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Venice

The city of canals — a unique UNESCO World Heritage city where every square becomes a stage.

Destination story

A place with its own rhythm.

Venice is built on a lagoon of islands linked by bridges and canals. St Mark’s Square and Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, the Rialto Bridge and the Grand Canal form one of the most famous city views in the world, while the islands of Murano and Burano add colour and craftsmanship.

For WOFA participants, Venice is a once-in-a-lifetime destination with a great musical heritage, from Vivaldi to La Fenice opera house. Groups can perform in an extraordinary setting and explore the city on foot and by water bus.

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Why groups love Venice

  1. 01

    UNESCO-listed lagoon city

  2. 02

    Grand Canal and historic bridges

  3. 03

    Great musical heritage

  4. 04

    Murano glass and Burano lace

  5. 05

    Car-free streets and canals

  6. 06

    Unforgettable performance setting

Things to experience

  1. 01St Mark’s Square and Basilica
  2. 02Doge’s Palace
  3. 03Rialto Bridge and the Grand Canal
  4. 04Vaporetto trip on the Grand Canal
  5. 05Murano and Burano islands
  6. 06Teatro La Fenice

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Closest airports

  • Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) — ~13 km (about 20–30 min to Piazzale Roma)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: easyJet, Wizz Air, Volotea, Vueling
  • Treviso Airport (TSF) — ~40 km (about 40 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, Wizz Air

Train & coach arrival

• Venezia Santa Lucia and Venezia Mestre railway stations — high-speed and regional trains • Piazzale Roma — bus terminal at the edge of the historic centre

Ferry & port connections

• ACTV water buses and Alilaguna boats connect the airport, islands and city

Organised by WOFA

• Airport & port transfers: available on request — share your flight or ferry details and our team will send a quote and coordinate private group transport to your hotel. • Local group coaches: private transport can be booked on request for concerts, performance venues and day trips. • Excursions & guided tours: tailored sightseeing and activities can be arranged for your group with upfront pricing. • All additional services are optional and priced on request, based on your group size and schedule.
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Getting around

ACTV vaporetti (water buses) are the main public transport in the historic centre.

Practical notes

Coaches must stop at Tronchetto or Piazzale Roma and need a coach access permit. Day visitors may need to pay the Venice Access Fee on designated days; check current rules.

Upcoming festivals

Your next stage in Venice.

Discover upcoming WOFA Festival opportunities in this destination.

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Ready for Venice?

Your next international stage could be here.