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

(11,763)

Alojz

Jul 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Our friends who visited Venice 2 years ago recommended us to use the transport from the port of Punta Subbiony. Parking at the port was without problems. We bought tickets for 1 day, for the Vaporetto ACTV Water Bus. It was a great choice. Discovering the beauty of Venice was much more interesting. When we were tired of walking, we went on a boat and sailed along the Main Canal. We also visited Murano island. I think the price of €25 per person for 1 day is excellent. Next time, however, we will definitely stay here for at least 2 nights. In other words, you can only taste Venice in 1 day.

Zeiler

Jul 2025

Verified booking

4/5

After some initial difficulties understanding the timetables, everything worked very well. Boats came at regular intervals. It is possible to reach the whole city easily by public transport. Sufficient time should be allowed for the trips, as the boat is not as fast as a bus. There are a lot of passengers at the hotspots, so it can happen that you don't get a lift and have to wait for the next boat

Isabelle

Jul 2025

Verified booking

5/5

After booking online, all we had to do was enter a code at a terminal outside the station to collect our passes. We then used them very often, in the city, sometimes to go from one side of the Grand Canal to the other, to go to Murano, to the Lido, and even to take a bus back from the beach at the Lido. However, the 7-day pass is a bit fragile. It could be laminated. Or we could buy a (cheap) protection.

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.

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.

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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Guests from Germany, France, United States and over 61 countries have loved this experience
Tanja
Jul, 2025Verified booking
5/5
Carefree use of the water bus all day long without having to buy tickets all the time. It's a very convenient way to explore the city. The ticket worked perfectly at every station. The first time we received the tickets via the code at the machine also went smoothly
Melanie
Jul, 2025Verified booking
5/5
Steamboats punctual ,frequent and very comfortable . We walked around for 3 days . I recommend this cheap and very comfortable solution to everyone.
Iain
Jul, 2025Verified booking
5/5
We loved being able to jump on and off the vaporetto system. Highlights were our use on Line 1 on the Grand Canal and trips out to Murano andd Burano.
Meier
Jun, 2025Verified booking
5/5
You can just get in and "ship" off without thinking twice. Unfortunately, the vaporettos were on strike when we arrived, so we had to walk everything with our suitcases 😬.
Dirk
May, 2025Verified booking
5/5
The ticket could be booked online in advance. Picking it up at the designated machine with the assigned code worked well. The tickets always worked reliably. The individual lines have a good frequency and are very reliable.

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

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.

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.

While pre-booking tickets saves you from long queues, please note that there may still be some waiting time during peak hours and high season.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please bring a valid photo ID proof for verification.

Ticket redemption point

Please check your final voucher for specific instructions.