Spend day 1 on San Marco, Rialto and the Grand Canal (line 1 vaporetto) with one booked interior — the Basilica or the Doge’s Palace. Give day 2 to Dorsoduro or Cannaregio, and day 3 to Murano and Burano. Skip stacking several timed entries and far islands on the same day; a 72-hour ACTV pass costs €45.
Checked 2026-09-18 · Venice · Itineraries
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | San Marco · Rialto · Grand Canal on line 1 · one booked interior |
| Day 2 | Dorsoduro (Accademia, Salute, Zattere) or Cannaregio (Ghetto, canals) |
| Day 3 | Murano glass + Burano; Torcello only with time |
| Passes | ACTV 24 h €25 · 48 h €35 · 72 h €45 |
| Cut first | Distant islands, extra transfers, a second interior |
The 3-day plan
Day 1 · San Marco, Rialto and the Grand Canal
Basilica San Marco · FAQ ↗ · Palazzo Ducale · visitor information ↗
Day 2 · Art and neighbourhoods
Day 3 · One lagoon plan
What to skip or cut
Don’t stack timed entries
Cut in this order
Gondola vs traghetto
Which vaporetto pass?
| Pass | Price |
|---|---|
| 75-minute ticket | €9.50 |
| 24 hours | €25 |
| 48 hours | €35 |
| 72 hours | €45 |
For a walking day plus an island day, compare the 24 h and 48 h passes against single tickets.
Quick answers
Is 3 days enough for Venice?
Yes — two city days plus one lagoon day covers the essentials at a calm pace.
Should I visit Murano and Burano on the same day?
Yes, on one lagoon day: Murano first for glass, then Burano. Add Torcello only if boats and time allow.
Which vaporetto pass should I buy for 3 days?
The 72-hour ACTV pass costs €45; with a mostly walking day, compare 24 h or 48 h passes.
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Related answers
Sources: ACTV · tickets & fares ↗ · Basilica San Marco · FAQ ↗ · Palazzo Ducale · visitor information ↗