Visiting Venice by Campervan: Where to Stay and How to Get In
Quick summary: Visiting Venice by campervan comes down to one rule: you don’t drive in. Venice is built on islands linked by canals and bridges, with boats instead of roads. Instead, stay at a campground on the mainland or the lagoon’s edge, some with a ferry ride of around 20 minutes into the city, or park where you can catch a bus, train or water bus. Venice Marco Polo Airport’s car parks are among the cheapest options, with shuttles into the city.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Driving in Venice | Not possible |
| Campgrounds | Mainland and lagoon edge |
| Ferry into the city | Around 20 minutes from some sites |
| Other options | Bus, train or water bus |
| Cheaper parking | Venice Marco Polo Airport |
| Tours | Grand Canal tours |
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Where can an RV stay for a visit to Venice?
At campgrounds on the mainland or across the water from Venice, some with ferries into the city. Arriving by boat is a memorable way to approach.
How do you get around Venice?
On foot and by boat. See Grand Canal tours, gondola rides and Rialto tours.
What should you see first?
St Mark’s Square, with the basilica and the Doge’s Palace. See St Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs.
How do you visit the lagoon islands?
By boat, from the city. See Murano tours, Burano tours and Torcello tours.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, Venice has no roads.
Yes, on the mainland and the lagoon’s edge.
By ferry, bus, train or water bus.
The car parks at Venice Marco Polo Airport are among the cheapest.