Are you Visiting Venice for the first time? Your Stress-Free Guide for First-Time Visitors

Visiting Venice for the first time This video is your one-stop guide to an unforgettable Venetian adventure! We're Rick and Andrea, travel enthusiasts living in Italy, and we're here to share all our Venice tips and tricks.
In this video, you'll learn:
-The best time to visit Venice: Skip the scorching summer crowds and high prices. Opt for mild weather and fewer tourists in early spring or late fall.
-How many days to spend in Venice: Three days is a good starting point to explore the city and nearby islands like Murano and Burano.
-How to get to Venice: We cover arrival by plane (including airport transportation options) and train, plus tips for getting around by Vaporetto (water bus) or taxi.
-Where to stay in Venice: Choose from lively areas near the action or quieter neighborhoods for a more relaxed vibe. We also discuss staying on the mainland for budget-conscious travelers.
-How to get around Venice: Explore Venice's charming canals by Vaporetto, walk the walkable city center, or take a gondola ride for a romantic touch.
-What to eat in Venice: Savor delicious seafood dishes, indulge in cicchetti (Venetian tapas), and enjoy local wines like Prosecco and Spritz.
Bonus Tip: Consider hiring a local guide to discover hidden gems and unique experiences you might miss on your own.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Start
01:56 - When is the best time to go to Venice
04:21 - Howe many days should I plan in Venice?
06:55 - How to get to Venice
13:35 - Where to stay in Venice
18:16 - How to get around Venice
22:34 - What to eat in Venice
We are two Canadians currently living in Italy. We moved to Italy in November 2018 to start a new chapter of our life's and we would like to share our story with. We hope you enjoy it.
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In March 2017, Rick and Andrea (confessed Travel Addicts) started a Facebook Group called Travel Addicts as a way to share their travel photos and videos not just with their own respective friend's lists - but with the world. Part of the reason was for bragging rights (I mean, that’s kind of the point of sharing photos, right?), but also to help answer questions to others about the destinations they have visited.
After inviting some of our friends and family, it grew and grew - and as of June 2019, the group has grown to over 200,000 members! One reason for our success, we believe, is that we have done our best to ensure only high-quality photos and videos get shared, all while limiting the use of commercial content.

[@gerrydearing1401]

Congrats on being official. We are coming back to Venice again in October this year from Canada. Love it there. Thank you for all your videos and tips etc. Keep making great videos.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much and keep us posted on how your trip goes 😊

[@sherrybowden5114]

Fabulous guys, very well done. Thank you.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Our pleasure! 🙏

[@AngeliqueDonnelly]

Thank you for this valuable information. Heading to Venice last week of June for 3 nights!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Hope you enjoy it! Let us know how your trip goes

[@nicpat28]

We are going to Venice for our first time during the first week of May. Your video is very helpful...thank you!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you let us know how you like Venice 😃

[@user-wk6ex7iz8f]

PERFECT Timing. I arrive in Venice next week. Grazie!!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Let us know how your trip goes 😊

[@user-wk6ex7iz8f]

@@TravelAddictsLife Had a wonderful time in Venice. Your tips really helped. I even tried an Aperol Spritz.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

@user-wk6ex7iz8f thank you so much we are glad you had a good time 😃

[@margoheller2493]

Wonderful Video. Heading to Venice for the first time and your video is making it look a lot Less intimidating, thank you.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you 🙏 we hope you mean a lot LESS intimidating ☺️let us know how your trip goes

[@margoheller2493]

Yes , I meant alot Less intimidating. We made notes and are following several of your suggestions. @@TravelAddictsLife

[@annaplotkina]

Thanks for the video! Very useful info!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you 🙏

[@jay248713]

I'll be visiting Venice for the second time, and I still found this video very helpful. Thank you!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much let us know how your trip goes

[@user-tt5wt4ng6m]

Salve! Excellent and important information, loved the part of the different areas of Venice to stay (Accommodations) We are visiting Venice end of April. I have shared your video with my family, Grazie!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much let us know how your trip goes 😃

[@briansymes2936]

Went there last year on the back of your videos…. You guys rock! Congratulations on the official tourism professional certification too.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much 😊🙏

[@buffytargaryan7171]

What are good side trips from Venice? Wonderful video😀

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Good morning 😃 here are a couple of nice tours from Venice: Prosecco tour and tasting: www.getyourguide.com/venice-l35/veneto-prosecco-wine-tour-from-venice-t194738/?partner_id=3LIR4AD&cmp=youtube River cruise to Padova: www.getyourguide.com/padua-l388/padua-venice-burchiello-boat-tour-on-brenta-river-t35948/?partner_id=3LIR4AD&cmp=youtube Venice to the Dolomite’s: www.getyourguide.com/venice-l35/from-venice-dolomites-lake-misurina-and-cortina-day-trip-t407433/?partner_id=3LIR4AD&cmp=youtube

[@buffytargaryan7171]

@@TravelAddictsLife Thank you guys ❤️

[@kimbrazeau4157]

