This depends on where you're traveling from, the nationality on your passport, and whether your destination country is part of the Schengen Agreement. This agreement sees 26 European countries, including Italy, offer visa-free travel to nationals from 60 other countries, including Australia, the United States, Canada, Japan, and the United Kingdom.

To check whether you'll need a visa for the country you're travelling to, you can find more information on the Schengen Visa's website.

Venice has bright sunny weather, moderate temperatures and fewer crowds during spring (March - May) and early fall (September - October), with unique cultural events taking place like the Venice Historical Regatta (September) and Feast of St. Mark (April). February is when Venice Carnival takes place, and while it’s busy it’s also the spectacle of a lifetime.

Generally, the best time to visit Venice for the weather is in spring, before the heat of the summer arrives (regularly exceeding 86ºF), or in fall, when the city starts to cool down with temperatures averaging around 64ºF.

Venice uses the same currency as the rest of Italy, the Euro.

Venice has 3 associated plug types: type C (two round parallel pins), type F (two round parallel pins and one hole above them), and type L (three round pins in a line). The standard voltage in Venice is 230V at a frequency of 50Hz.

It is customary to leave a small cash tip after a meal, round of aperitivos or drinks at a cafe or restaurant. Many restaurants may add an optional service charge to your bill of between 10-12%. On tour with Trafalgar, tips and gratuities are included as part of your tour price and taken care of by your Travel Director for anything included as part of your tour experience.

ATM access is easily available in Venice, though it’s best to use ATMs linked directly to a bank (look out for the ‘Bancomat’ signage) so you avoid getting charged.

Internet access is easily available in Venice; there are mobile hotspots across the city, and many restaurants, hotels and cafes have free Wi-Fi that patrons or guests are able to use.

Tap water is safe to drink in Venice, and there are over 100 drinking fountains across the city where you can fill up a reusable water bottle when you’re exploring.

For most, four days is enough time to explore Venice. On average our Venice guided tours allow two to three nights in the city, where you’ll meet Local Specialists and craftspeople for a real insight into what life is like there.

We highly recommend guests purchase travel insurance prior to your trip. Please ensure you add the details of your insurance to the MyTrafalgar portal.

Your insurance should cover trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, and evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events.

Book your travel insurance with Trafalgar's Travel Protection Plan, which includes the Cancel For Any Reason Credit Certificate Feature and the Travel Insurance Benefits that may help to protect your vacation payment against the unexpected.