Venice · PRIVATE DRIVERS
The short list you would hand a friend heading for the lagoon: 6 private car days worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you book.
Take a prepaid shared boat from Marco Polo Airport toward Venice, with drop-off at a listed stop or, where possible, one closer to your hotel. Check in at desk 71 on the airport’s first floor before heading to the dock. The ride takes about an hour, and a wait of up to 30 minutes is possible.
“From the airport to the boat taxi was very well marked out. My experience with the system was amazing.”
Leave Venice by shared water taxi with Bucintoro Viaggi, boarding at one of 11 designated stops in Venice or on the Lido. Your skipper helps with your bags, and the ride offers a last look at the islands from the water. Expect a pickup time set the afternoon before, a group of up to 12, and about an hour of travel.
“Super easy transfer. Highly recommend for ease and value..........,............. ........ ..........”
Meet a representative after collecting your bags at Marco Polo Airport, then take a private motorboat toward your Venice hotel. Choose meet-and-assist or an option with an escort to the hotel door. The ride takes about 30 minutes, though some hotels require a walk from the nearest water stop.
“While not inexpensive, it is the best way to arrive in Venice. Being greeted outside baggage claim eliminates any worry about your next leg of travel.”
Travel by private motorboat from a Venice city hotel to Marco Polo Airport in about 30 minutes. Choose hotel-to-boat assistance or a fuller escort to the terminal. The service runs around the clock, carries up to six people, and offers a last look at Venice from the water.
“Aide was early and assisted us with luggage. Very kind and helpful - we would use again when in Venice”
Travel by private boat from Venice to Murano and Burano with a guide such as Emma, Tobia or Jasmine. Watch a Murano glass-blowing demonstration, see lacework, visit San Donato church and walk among Burano’s colorful houses. The tour lasts 2 to 6 hours, with time for a drink or, on longer options, lunch.
“Emma, our guide was absolutely amazing. We've done a few tours across the globe and none have made us feel as 'at home' as this. While the tour sights themselves were magical, it was definitely the guide that was the Cherry on top. The glass blowing demonstration in Murano was awe-inspiring and exploring Burano on foot after was the perfect addition.”
Venetoinside’s shared boat links Sottomarina in Chioggia with Riva degli Schiavoni in Venice in about 90 minutes. Choose a one-way ride, a daytime return, or an afternoon departure with a late-evening return. A free downloadable audio guide is available in Italian and English. The Venice landing point is about 250 meters from St. Mark’s Square.
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