Venice Shared Arrival Transfer: Marittima Cruise Port to Central Venice

From€162.83
30 min
Venice, Italy

About this activity

Enjoy a convenient shared water taxi transfer from Marittima Cruise Port to central Venice, with luggage assistance and a professional driver.

Highlights

  • Convenient shared transfer from Marittima Cruise Port
  • Scenic water taxi ride through Venice's canals
  • Professional English-speaking driver
  • Luggage assistance provided
  • Direct drop-off at your Venice accommodation

Full description

Start your Venetian adventure with ease by booking this shared water taxi transfer from Marittima Cruise Port to central Venice. Skip the hassle of navigating public transport or hauling your luggage through crowded streets. A professional English-speaking driver will greet you at the port, assist with your luggage, and escort you to a comfortable water taxi. Glide through Venice's picturesque canals, soaking in the unique architecture and vibrant atmosphere. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped off directly at your accommodation, ready to explore the city's wonders. This service offers a seamless and stress-free start to your Venetian journey, ensuring you arrive relaxed and ready to immerse yourself in the magic of Venice.

Included / Excluded

  • Shared water taxi transfer from Marittima Cruise Port to central Venice
  • Professional English-speaking driver
  • Luggage assistance
  • Gratuities

Important information

Know before you book

  • This transfer is shared with other passengers; private transfers are available upon request.
  • Service is subject to availability; book in advance to secure your spot.
  • Gratuities for the driver are not included and are at your discretion.

Know before you go

  • Confirm your pickup time and location with the service provider in advance.
  • Ensure you have all necessary travel documents and identification.
  • Be prepared for potential delays due to weather or traffic conditions.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Brand of vehicle used may vary depending on your specific travel date.
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) will have certain restrictions. The vehicles CANNOT accommodate excess luggage. Please send an inquiry prior to travel to ask if excess luggage is acceptable. Additional fees will be charged on the day of travel for excess luggage. Baby seats are not available.
  • Transfer is wheelchair accessible but if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer and wheel chair assistant MUST be requested at time of booking
  • Price is per person, based on 6 adults per car/vehicle
  • Due to the Hotel Marriot location (Isola delle Rose), transfer to/from this Hotel are subjected to a surcharge of €20, payable on spot
  • If you're planning a day trip to Venice and staying outside the city, please note that an access fee will be required on certain dates. For more information, including details about exemptions and the specific dates when the fee applies, please visit (https://cda.ve.it).

Traveler reviews

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Left us stranded at the cruise terminal in rain storm

They did not show up so we were stranded in the rain ! Currently trying to arrange other transportation. This is the worse experience I’ve had with Vaitar or any travel company- never again

Cherie_WMay 12, 2026VIATOR

Absolutely recommend

We wouldn’t have made it into Venice without our guide there to save us and help us get from the port into the city and to our hotel. She was so lovely, helpful, and stayed with us until we were at our hotel.

Christina_MMay 10, 2025VIATOR

Buyer beware!

Be careful before booking! Cruise ships coming in to Venice must go to ports outside the city - Fusina or Chioggia. This is not a service that picks you up at either of those places. Our Viking ship docked at Fusina and I reached out to see if we could get a water taxi from the dock in Fusina to our hotel in Venice. They booked it, never mentioning that they didn't come to Fusina, and said they would meet us at the cruise terminal. Never having been to Venice, we did not realize that the cruise terminal they meant is a 20+ minute drive from Fusina. We had to scramble to get Viking to shuttle us to the cruise port. To make matters worse, because they gave us no clear meeting point, our shuttle driver directed us to the wrong spot, and our water taxi never came. Two phone calls to the taxi service and an hour and a half later, they repeatedly told us they were coming, but went to a different location from us. No attempts to find us, or clarify where we were waiting on their end, so we ended up taking public transportation. Although Viator responded to our request we were not able to get a full refund. If you choose to use this service, make sure you know exactly what you are getting, know that it's very over-priced (we learned later from our hotel). and be prepared to contact them, because they will not contact you.

Pam_QFeb 1, 2025VIATOR

Short trip from San...

Short trip from San Basilio terminal for smaller ships to our hotel. Gentleman was waiting at the terminal with our sign and smoothly moved our luggage to the dock for the water taxi. Took all of 15 or 20 minutes.

DOUGLAS_KJan 24, 2025VIATOR

Better than just getting a water taxi???

There was nobody waiting at the terminal with a sign and it took multiple phone calls to get an answer at the office of the company. Also took a bit to find out where we were supposed to go without the initial point of contact. A water taxi would have been cheaper and quicker.

Paul_MSep 19, 2024VIATOR

Additional information

Venice Marittima Cruise Port is approximately 30 minutes from Venice The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may attract a small additional fee, payable direct to driver. Please note, in case of fog or bad weather conditions the boat service will be diverted via Piazzale Roma by vehicle. Infants aged 3 years and under travel free of charge. They must be seated in the lap of an adult. No child seats or baby capsules are provided. Passengers are advised that this is a shared transfer and you may be required to wait up to 30 minutes before transferring to your water taxi and on to Venice stops If you're planning a day trip to Venice and staying outside the city, please note that an access fee will be required on certain dates. For more information, including details about exemptions and the specific dates when the fee applies.