Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Italian
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
Apr–Jun
Typical Duration
7-14 nights
Price Range
From $87 pp
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
Yes
Venice is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its romantic canals, historic architecture, and unique position built on a lagoon, making it one of Europe's most iconic cruise destinations.
Cruises that visit Venice
- cruises to Venice
- Venice sailings
- Venice cruises
- 2-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 3-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 4-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 4-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 5-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 5-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 5-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 6-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 6-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 6-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 6-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Venice
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Ponte di Rialto
Beautiful sightseeing in Venice, Italy 🇮🇹 Easy to reach by water bus 🚌.
Piazza San Marco
A must-see spot in Venice and an unforgettable experience.
Doge's Palace
Overall a good experience, and one item as a must do while in Venice!
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Nave de Vero
A lot of local and global brands and it was not crowded.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Saint Mark's Basilica
It has to be on your list of things to see whilst in Venice.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Bridge of Sighs
Amazing experience, none other like Venice in the world!
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
La Piazza
I had the best food experience in Venice and one of the best in Italy!
Dal Moro's
The pasta was absolutely amazing — so delicious, fresh, and full of flavour.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo
One of the places offering possibilities to see Venice from above.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Trattoria Al Gazzettino
The pasta was for sure the best I had in Venice.
Giardini della Biennale
Hidden treasure and uplift ing experience a must when in Venice.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Hard Rock Cafe
Great vibe, friendly staff, and delicious american food!
St Mark's Campanile
Little bit expensive at 10 euros but definitely worth doing when in Venice.
La Nuova Perla
This restaurant had the best food and service we received in all of Venice.
Hostaria Osottoosopra
Fantastic food and great service, absolute gem in Venice, highly recommend!
Dal Moro's Venice | Fresh Pasta Restaurant
The best food and service in Venice.
Caffè Florian
The atmosphere and the coffee were amazing 🤩 perfect experience.
Bakarò
Food absolutely delicious, service attentive and atmosphere industrial chic.
Hostaria Sant'Aponal
The food was outstanding, and the location is a fantastic spot in Venice.
Rio Novo
Had the best dinner here in Venice, food and service is amazing!
Osteria Al Squero
Possibly the best place to eat cichetti and drink sparkling wine in Venice.
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Despar Teatro Italia
Has lots of selection at a reasonable price.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Al Grill
Every dish had a unique flavor and the portions were generous.
Puppa Bar Venezia
A bit off the beaten track in Venice, great food and great prices!
Brunch Cafe
Great brunch, very good coffee and matcha, and extremely friendly staff.
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Fri
Trattoria Dai Fioi
Delicious food in a quiet setting away from the Venice crowd.
Baci & Pasta
The pasta and gnocchi is freshly made and really good.
Closes soon · 7:50 PM
Bistrot de Venise
The squid ink pasta and the goose ragout pasta were perfection on my palate.
Ristorante San Silvestro
The seafood risotto was incredible, as was the taligatelle with duck ragu.
La Piazza Zone
The food was incredible - delicious, aesthetically pleasing and satiating.
La Lanterna
It was the best dinner in Venice And the waiter was the best ever Giseli.
Devil’s Forest Pub
Interesting décor, good strong drinks for the price.
Do Draghi
great bartenders, fun atmosphere, good music
Mira Hostaria
The best linguine aglio olio we had in Venice, highly recommended.
Caffè del Doge
We love the coffee, little sandwiches, friendly staff and bright atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Fri
Caffè Cannaregio
Aesthetic decor, delicious food and coffee - amore.
Opens Aug 27
Bluemoon Spiaggia Lido di Venezia
Clean beach, good for swimming, decent sun beds and brollies.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Caffè La Serra
They serve delicious coffee and paninis with a relaxing dine in setting.
Closes soon · 8 PM
Spiaggia Lungomare d'Annunzio
It is cool and pretty, but it's private and require payment to enter.
RistoPub Rossini
Prices moderate for Venice....a good value.
Dolce Vita Venezia
Cozy, good food, amazing coffee and the staff is so nice and kind!
Closed
Ai Mercanti
Ai Mercanti stands apart from the typical Venice Michelin-guide experience.
Venissa
We selected the tasting menu paired with wine and every item was superb.
Closes soon · 8:45 PM
Osteria Da Bubi
Absolutely fantastic meal in Venice, truffle linguine was spectacular.
Adagio
Cheap, great atmosphere, great drinks, amazing service 🫶🙌
1000 Coffee & Bakery
The staff was amazing, the food was great, and the coffee was perfect.
Louis Vuitton Venice
Very beautiful store, helpful staff, although moderate selection.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Skyline Rooftop Bar
Excellent cocktails and beautiful location, knowledgeable staff!
