The location is excellent. There are few budget-friendly options for getting around Venice. I've noticed some criticism about the Venice waterbus system. Although it can be quite confusing and it's advisable NOT to use the AVM VENIZIA app for purchasing tickets (it's useful for checking times), the public waterbus offers a fantastic way to view Venice from the water, both during the day and at night. Try to secure seats outside, preferably at the back or front. I highly recommend getting one (€25), two (€35), or three-day passes (€45). A single ride costs €9.50 for 75 minutes. The waterbus that stops in front of the Doges Palace is definitely worth taking. One of the routes goes along the Grand Canal, and you can use the waterbus stops to access Murano, Burano, and the airport. We opted out of the pricey water taxis and just used the waterbus instead.
The vaporettos are an excellent means of transportation around Venice. You can also visit various islands such as Burano, Murano, and Lido Dr. The best value is to get an all-day ticket for €20, allowing unlimited trips on the boats and buses, so you can hop on and off as you wish. The routes are straightforward, and maps are available along with online schedules. The boats are numbered and run frequently. While you can sit inside, I preferred standing outside to take pictures of the stunning views of Venice.
The Vaporetto is the primary mode of transport in Venice. While you can catch a train to the main station or walk through the streets, truly experiencing Venice means seeing it from the water! The Vaporetto system is highly efficient and one of the fastest methods to travel to the various islands. First and foremost, I recommend purchasing a 1/2/3 day pass; otherwise, it can become quite pricey as a single ride costs €7.5 and the ticket is valid for only 60 to 90 minutes. Extended passes are available for multiple uses, alleviating the need to buy a ticket each time. I bought a 2-day pass for €40; the 1/2 day passes cost €30/€20. Please ensure to validate your pass before boarding the Vaporetto, as I saw several ticket-checkers during my visit. Riding the Vaporetto was a fascinating experience, with different models of boats used on each route. While in Venice, make sure to ride the Vaporetto as much as possible and enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds.
Avoid purchasing the tourist ticket. A single ride costs €1.50 if you buy it per trip, while the tourist ticket is €20 for one day and €30 for two days. The rides offer decent views, especially if you stand outside. Photos from the waterbus are attached.
I frequently visit Venice and enjoy exploring the city on foot. However, this time I needed to take the water bus to visit the islands. I decided to purchase a day pass for €20, which was the most economical option to enjoy my day. I must admit, during the summer, it can get quite crowded and disorganized, with a lack of information about other lines or connections unless you wait in long queues to ask simple questions. No one provides you with a map with the tickets showing the connections, and mostly everything is displayed in Italian, which can be challenging in such a tourist-heavy city.
