Venice in Depth: 4 Days in the Floating City

Choose between the Alilaguna airport boat, which runs a fixed route to St Mark's and other stops, and a private water taxi for direct door-to-dock service at higher cost. Both take roughly 30-60 minutes depending on traffic and stops. The bus to Piazzale Roma is cheaper but leaves a walk or vaporetto ride.

Late autumn and winter, especially November and December, bring the highest risk of acqua alta, when lagoon water rises into low-lying streets. April to June and September to October are drier and milder. If you travel in flood season, check tide forecasts and pack waterproof footwear; raised walkways are set up when levels rise.

Yes, if you plan to ride the Grand Canal line and visit Burano and Murano. Multi-day ACTV passes usually cost less than buying single tickets each time and cover the lagoon islands. Validate the pass on first use and check which lines it includes; the airport Alilaguna boat is often a separate fare.