The Marittima Cruise Terminal is the closest cruise terminal to Venice, Italy. Located in the Venetian lagoon near Piazzale Roma and the historic centre, for many years it served as the main port for large cruise ships and ocean liners. Marittima is a busy, well-equipped hub and convenient gateway for cruise passengers arriving or departing by rail, car, or air. Its location provides easy access to central Venice via water, making it a good starting point for travellers who want to explore the city before or after their cruise. Marittima hosts various international cruise lines and is a starting point for Mediterranean itineraries, as well as Adriatic and Eastern Mediterranean routes. The port has multiple docking areas for different cruise ships, including a large passenger handling capacity for quick embarkation and disembarkation.
It is worth noting that new regulations devised for preserving the fragile ecosystems of the Venetian lagoon have reduced the size and number of cruise ships allowed to dock at Stazione Marittima cruise terminals. As a result, many shipping companies have diverted their ships to other ports (for instance, Ravenna, Trieste or nearby Fusina). That said, the Stazione Marittima still has 3 different working terminals; river cruises, ferries and hydrofoils and cruise ships weighing less than 25,000 tons can still dock there. Furthermore, some cruise companies arrange for their passengers to check in at Stazione Marittima before proceeding to an alternative terminal via shuttle bus.
Travel Curious are at your service for all your transfer needs from Stazione Marittima Cruise Terminal to central Venice via private vehicle and water taxi.
Stazione Marittima Cruise Terminal is located within the Venetian Lagoon, close to Piazzale Roma and the historic centre. Historically, Marittima has been Venice’s main cruise terminal, hosting large ocean liners and major cruise lines. Due to recent restrictions on large cruise ships entering Venice’s central lagoon, Marittima increasingly hosts smaller vessels and river cruises, so please do make sure to double check the port you will be disembarking at before booking.
By opting for this transfer service, your cruise terminal pick-up and water taxi to your hotel will be arranged ahead of time, taking the stress out of navigation and planning and ensuring you will not have to traverse the busy streets of Venice laden with luggage. It also gives you a charming introduction to the iconic Venice Canals as you float towards your accommodation. The cost of your transfer will include both a private car/minivan to take you to Venice and a private water taxi to your hotel since hotels in the centre can only be reached on foot or by boat.
We understand that traffic can cause delays on the journey to and from the cruise port, so we offer a fixed-price service to ensure costs remain predictable and manageable. We also provide a ‘meet and greet’ service at all cruise terminal pick-ups with our professional driver guides who possess extensive knowledge of Venice and are well-versed in the best routes to maximize the comfort and efficiency of your journey.
Travel Curious is at your service for all your transfer needs to and from Stazione Marittima Cruise Terminal via water taxi and private car service.
Located within the Venetian Lagoon, Stazione Marittima Terminal is the closest cruise port to the historic centre of Venice. Marittima has historically been Venice’s main cruise terminal, hosting large ocean liners and major cruise lines. As a result of restrictions on large cruise ships entering Venice’s central lagoon in recent years, Marittima has begun to host smaller vessels and river cruises, so please make sure to double-check the port you are scheduled to board your ship before booking.
By opting for our transfer service, your water taxi from your hotel and cruise terminal drop-off can be arranged ahead of time. This takes the stress out of navigation and planning and ensures you will not have to traverse the busy streets of Venice laden with luggage. It also gives you one last chance to enjoy the iconic Venice Canals as you sail towards the cruise terminal and prepare to depart for your next destination.
We understand that traffic can cause delays on the journey to and from the cruise port, so we offer a fixed-price service to ensure costs remain predictable and manageable. Since hotels in the centre can only be reached on foot or by boat, the price of your transfer will include a private water taxi pick up from your hotel followed by a car service that will take you directly to the cruise terminal. Our professional driver guides possess extensive knowledge of Venice and are well-versed in the best routes to maximize the comfort and efficiency of your journey.
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