r/Venezia • • Aug 15 '22

EN - About the Venice entrance fee

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Since some of you asked, this is a brief summary of the (in)famous Venice entry fee, it may answer to some of your questions. The town hall is still writing and refining details, so dates or rules may change in the upcoming months. More infos (in Italian): https://live.comune.venezia.it/it/2023/09/venezia-contributo-di-accesso-turisti-giornalieri-si-parte-dalla-primavera-2024-1

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  • September '23 update:
    • In spring 2024 there will be a trial period of 30 days, no dates yet
    • Ticket will be flat price €5 on selected days/hours. Expect it on weekends, long weekends and bank holidays peak hours
    • Again, if you already pay the tourist tax to Venice municipality because you stay in a hotel, B&b etc, you are completely exempt from this entrance fee, nothing changes for you. The structure will register you - as it is now. The fee is thought to discourage daily visitors
    • Some areas will be totally exempt from the fee, such as minor islands
  • Kick off is scheduled for 16 January 2023. Postponed to 2024
  • The municipality plans to introduce the booking website this autumn
  • Meanwhile, as an intermediate step, the municipality already promotes booking in advance. It provides discounts on parking, selected museums, and public transport tickets, which has gone up (e.g.: watebuses tickets are 9,5€ if you buy them on the spot; road bus Venice-Airport is 10€).
  • Similarly to air tickets, the fee will fluctuate between €3 and €10, based on demand and crowding forecasts. Different entrance hours may get you different prices within the same day. Some hours like late evening may not require any booking whatsoever.
  • Cruise ships passengers pay a flat price, not decided yet.
  • Passes are unlimited, so access is granted to anybody.
  • Sometimes booking is still required, although it's free. The fee is designed to discourage daily travellers in high peak days. If you stay overnight in a REGISTERED structure (hotel, b&b, guesthouse, etc) in Venice municipality (which includes Mestre and other boroughs on the mainland), you won't pay anything because you will already pay the tourist tax.
  • Some other free of charge scenarios (not all):
    • children under 14;
    • if you transit on Tronchetto, P.le Roma, or harbour only
    • if you visit friends or relatives who live in Venice (they have to register you)
    • Touristic coaches passengers

EDIT: just to be respectful, this is a simple FAQ or guide. The initial aim wasn’t to start a debate if the policy is fair or not. But if we want so, be polite or constructive, at least.


r/Venezia • • 3h ago

Some photos from this weekend

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I visited Venice for the first time this weekend and wanted to share some photos I took on my iPhone. I can’t wait to come back! What an astoundingly beautiful city.


r/Venezia • • 2h ago

Last weekend

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r/Venezia • • 21h ago

An ordinary day in Venezia

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r/Venezia • • 18h ago

Fondamentina del Osmarin, Castello: a gondola around the corner.

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r/Venezia • • 3m ago

New Historic Venice Image Map Mobile App

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Step across centuries and explore Venice through the eyes of painters and photographers who documented the city between 1730 and 1920. Explore over 300 paintings and photographs mapped to the exact Venetian canals, streets, and bridges where they were created. 100% Free, no in-app purchases, no ads. For Apple iOS and Google Play Android.

This is a personal project I have been working on for a while and I just wanted to share it with others who might enjoy it.


r/Venezia • • 13h ago

The right foot of Saint Catherine of Siena in Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo

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Her head is in Siena in case you want to see that as well.


r/Venezia • • 6h ago

Teatro La Fenice December 5 concert — ticket price?

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Hi! Does anyone know the approximate ticket price for the December 5 Under 35 concert at Teatro La Fenice? Is it the same program as the December 4 and 6 concerts, which cost around €77?
I’m trying to decide whether to visit Venice on December 5 for the concert or visit on another day and spend that day in another Italian city instead. Thanks!


r/Venezia • • 14h ago

Il Mose protegge Venezia, ma ha impatti sulla laguna

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r/Venezia • • 20h ago

Music scene in Venezia and Mestre

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Ciao

I am a foreign student living in Venezia currently. I'm hoping to meet with fellow musicians in Venezia in particular, in the interest of efficiency..

Where might I meet up with people such as this? Bars? Music festivals? Universities? I have not had any success yet. I play the electric guitar and am hoping to find a professional group of people. Thanks.


r/Venezia • • 20h ago

Trattoria near Venice

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Hello, I am looking for a good trattoria that works around 15-16h tomorrow. We have a car so it can be anywhere on the way from Venice to Trieste. We usually go to Trattoria Boschetti in Locanda al Convento but they only work till 15:30 and then again from 19.
Thank you for your recommendations🥰


r/Venezia • • 22h ago

nice places to eat in mestre?

