Amerigo Vespucci in Venice 2026
Amerigo Vespucci returns to Venice from 2 to 7 October 2026, berthed at Riva di San Biasio in front of the Naval History Museum. Public visits on 2, 3 and 4 October run from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with last admission at 6:30 PM: entry is free, named booking is mandatory, and visits are currently fully booked.
If you already have a booking, follow the arrangements shown on the official Tour Vespucci portal and keep the QR code received after registration. If you were unable to book, you can still follow the ship’s presence in the Riva di San Biasio area, subject to any operational or security restrictions.
⚠️ Onboard visits in Venice are currently fully booked. If you already have a reservation, keep your QR code and follow the assigned slot; check only the official Tour Vespucci portal for any new availability or announcements.
Check official Tour Vespucci updates ↗Venice stop and public visits: two date ranges to keep separate
The ship remains in Venice from 2 to 7 October 2026. Public onboard visits are scheduled for Friday 2, Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with last admission at 6:30 PM. The ship is therefore not advertised as open to visitors throughout the entire Venice stop.
The XV Trans-Regional Seapower Symposium on 6–7 October
During the Venice stop, the Italian Navy Arsenal hosts the XV Trans-Regional Seapower Symposium, an international forum on maritime security and cooperation. It is separate from the public onboard visits.
Booking is mandatory: how the visit works
The visit is free but access on board is only possible with a named reservation through the official Tour Vespucci portal. The published Venice availability is currently fully booked. If you already have a booking, keep the QR code sent by e-mail and follow your assigned time slot. Up to 4 people may be included in one reservation and all participants must arrive together. Booking time and registered names cannot be changed after registration.
Check official Tour Vespucci updates ↗Where the ship is and how to enter
Amerigo Vespucci is moored at Riva di San Biasio, in front of the Naval History Museum of Venice. Check-in takes place at Villaggio IN Italia: show the QR code to staff and keep an identity document available, as the booking details may be checked. You may join the queue from 15 minutes before to 15 minutes after the time shown in your confirmation. In bad weather, the official portal advises checking for cancellations about 2 hours before the visit.
Families, pushchairs, footwear and animals
Minors may enter when accompanied. Children under 1 year old do not need to be included in the booking. Pushchairs and prams are not allowed on board and may be left on the quay. Comfortable shoes are recommended; open shoes and high heels are not allowed. Animals are not allowed; small dogs may enter only if carried.
Accessibility on board
Because of the ship’s historic structural characteristics, there are architectural barriers and standard wheelchair ramps cannot be installed. Access may therefore be limited for visitors with reduced mobility who need mobility aids. Staff assess individual situations on site, within the ship’s structural and safety constraints.
Planning from Marghera
Leaving the car at the apartment and travelling to Venice by bus or train remains a practical option. Onboard visits are currently fully booked, so check the official Tour Vespucci portal before leaving only for newly released availability, operational changes or organiser updates.
A working training ship at 95
Launched in 1931 in Castellammare di Stabia, Amerigo Vespucci turns 95 in 2026 and remains an operational Italian Navy training ship. The 2026 campaign left Genoa on 9 May and is scheduled to finish in Trieste on 12 October.
Confirmed information
Venice stop
2–7 October 2026
Public visits
2, 3 and 4 October 2026
Visiting hours
2:00 PM–7:00 PM
Last admission
6:30 PM
Where
Riva di San Biasio, in front of the Naval History Museum of Venice
Cost
Free
Booking
Mandatory named booking, maximum 4 people per reservation
Availability
Bookings currently fully booked — check the official portal for any new availability
Related event
6–7 October: XV Trans-Regional Seapower Symposium at the Arsenal
Next stop
Trieste, 8–12 October 2026
Frequently asked questions
When can I visit Amerigo Vespucci in Venice?
Public visits are scheduled for 2, 3 and 4 October 2026 from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with last admission at 6:30 PM. The ship remains in Venice until 7 October.
Do I need to book an onboard visit?
Yes. Public visits in Venice are free, but boarding requires a named reservation through the official Tour Vespucci portal. The published availability for 2, 3 and 4 October is currently fully booked.
How much does it cost to visit Amerigo Vespucci?
The visit is free, but boarding requires a named reservation. The published Venice availability is currently fully booked.
Are there any places still available?
The published availability is currently fully booked. Check only the official Tour Vespucci portal for any newly released availability or organiser announcements.
Can I see Amerigo Vespucci without a reservation?
Yes. A reservation is required to board the ship. During the Venice stop it is berthed at Riva di San Biasio, in front of the Naval History Museum, and can be viewed from shore subject to any operational or security restrictions in the area.
How does the booking work?
Registration is named and may include up to 4 people. After confirmation, the QR code required for entry is sent by e-mail; if several participants are included, everyone must arrive together at the entrance.
Where will Amerigo Vespucci be moored?
At Riva di San Biasio, in front of the Naval History Museum, in the Castello area near the Arsenal.
Can I bring a pushchair?
No. Pushchairs and prams are not allowed on board and may be left on the quay.
Official sources
Re-check before visiting: operational requirements can change access arrangements and times.
A convenient base for Venice
Visiting Venice for this event?
Stay in Marghera with free private parking and convenient day-and-night connections to Venice.