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

Explore Venice and its islands on your own schedule with unlimited vaporetto access—now with a multilingual audio guide that brings the sights to life as you cruise.

Getting started

Start at any ACTV vaporetto stop in Venice, Lido, or the lagoon islands. Scan your pass at the ticket machine or onboard validator before boarding. You’ll need to revalidate the pass each time you ride. The audio guide works offline—just download it in advance and plug in your earphones as you go.

What to expect

Murano

Famous for its glassmaking legacy, Murano invites you to peek into workshops and browse glittering glass souvenirs.

Burano

A photographer’s dream, Burano charms with lace shops, gelato stops, and postcard-perfect canals lined with candy-colored houses.

Torcello

Torcello offers quiet, greenery, and history—walk past fields to see its ancient cathedral and peaceful countryside paths.

Features

• Unlimited travel on ACTV vaporetto lines for 1, 2, 3, or 7 days

• Access to ACTV buses in Mestre, Marghera, and mainland Venice

• Free use of the People Mover

• Optional upgrade: Multilingual city audio guide with offline access

• Children under 6 ride free without a ticket

Wrapping up

Your pass is valid until the end of your selected duration—finish your ride wherever you like, with no fixed endpoint.

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

Embark on an enchanting journey through the canals of Venice, where vaporetti glide silently past ancient palazzos and gondolas weave their way through narrow waterways. This pass crafts a seamless experience for explorers of Venetian history, devotees of island charm, and seekers of spontaneous adventures. With Murano's glassmaking workshops and Burano's colorful houses showcased in stunning detail, your audio guide narrates the city’s legends and architectural wonders as you navigate its intricate network of waterways and streets. Whether hopping between islands or exploring the mainland, this pass ensures that every transfer is a story waiting to be discovered. Glide along the lagoon with zero hassle, weaving through the fabric of Venice's rich tapestry, offering memorable encounters to forge cherished memories while understanding that each corner holds secrets yet to be explored.

Discovering Burano's Vibrant Houses

Access Burano during your tour's highlight segment where vibrant houses painted in a kaleidoscope of colors line the narrow streets, inviting you into a world where every house seems to tell a unique story. Marvel at the colorful facades that have become an emblematic part of Venetian culture, each shade carefully chosen and maintained over generations by local residents who take great pride in their homes' appearance. As you wander through these charming alleyways, discover artisanal lace shops displaying intricate patterns and delicate designs, a testament to Burano’s renowned craftsmanship in lace-making that dates back centuries. Experience the warmth of locals greeting visitors with smiles as they share tales of their island home, creating an intimate connection between heritage and modernity.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Venice's historical landmarks highest viewpoint
• Visit Burano's colorful houses vibrant kaleidoscope
• Experience Murano glassmaking workshops intricate designs
• Access mainland bus services convenient connectivity
• Include round-trip vaporetti transfers seamless travel
• Discover local legends and landmarks audio guide comprehensive

Inspired for explorers of Venetian heritage, devotees of island charm, and seekers of spontaneous adventures, this water bus and mainland bus pass weaves the narrative threads of Venice's rich tapestry into a memorable experience. Glide through the city’s intricate network of canals and streets, uncovering stories that whisper from every corner, like the murmurs of ancient poets along the banks of a serene lagoon.