Venice Lagoon
Opulent, vibrant and buzzing with life
Cruises and boating holidays in Venice
Venice, in the heart of the Venetian lagoon, is arguably the most beautiful water city in the world and a delight to explore. Some boat handling experience is recommended as the waterways can be busy.
Luxury hotel barges
Self-drive boats in the Venice Lagoon region
Locaboat
Locaboat operate 3 different types of self-drive rental boats in this region.
Pénichette Panoramic P.1020FB
& 1 child
Europa 400
& 2 children
The price shown is based on a 7-day cruise and indicates the lowest starting price, and excluding any special offer or discount.
Le Boat
Le Boat operate 12 different types of self-drive rental boats in this region.
Here is a random selection.
Magnifique
& 2 children
Clipper
& 2 children
Crusader
& 2 children
Horizon 1
& 2 children
The price shown is based on a 7-day cruise and indicates the lowest starting price, and excluding any special offer or discount.
France Passion Plaisance
France Passion Plaisance operate 0 different types of self-drive rental boats in this region.
The price shown is based on a 7-day cruise and indicates the lowest starting price, and excluding any special offer or discount.
Venice Lagoon cruise and boating information
Italy is home to many famous cities, and Venice is at the top of the list. The canals and lagoon of "Venezia" empty into the northern shores of the Adriatic Sea. A city which succumbs to the floods and waters of the "Acqua Alta" (high tides) as miles of intricate waterways with 118 small islands, 150 canals and 400 bridges.
The many islands surrounding the Venetian Lagoon—Murano, Burano, and Torcello—provide glimpses into Venetian culture, art, and history and should not be missed.
From lace making to glass blowing, pizza throwing to fishing, Venice is a melting pot of arts, crafts, skills, and traditional lifestyles that are a delight to discover. It is the birthplace of historical people such as Casanova, Marco Polo, and Vivaldi.
Further south, the protected nature reserves of the Po Delta and the nearby colourful fishing villages will delight nature lovers and ornithologists. Nearby sandy beaches make for the perfect combination of sightseeing and relaxing as you explore the vast Venetian lagoon's vast expanse.
Map of the waterways
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