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Day trip from Venice
Lido di Venezia
Beaches, bikes & Art Nouveau villas
Around 15 minutes by water bus
Why visit
Swap canals for a long sandy Adriatic beach, leafy avenues and Liberty-style villas on the barrier island that hosts the Venice Film Festival.
Top things to see
- Adriatic beach
- Gran Viale
- Cycling along the island
Suggested one-day plan
Morning
Travel from Venice to Lido di Venezia and start with Adriatic beach.
Midday
Pause for lunch in Lido di Venezia; allow time to wander the centre.
Afternoon
Visit Gran Viale and Cycling along the island, depending on opening times.
Evening
Return to Venice; check the last train, bus or boat before setting out.
Getting there from Venice
Water buses run from San Zaccaria and other stops to Lido Santa Maria Elisabetta.
Recommended time needed
A relaxed half day.
Good to know
- Many beach areas are private lidos with paid loungers; public beaches exist too.
- Bikes can be hired near the water-bus stop.