycles and the Bacan.
Open the island guide →
Find your bearings
Venice and the lagoon on one map
Use the map to understand the relationship between historic Venice, the lagoon islands and the main landmarks. Then open Maps for the exact route.
More than Venice
If you have at least three days, look beyond the lagoon.
Free private parking makes it easy to dedicate a day to the Brenta Riviera, Prosecco Hills or one of Veneto's art cities.
Discover VenetoChoose your home
Where do you want to come home to?
Rossi Apartment for families and groups of up to 7 guests; Dimora Castelli for couples, smaller families and guests looking for a quieter stay.