Private Water Taxi Transfers: Venice Marco Polo Airport to/from Venice City Tickets at Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
Private Water Taxi Transfers: Marco Polo Airport to/from Venice City
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Private Water Taxi Venice Airport Transfer
Skip the queues and crowds with a private water taxi transfer between Venice Marco Polo Airport and your hotel. This door-to-door service takes you directly through Venice's famous canals, offering the most scenic and convenient way to start or end your visit. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups who want to arrive in comfort without wrestling with luggage on public transport.
The service runs every 30 minutes throughout the day and night, accommodating up to 6 passengers with space for 8 pieces of luggage. Whether you're staying along the Grand Canal or elsewhere in Venice, this private transfer gets you as close to your accommodation as the waterways allow.
How Venice Airport Water Taxi Works
Your transfer begins at desk 71 in Marco Polo Airport, where multilingual ground staff assist you in English, Spanish, German, or French. From there, it's an 800-metre walk to the water taxi pier where your private boat waits.
- Present your booking confirmation at desk 71 in arrivals
- Follow ground staff to the water taxi pier (800 metres from terminal)
- Board your private taxi with space for up to 6 guests and 8 suitcases
- Journey directly to your hotel or nearest accessible pier in Venice
- Departures every 30 minutes, day and night
For return journeys, pickup is arranged from the nearest accessible point to your hotel, depending on canal access and tide conditions. Simply provide your hotel name and flight details when booking to ensure smooth coordination.
Venice Water Taxi Drop-off Points
Hotels along the Grand Canal receive direct doorstep service. For other locations, you'll be dropped at one of 13 convenient piers within walking distance of your accommodation:
- Rialto, San Marco Todaro, Sant'Angelo
- Trinità, San Samuele, San Vio
- Giardini, Arsenale Museo, Ca' Rezzonico
- San Stae, SS Apostoli, Sabbioni
- Piazzale Roma Tre Ponti
The exact drop-off point depends on your hotel's location and current tide levels. During high tides or for less accessible accommodations, staff will arrange the closest feasible meeting point.
Good to Know
Each water taxi accommodates a maximum of 6 guests with generous luggage space for up to 8 pieces. The boats are operated by local professionals and maintain regular schedules throughout the day and night.
Guests staying at JW Marriott Isola delle Rose should note an additional 20 Euro supplement per trip, payable on arrival. Be sure to provide your hotel name and flight details when booking to ensure your driver knows exactly where to take you.
Free cancellation is available, giving you flexibility if your travel plans change. The service operates in all weather conditions, though severe storms may occasionally affect schedules.
Why you'll love it
- Enjoy hassle-free private and premium one-way water taxi transfers between Marco Polo Airport and Venice at an affordable price
- Get picked up or dropped off right next door to your hotel, with 13 conveniently located stops across Venice and doorstep drop-off at Canal Grande
- Take in Venice’s picturesque charm on your 40 to 60-minute ride with a maximum of six friends and up to eight bags of luggage
- Depending on your arrival and departure timings, you can choose between day and night transfers.
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- Know before you go
Water taxi operates every 30 minutes, day and night, to and from Marco Polo Airport and Venice
Provide your flight details and hotel name when booking to ensure seamless transfer
Direct hotel access may depend on tide levels and canal restrictions
The water taxi pier is an easy walk from the airport terminal
Supplemental charges may apply for select hotels, such as JW Marriott Isola delle Rose
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Arrive in Venice in comfort
Start your Venetian adventure with a relaxing and efficient water taxi ride between Marco Polo Airport and your hotel or chosen location in Venice city. Glide across the world-famous canals while skipping the inconvenience of crowded public transportation or lengthy land transfers.
Why choose a private taxi transfer?
Your journey begins as soon as you step out of arrivals at Marco Polo Airport. Meet the multilingual ground staff who provide assistance in English, Spanish, German and French at the dedicated desk. Once ready, walk the short distance (approximately 800 meters) to the water taxi pier and board your waiting vessel.
Regular departures every 30 minutes throughout the day and night
Direct service to select hotels along the Grand Canal and 13 other key locations in Venice
Tranquil and scenic ride, perfect to take in the Venetian skyline from the water
Flexible pickup and drop-off points
The water taxi caters to guests staying by the Grand Canal with doorstep service, while additional pickup and drop-off points are conveniently scattered around Venice, such as Rialto, San Marco Todaro, San Samuele and more. For hotels in less accessible locations or during high tides, a meeting point within walking distance will be provided. Please share your hotel name and flight details at the time of booking to ensure a smooth transfer.
Hotel direct drop-off for many properties on the Grand Canal
Additional stops: Rialto, San Marco Todaro, Sant’Angelo, Trinità, San Samuele, San Vio, Giardini, Arsenale Museo, Ca’ Rezzonico, San Stae, SS Apostoli, Sabbioni, Piazzale Roma Tre Ponti
Comfort and convenience guaranteed
The water taxi experience accommodates up to 6 guests and has ample space for 8 suitcases, ideal for families or small groups. Taxis are well-maintained and driven by local professionals for your peace of mind. For guests staying at JW Marriott Isola delle Rose, note there is a supplementary fee payable upon arrival.
Easy arrival and departure
Arriving from the airport, simply find the water taxi after a brief walk from the arrivals terminal. From Venice back to the airport, pick up is arranged from the nearest feasible point to your hotel based on canal access and tide conditions. Schedules run frequently both day and night to align with your flight or travel plans.
Access to prompt, scheduled service provides flexibility for late arrivals or early departures
Assistance from staff and clear instructions at booking ensure a hassle-free process
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Frequently asked
Where do I meet the water taxi at Marco Polo Airport?
Head to desk 71 where ground staff will guide you to the water taxi pier, approximately 800 meters from the terminal.
Can I get dropped off directly at my hotel?
Hotels located along the Grand Canal have direct access. For other hotels, drop-off will be at the nearest possible pier within walking distance.
How often do the taxis depart?
Private water taxis depart every 30 minutes throughout the day and night.
Is there an extra fee for certain hotels?
Yes, for JW Marriott Isola delle Rose an additional 20 Euro per trip is payable on arrival.
What should I provide when booking?
Be sure to include your hotel name and flight details to organize a smooth transfer.
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