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(13,235)

Michela C

Solo

Verified booking

5 days ago

I stayed in Marghera for the weekend and had done some research beforehand on what to see and how to get around. I bought a 48-hour ticket online for €35.00, which was very convenient for traveling by vaporetto and buses on the mainland. It’s a very charming city, truly full of places to visit. I was particularly struck by Lido for its cleanliness and the scent of linden trees that filled the air as I strolled through the streets. Don’t miss the traditional cicchetti found along the Fondamenta della Misericordia in the Cannaregio area. A must-see stop is Burano for its colorful houses and lace. There’s a lot of walking involved, so I definitely recommend comfortable shoes!

Daniel S

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

We bought a 3-day pass online. Redeeming the voucher for a printed ticket at a machine went smoothly. The vaporettos always arrived on time. The boat rides in and around Venice are truly unique. We would book this ticket again in a heartbeat.

Pascal N

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The ACTV 72-hour pass is an affordable and safe way to use ACTV public transportation, whether it’s the buses between the mainland and Venice or the entire vaporetto network. The PNR voucher received at the time of booking can be easily exchanged for the ticket.

John S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Excellent Found it quite easy to get actual tickets from machine in Mestre Found it very clear where we needed to use the tickets Tram service excellent Waterbuses brilliant and so many Ordinary buses great but I would have liked to have found route maps

Philippon L

Solo

Verified booking

6 days ago

Buying your tickets through this platform is a great way to avoid waiting in line at the airport exit or at the ticket kiosks. It also includes customer support to help you find solutions if you encounter any issues.

Stella H

Solo

Verified booking

2 days ago

It was so convenient to have this 7 day ticket to hop on and hop off the vaporetti in Venice and the islands of the Laguna. Such a good deal money wise and so easy to use. I recommend it to anyone wanting to visit Venice.

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
Michela C
Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
I stayed in Marghera for the weekend and had done some research beforehand on what to see and how to get around. I bought a 48-hour ticket online for €35.00, which was very convenient for traveling by vaporetto and buses on the mainland. It’s a very charming city, truly full of places to visit. I was particularly struck by Lido for its cleanliness and the scent of linden trees that filled the air as I strolled through the streets. Don’t miss the traditional cicchetti found along the Fondamenta della Misericordia in the Cannaregio area. A must-see stop is Burano for its colorful houses and lace. There’s a lot of walking involved, so I definitely recommend comfortable shoes!
Kristien E
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
They're easy to use and work perfectly! However, for me (as a foreigner), it was a bit complicated when I arrived in Venice, since I still had to convert them into “real” tickets after buying them online... plus, the machines for doing this were out in the sun, which made the screens unreadable... so stressful!
Daniel S
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
We bought a 3-day pass online. Redeeming the voucher for a printed ticket at a machine went smoothly. The vaporettos always arrived on time. The boat rides in and around Venice are truly unique. We would book this ticket again in a heartbeat.
Pascal N
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The ACTV 72-hour pass is an affordable and safe way to use ACTV public transportation, whether it’s the buses between the mainland and Venice or the entire vaporetto network. The PNR voucher received at the time of booking can be easily exchanged for the ticket.
Irene M
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
The ferries run very frequently and go in all directions. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to figure out which pier to choose for your destination at first. Still, I’d recommend buying day passes to get to your destination faster and more affordably.

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.