Il Mercante
The drinks were expertly crafted, and the atmosphere was outstanding.
Garden Bistrot
Food was amazing, wine was delicious - and it was all reasonably priced.
SELTZ BISTROT
The hidden gem of the venice The food is amazing, so as Lani and Shin
Mare Magno
Best meal I had in Venice and best Aperol I’ve had in Italy
Closed · Opens 1 PM Fri
Basegó
great food, great drinks, really welcoming friendly service with a smile.
TiME Social Bar
Amazing vibe, great drinks, exceptional service.
Bistrò 1473
Best food in Venice and the atmosphere so cozy and intimate.
Ristorante Local
A Michelin-star experience through and through.
Osteria Antico Giardinetto
Classic venetian dishes with a cozy ambience and fantastic service.
Paradise Beach
Nice place to have food and relax in a beach.
Ristorante Wistèria
Their dessert was the best dessert I've had in italy.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
Alle Corone
Fantastic tasting menu (6 or 8 courses) and superb wine pairings.
Il Ridotto Restaurant
We enjoyed a seven course menu with wine pairing and it was amazing.
Bacaro acqua alta
perfect place, loved the drinks, was very affordable and the staff is lovely
Ristorante Glam
An outstanding two-Michelin-star experience and absolutely worth it.
Rose bar
Great atmosphere, excellent drinks, and very friendly service.
Murazzi Spiaggia libera
simple, relaxing free beach with a natural vibe.
Spiaggia degli Alberoni
Its golden sands, natural dunes, and clear waters create a stunning setting.
Des Bains 1900 - Luxury Beach Club
Wide beach with cabanas for hire, very quite not mag people.
Closes soon · 8 PM
Venice Beaches (SPA)
Oceanside spot with eateries & rentals
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
CHANEL
Adorables, helpful, professional and an enormous choice of items!
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Fri
Il Grifone
Excellent quality leather goods, picked up a nice belt and soft wallet.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
DIOR
Fantastic choice of products and very welcoming, pleasant and helpful Staff.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Leon D'Oro Masks - Rialto Bridge Venice
Beautiful collection and Leon is very helpful.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Venezia Spiagge Lungomare
Pantalon 47
High quality items and made in store by the lovely owner
Closes soon · 8 PM
Alberoni Sand Dune Oasis
The Library Bar
Excellent service, high quality atmosphere, perfect music.
Venice Fashion
Gorgeous Venetian masks, incredible shopping experience!
Open · Closes 10 PM
Litorale di Lido
Lido Beach is a lovely place to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
bags shop
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Venice
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Venice
Venice stands as one of the Mediterranean's most vibrant cruise hubs, with eight major cruise lines offering 690 upcoming sailings from this iconic port. Whether you're embarking on a week-long adventure or arriving as a port of call, you'll find exceptional variety here. The most popular itineraries span seven nights, connecting Venice to the stunning Dalmatian Coast with stops in Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Split, while others venture toward Greek ports like Corfu and Piraeus. Peak season runs from April through August, with July and August drawing the largest crowds of cruise passengers.
What awaits you ashore is nothing short of magical. Step directly from your ship into a city unlike anywhere else on Earth, where Renaissance palaces rise from the water and centuries of history unfold along every canal. Whether you choose to wander the winding streets and hidden squares of the historic center or venture to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano, you'll discover why Venice has captivated travelers for generations. The city's unique charm and unparalleled cultural richness make it an unforgettable addition to any Mediterranean cruise experience.
What awaits you ashore is nothing short of magical. Step directly from your ship into a city unlike anywhere else on Earth, where Renaissance palaces rise from the water and centuries of history unfold along every canal. Whether you choose to wander the winding streets and hidden squares of the historic center or venture to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano, you'll discover why Venice has captivated travelers for generations. The city's unique charm and unparalleled cultural richness make it an unforgettable addition to any Mediterranean cruise experience.
Cruise Lines at Venice
- MSC Cruises (367 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (163 cruises)
- Emerald Cruises (94 cruises)
- Seabourn (71 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (35 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (31 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (19 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (8 cruises)
- Virgin Voyages (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Venice
Cruises Visiting Venice
Ship Schedule at Venice
Venice Location
Other Cruise Ports in Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venice known for?
Venice is renowned for its canals, palaces, and historic architecture.
What does ITVCE stand for?
ITVCE is the UN/LOCODE for Venice, Italy's official port.
What are must-see places in Venice?
Piazza San Marco, Rialto Bridge, and the Grand Canal are highlights.
How can you explore Venice?
By foot and by boat, including vaporettos along the canals.