Public Transport

Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus & Mainland Bus Pass: 1 to 7 Days

ACTV water bus on Venice's Grand Canal near Rialto Bridge.

Guests on Vaporetto ACTV cruising the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy.

Doge's Palace aerial view with boats on the Grand Canal, Venice, Italy.

Mother and daughter on Venice water bus with cityscape in background.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Get around Venice with unlimited access to Vaporetti (water buses), Lido and the lagoon islands, and access the ACTV buses in Mestre and Marghera.

4.6/5

(12,838)

Manfred A

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

There is one negative point because my ticket was stolen when I first used it and a woman who speaks Italian received four different pieces of information from four different employees. 1st answer: Yes, you should go to the sales point at Rialto Bridge. 2nd piece of information there: You would first have to report it to the police. 3. Information at the train station: I can only get a ticket for one day as a temporary measure. 4. Information at Fondamenta Nove: I need a new ticket because the 7-day ticket is not personalized. This was probably the correct information because, unlike the Venice Card, the ticket is not personalized—but it would be worth considering for a 7-day ticket. Thank you.

Bertelli E

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

The purchasing process went smoothly, as did the ticket issuance at the ticket machines in front of the Venice station. The only issue is that I bought two tickets, but the machine printed only one, which said "2 USER" (incidentally, both tickets had the same code). The conductor told me I needed two tickets, and when I pointed out the above, he said I would be in violation of the rules. So even if the tickets have the same code, please print two separate tickets instead of one labeled “2 USER.”

Dr. Glück U

Solo

Verified booking

Feb 2026

All I can say is: GOOD AND AFFORDABLE. Everything went smoothly, from buying the ticket online to traveling by bus and vaporetto. The service is excellent. The vaporettos and buses run on time. We really enjoyed the vaporetto trips... you can hop on and off wherever you want. The stations are well marked, so you can't get lost. We'll be back. Thank you very much.

Samuel T

Family

Verified booking

Last week

To have a whole day (or more) pass for vaporetto in Venice is a must. The service is quick, reliable, frequent – and fun. You need a paper ticket though, even when you purchase th epass online – but this can be collected from a vending machine just outside of the railway station. Which, on the other hand, doesn't seem to sell the cheaper student's passes which we could obtain through the app :D.

Birgit B

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The one-week vaporetto ticket was well worth it for us. We stayed on the Lido and used the water bus several times a day, including for trips to other islands. The water buses are punctual, the stops are announced, and everything is very well organized. I would recommend it to anyone traveling in and around Venice.

Jens K

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

The purchase was easy, but there were some difficulties with the ticket dispenser. These were resolved via the hotline and then with the help of a friendly employee at the counter. After that, everything went smoothly and we were able to make full use of our 72-hour tickets.

Enjoy unlimited access to Venice’s entire ACTV network—vaporetti, buses, trams, and even regional trains.

Cruise the Grand Canal, visit Burano, or commute to Mestre with one easy ticket.

Includes access to the People Mover connecting Piazzale Roma and Tronchetto.

Valid for 1, 2, 3, or 7 days—choose a pass that fits your travel plans.

Upgrade with a digital audio guide and turn your commute into a self-paced Venice tour.

Special 3-day youth pass is available for travellers aged 6–29, offering the same unlimited transport and perks.

1/2/3/7-day validity

Access to unlimited ACTV Vaporetti (water buses) in Venice, Lido and lagoon islands

Access to unlimited ACTV buses in Mestre, Marghera and mainland

Access to Trenitalia regional (R & RV) trains within the Venice municipality (as per option selected)

Access to Rolling Venice Card as part of Venice Youth Pass (as per option selected)

ACTV Services from/to Marco Polo Airport

Routes no. 16, 19, 21, Casinò and Alilaguna lines

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Samuel T
Family
Verified booking
Last week
To have a whole day (or more) pass for vaporetto in Venice is a must. The service is quick, reliable, frequent – and fun. You need a paper ticket though, even when you purchase th epass online – but this can be collected from a vending machine just outside of the railway station. Which, on the other hand, doesn't seem to sell the cheaper student's passes which we could obtain through the app :D.
David H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Fantastic and relatively cheap way to get around Venice especially as we were there for a week. Boats are frequent and through different routes you get get anywhere including the other islands. Great way to see and experience the City but can get busy at times and on the Grand Canal.
Cristina G
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Excellent service. There were two of us, and we bought 24-hour tickets that we used quite a bit. Venice is beautiful when viewed from the vaporetto, and a ticket like this lets you get on and off wherever you want. The staff was friendly. There are plenty of stops. We highly recommend it!
Sharon H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Made life so easy pre-book and pay at home, enter code into ticket machine, which there are loads of, and pick up tickets straight off the coach and thats it and now enjoy Venice...no hastle, totally recomend.
Cristina I
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We had a 3 days pass, we used vapporetto to reach all the atractions, was easy especially having a toddler buggy. Was cost effective too. We highly recommend the pass over buying tickets, it is stress free .

Explore Venice on your own terms—with unlimited rides and optional audio commentary that turns every transfer into a discovery.

Getting started

Start your adventure by validating your ticket at the ACTV machines before boarding your first ride. Bring a valid photo ID if required. No long queues—just scan and go.

What to expect

Venice Transport Network

This pass covers Venice’s ACTV system—known for its scenic vaporetti (water buses) and seamless city links.

Lagoon-wide coverage

Hop on and off water buses across Venice, Murano, Burano, Lido, and other islands—ideal for spontaneous sightseeing.

Mainland access

Use ACTV buses and trams to travel within Mestre and Marghera or take the People Mover for fast links to Tronchetto and Piazzale Roma.

Regional train rides included

Some options include travel between Venice’s Santa Lucia, Mestre, and other nearby stops on Trenitalia regional and fast regional trains.

Optional audio guide

Add a digital audio guide to your pass and enjoy cultural insights, stories, and context as you explore—it's like a self-paced city tour on every route.

What to bring

A valid ID or passport for verification.

Keep your mobile voucher handy with the PNR code for easy redemption.

What's not allowed

Oversized luggage—each passenger can bring up to three pieces, with a total dimension limit of 150 cm.

Accessibility

Most Vaporetti and ACTV buses are wheelchair accessible, but some stops may have limited accessibility.

Assistance is available at designated ticket offices if needed.

Additional Information

Children under 6 years travel for free.

Please note that this is not a direct entry ticket. You need to present your voucher (containing your PNR code) at an ACTV ticket office or machine to collect your physical ticket before travel.

While pre-booking tickets saves you from long queues, ticket collection may take 5–15 minutes depending on queues.

The pass is valid for 1, 2, 3, or 7 consecutive days from the first validation.

Redeem and activate your pass instantly at an ACTV automatic ticket machine or designated Points of Sale and Collection spots.

Tickets must be validated each time you board a Vaporetto or ACTV bus.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.