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hi! i just moved here and i was wondering if there are any recs for restaurants here in mestre for a student (so, something cheap)... just a nice place to sit down and eat (no pizza/kebab please, i can't take it anymore lol). where do people usually go?


r/Venezia • • 23h ago

Louis Vuitton Verona/Venezia stamps

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r/Venezia • • 20h ago

Porter Service Venice Tesla Flying through the sky

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Luggage Transport Service Venice


r/Venezia • • 2d ago

The vaporetto on Grand Canal in afternoon, Venice. (xt-4, xf 70-300 4-5.6 R)

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r/Venezia • • 1d ago

ATVO Bus to Treviso Airport (TSF): Is the 7:30 AM Bus Safe for a 10:20 AM Ryanair Flight?

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Hi everyone! I have a Ryanair flight from Treviso Airport (TSF) at 10:20 AM to another Schengen country, and I’d appreciate some advice.
I’m staying near Tolentini in Venice and planning to take the ATVO bus from Piazzale Roma. I have a few questions:
Bus journey: Is the advertised 40-minute journey realistic, or does the bus often take longer?
Traffic and delays: Is there usually heavy traffic on the way to Treviso Airport early in the morning? Are ATVO buses generally punctual?
Which bus should I take? There are two options: 6:30 AM (scheduled arrival at 7:10 AM) and 7:30 AM (scheduled arrival at 8:10 AM). Would you risk taking the 7:30 AM bus?
Check-in desk: My understanding is that the Ryanair check-in desk closes at 9:20 AM. Is that correct for a 10:20 AM flight, and when does it usually open?
Airport procedures: If I arrive at 8:10 AM, will I have enough time to find the check-in counters, drop off my luggage if needed, pass security, and reach the boarding gate before it closes at 9:50 AM? Is Treviso Airport easy to navigate?
Bus tickets: Do I need to book the ATVO bus in advance? If I book a specific departure, can I use the ticket on a later bus if I miss my scheduled one?
I’m trying to avoid waking up extremely early and waiting at the airport for hours, but I don’t want to risk missing my flight either.
I’d especially appreciate advice from anyone who has taken this route for an early-morning Ryanair flight. Thank you!


r/Venezia • • 1d ago

Do I need to purchase Alilaguna tickets in advance?

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Plan is to take from Rialto to the airport. Do I need to buy in advance and then exchange at the kiosk? Or can I buy in person? Is there a station at Rialto where possible? Is there a limit how many people can go on?

Flight is at 1;20PM and I am a 5 min walk from the bridge.


r/Venezia • • 2d ago

Do any contemporary Venetian sources connect the Corno Ducale with the Phrygian Cap?

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I've seen the comparison made because of the shape but wonder if similarity to Phrygian Cap could have been intentional.


r/Venezia • • 1d ago

Birthday celebration

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I will be in Venice to celebrate my mum’s 60th birthday soon. Are there any suggestions for restaurant/bars that are a bit extra special but not too high end? Thank you


r/Venezia • • 2d ago

Just saw this meme of Venice looking like a thirsty Patrick and now I can’t unsee it.

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r/Venezia • • 2d ago

VAT refund at VCE before 5 am with a departure at 5:55 am

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How do you get a custom stamp from the VAT office that does not open till 5 am? Has anyone ever gotten a refund successfully?


r/Venezia • • 2d ago

In the 1490s almost every grain of pepper in Europe came through Venice on the gold road. In 1498 three Portuguese ships reached India on the red one — and the money started leaving. [OC map]

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Made this while putting together an animated map explainer on how Venice lost the spice trade. The surprising part for me: Venice actually fought back and won the Alexandria route back by the 1560s — what finished it was the Dutch and English going round Africa in fleets after 1600. Sources: Lane 1940, O’Rourke & Williamson 2009, Braudel.


r/Venezia • • 2d ago

Anyone have a spare ticket to the Grand River/ML Buch show

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Going to be in the city for a week and trying desperately to see this show. If anyone has a spare ticket/knows where I can purchase one (it’s sold out on the biennale site), I’d be forever grateful. thank you.


r/Venezia • • 2d ago

Venice for 48 hours

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What is the best way to get ferry tickets when I will only need it twice? Likely once from the train station to hotel, and hotel to the airport.


r/Venezia • • 2d ago

Venezia telegram/signal groups???

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