Venice - Marghera Cruises
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Venice, a romantic MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, is an artisan masterpiece. The city is built on 118 small islands, separated by canals, in a shallow lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. This UNESCO World Heritage Site overflows with beauty – from the gondola-lined canals and ancient marble palaces to historical architectural feats like St. Mark’s Basilica and the Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo. Visiting Venice is like being in a fabled land, a scintillating mix of culture, history, and water.
MSC Cruises excursions offer plenty of exciting things to see including:
· Saint Mark’s Square
· Famous Venetian Museums
· Gondola Experience
MSC Cruises excursion to the illustrious St. Mark’s Square, Venice’s cultural, religious, and political centre. See the iconic Basilica, an Italo-Byzantine masterpiece, with its beautiful bell tower and golden mosaics. Next door, Doge's Palace, a Gothic jewel, will impress with its seriously sublime ornamentation. Next, cast your eyes over the Bridge of Sighs, an ornate white limestone beauty. At the end of the tour, unwind in one of the piazza’s chic cafes for a coffee and a sweet. People watch, read a book, or gaze down to the sea.
Explore Venice’s fascinating museums on a cultural MSC Cruises excursion. After a leisurely boat ride to iconic St Mark’s Square, you’ll visit an array of museums near the piazza. Explore Correr Museum to glimpse collections of historical Venetian paintings. Swing by the Archaeological Museum to discover is a treasure chest of antique sculptures, pottery, coins, and gemstones. Finally, wander the Biblioteca Marciana, one of most extensive libraries in Italy. This literary paradise houses one of the world’s greatest collections of classical texts including Greek, Latin and Oriental manuscripts.
Explore the romantic city of Venice with an exciting cruise along its mysterious canals. This MSC Cruises excursion will see you taking a boat ride through the city’s world-famous waterways, admiring magnificent bridges, grand patrician palaces, and the city’s famous narrow streets, the calli. Soak up the ancient atmosphere as you make your way through the world’s most incredible aquatic maze. Afterwards, enjoy a guided walk around the calli to learn more about the city.
Venice Access Fee
How does it work?
Starting from April 3rd till 26th July 2026., daily visitors entering Venice between 8:30 and 16:00 are required to pay an access fee before arriving. This fee amounts to €5 if paid at least four days prior to your arrival in Venice, or €10 if paid three days or less before your visit.
You can find more information about the Venice Access Fee and make the payment on the following link: https://cda.veneziaunica.it/.
After completing your payment, you will receive a QR code. Please be prepared to present it if requested by local law enforcement while you are in the Ancient City.
Please note that:
- Guests booked on MSC shore excursions in Venice do not need to pay this fee directly, as it is included in the price of the tour.
- Guests travelling to and from the Stazione Marittima Cruise Terminal to complete embarkation and disembarkation procedures are not required to pay, provided they do not enter the Ancient City.
Complete details, including a list of exemptions and payment, can be found here: https://cda.veneziaunica.it/en/exemptions.
All Guest, including those exempt from payment, must present a QR code to local authorities:
- Guests who pay the fee will receive the QR code automatically.
- Exempted guests must apply online to obtain their QR code, please check this link for more detailed information.
While there are no physical barriers to enter Venice, law enforcement may approach you and ask you to show your QR code or any other proof of exemption at any time during your stay. Failure to provide this could result in a fine.
Please note that MSC Cruises cannot be held liable for non-compliance with the above.
We strongly advise all guests planning to visit the Ancient City to obtain their QR code before entering.
How do I pay the Entry Venice Fee?
The new payment system requires visitors to obtain a QR code showing proof of payment of the access fee or their exemption (check https://cda.ve.it/en/faq#persons-exempt for info).
To obtain your QR code ahead of your arrival, please visit this linkhttps://cda.veneziaunica.it/and follow the instructions.
While there are no physical barriers to enter Venice, law enforcement may approach you and ask you to show your QR code or any other proof of exemption at any time during your stay. Failure to provide this could result in a fine.
Please note that MSC Cruises cannot be held liable for non-compliance with the above.
We strongly advise all guests planning to visit the Ancient City to obtain their QR code before entering.
