Is Port of Venice closed to cruise ships?

Venice recently banned cruise ships over 25,000 GRT (gross tonnage), forcing them to use ports nearby. But which cruise ships can still call into Venice? Luckily, many of our favourite small ship cruise lines are under the maximum GRT and can still sail right into the heart of the Venetian Lagoon.



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The good news is that most cruise lines stay at least two days in Venice, allowing more time to explore this unique city. Venice is both a port of call and a homeport in Italy for cruises in the eastern Mediterranean. However, the overwhelming majority of cruise ships dock in Venice to embark and disembark passengers.

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Areas To Avoid in Venice & Other Tips To Evade the Crowds
  1. Visit during the off-season.
  2. Seek out Venice's hidden gems.
  3. Book skip-the-line tickets and explore after dark.
  4. Stay in Venice's quieter neighbourhoods.
  5. Take a day trip to Venice's lesser-visited islands.


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