Salve Andrea e Rick. I enjoy and appreciate your videos. I’m hoping to return to Venice and introduce my partner to its many wonderful attractions and sights. I’m looking for suggestions for things to do or see for someone who is returning for a second, third or more times. It sounds like you both have been many times. What do you look forward to when returning to a familiar city like Venice? Maybe an idea for a future video! The same question could be asked regarding places like Rome, Florence etc. Thanks again for your time and effort in producing these videos. La vostra amica canadese.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much 😊 that is a great idea for a new video we will work on that and keep us posted on your plans of going back to Venice

[@jetski335]

Perfect timing! Love your videos, very informative! Are there any particular tours you recommend? I have found a couple of tours where a gondola ride is included. Also, for the vaporetto pass, is that a prepaid card? One more thing, I know this is not Venice related, but do you have any recommendations for a castle hotel in Florence? TIA! Btw, congrats on the invitation by the Italian Ministry of Tourism🎉

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much 😊 the Vaporetto card is a pass and you can use it as many times as you like. We don’t know any castle but we can do some research for you 😃

[@jetski335]

If it wouldn't be too much of a bother, that would be great😊

[@Caricnj18]

Please make videos like this for Florence and Rome!!!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you we will

[@karendrake2388]

Love watching your videos on Venice. 13 ladies will be visiting Venice for only one day (unfortunately). Is there a tourist guide you can recommend?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much. We took a tour with Luisella she was really good here is her website seevenice.it

[@CALLMEGENESIS]

Love you guys and love your videos. I was wondering if the mainland Mestre train station is close to the Marco Polo Airport. Is it within walking distance making it easy to ride the train into S.Lucia train station ?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

The Mestre train station is about 11 km (6.8 mi) from the airport

[@dorisgilman920]

Where did you find a local guide in Venice. ? Be the first time this year in Venice. Great tips. Thank you

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you. Here you can find the link with several types of guided tours by local guides: readysetitaly.com/venice_guide

[@oliveumali4411]

Hello! I have discovered your channel while preparing for our trip this coming September. We're only staying in Venice for 2 days - arriving from Rome on the first day and leaving by night train at 9pm the following day. You suggested getting a local tour guide at the end of this video. Are you able to recommend the one that you've used? Thanks!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much 🙏 the guide we used was Luisella she is very nice and knowledgeable here is her website www.seevenice.it/en/about-me/

[@irelandryan6337]

Your video is very helpful and congrats! We are going to Venice tomorrow. Which local restaurants do you go? Do you have any links? Thanks

[@TravelAddictsLife]

We had an excellent meal here alcovino.it

[@irelandryan6337]

@@TravelAddictsLife It looks so delicious. Will try tomorrow, thanks a million😍🥰

[@TravelAddictsLife]

@irelandryan6337 please keep us posted

[@haroldstewarttheblueshound3619]

Hello. I REALLY liked Osteria VinoVino when I was in Venice for New Year's. Consider giving it a try.

[@kathypatterson6813]

Very helpful video! Do you know how the paid airport shuttles to/ from airport/hotel works?. I’m going in early June and my hotel in the St. Mark’s District. provides unpaid shuttle service

[@TravelAddictsLife]

The alilaguna shuttle can be payed on the website or at the airport

[@cbrf4ired]

Ciao Andrea & Rick! Thank you for your tips! I'm planning to take the Alilaguna from VCE to Venice. Do they only take cash in the airport arrivals hall? Should we purchase tickets on Alilaguna's website before the trip? You recommended to buy a Vaporetto pass for our entire stay in the video, do you recommend buying the passes before the trip or after arrival in Venice? Is the official tourism website the only place to purchase the Vaporetto passes? Grazie mille.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Hello there, thank you for your comment 🙏we always like to buy tickets before we depart just to be ready, however for the vaporetto you can buy them whine you arrive in Veni at any of the automated kiosks. It is totally up to you.

[@melynbiend760]

Can you give a recommendation of a local guide for Venice?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

This is the link of a guide: readysetitaly.com/venice_guide

[@deanazepeda4666]

What is your opinion of taking one of those day to work things that would take you to see the attractions

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Sorry we are not really sure what does that mean

[@CALLMEGENESIS]

Hey guys, you mention booking hotels but is it worth booking an Airbnb? Is the hotel cheaper ? Or either one is fine , thank you 😊

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Either or is fine, we usually prefer hotels because we like them more

[@CALLMEGENESIS]

@@TravelAddictsLife thank you, you guys are awesome!!

[@YXiong-wm3gc]

Any recommendations on finding a local guide? Or how to get one?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Here is a good link for you: readysetitaly.com/venice_guide

[@Philip-oz3iv]

Grazie! Regarding the "skip the line" vendors--there are so many, it's hard to tell if they are legitimate. Any tips on booking with legit STL vendors?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Hello there, we use Get Your Guide and we always had a very good experience. We have left a few links in the description that we used and we liked them