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Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass
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Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass

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See the Grand Canal and the lagoon islands on Venice's waterbuses. Hop between stops at your own pace with a flexible pass.

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You plan your own journeys on Venice's public transport network. Tickets range from a 75-minute journey to passes valid for 24, 48 or 72 hours.

They cover scheduled waterbuses between Venice and the lagoon islands, plus eligible mainland buses in Mestre and Marghera. A reviewer said the pass made sightseeing along the Grand Canal easy.

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Address

Venezia Santa Lucia, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy · Venezia
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Hours

Valid all day; the pass is used for your own journeys, from a single 75-minute ticket up to multiday passes.
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Booking

Booking required

Duration

1h

Best time

early morning, morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

  • Validate your ticket before boarding
  • the waterbus along the Grand Canal is a cheap way to see the palaces
  • pick a pass length to match your stay.
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Reviews

Martin – France | October 4, 2026 The pass made sightseeing along the Grand Canal easy and reduced the amount of walking, which was especially useful for a traveller with mobility difficulties.

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