Why visit
Venice is 118 islands, 400 bridges, and a fragile lagoon you can cross by vaporetto. Visit in shoulder season; the crush of high summer hurts everyone.
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Venice at a glance
City population
250k
Metro: 560k
Elevation
1 m
3 ft
Time zone
UTC+1 (UTC+2 DST)
Europe/Rome
Airport
VCE
Marco Polo
Founded
421 CE (by tradition)
Getting around
Vaporetto (water bus) + walking; no cars anywhere in the historic city
Signature dish
Cicchetti, sarde in saor, risotto al nero di seppia, fegato alla Veneziana
Neighborhoods for travelers
San MarcoCannaregioDorsoduroSan PoloCastelloGiudecca
Italy at a glance
Country center
42.8°, 12.8°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
301,336 km²
116,346 mi²
Country population
58.9 million
195/km²
Subregion
Southern Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+39
Language
Italian
Demonym
Italian
Internet
.it
UN
Member state
ISO code
IT / ITA
Where in the world
42.8° - 12.8°
Italy
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Did you know
- Venice is built on 118 small islands connected by 400+ bridges: constructed on wooden piles driven into the mud over centuries.
- The city has no roads: only canals, narrow alleys (calli), and small squares (campi). Even ambulances are boats.
- The population of the historic city has fallen from 175,000 in 1951 to under 50,000 today as locals are priced out.
- Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country (60+).
- Venice is built on over 100 small islands in a lagoon, connected by 400+ bridges.
Bordering Italy
Traveler notes
- Vaporetto day pass (24–72 hours)
- Burano and Murano islands combine in a half-day
- Biennale alternates art + architecture years
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Venice
What currency is used in Venice?
Venice uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Italy?
The primary language is Italian.
What is the international calling code for Italy?
The calling code is +39.
What airport serves Venice?
Marco Polo (IATA: VCE).
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