14 Best Instagram Spots in Venice, Italy

14 Best Instagram Spots in Venice, Italy

Are you looking for the best Instagram spots in Venice? Venice is one of the most Instagrammable places in Europe.

There are many photo spots in the city that you can easily explore in 1-2 days and enjoy the best things to do in Venice, Italy.

This blog post includes the most Instagrammable places in Venice that should be on your list.

Use the map at the bottom of our post to easily plan your content creation route and find the best Instagram photo spots in Venice.

Best Time to Visit Venice

Venice is the perfect all year round destination, with beautiful and sunny weather. During the day, temperatures can be between 11-28°C.

Did you know that Venice is one of the most popular destinations in Europe?

Therefore in high season, we strongly recommend booking accommodation in advance!

The best time to visit Venice is in spring (from March to May) or autumn (from September to November) when temperatures are more comfortable for sightseeing.

Read our → Italy Itinerary for 2 Weeks

Good to know
The summer months are the peak season in Italy when hotel prices are higher and attractions are busier.

How to Get to Venice, Italy

You can easily get to Venice by plane, train, bus, car, or ferry. Venice is one of the best tourist destinations in Europe, so you can’t miss it on your Italy Itinerary.

One of the cheapest ways to travel within Europe is by FlixBus or a low-cost airline.

Venice has an International Airport, the Venice Marco Polo Airport (airport code VCE), where you can get many cheap flights from Europe.

If you are driving, leave your car in one of the car parks and start sightseeing in Venice.

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Use Skyscanner to find cheap flights to Venice.

How to Get Around Venice

Walking around Venice is the cheapest and easiest way to get around. Wear comfortable shoes and explore the narrow streets and walk across the bridges.

The downside is that you sometimes have to walk a lot, and it takes a long time to get from one place to another.

The fastest option is to use water buses, Vaporetto. A one-way ticket costs 9.50 EUR and is valid for 75 minutes.

If you want to stay longer or plan to use the Vaporetto a lot, you should buy a 24-hour ticket.

A 24-hour ticket costs 25 EUR, a 48-hour ticket 35 EUR, and a 72-hour ticket 45 EUR. Always get your ticket validated before boarding!

Good to know
ACTV water buses run 24 hours a day!

Best Instagram Spots in Venice

1. Catch the Sunrise at St. Mark’s Square

Wake up early and start your Venice itinerary with a magical sunrise. The beautiful sunrise colors provide the best Instagram photo spots in Venice.

From the waterfront of St. Mark’s Square, where the main square meets the sea, you can see one of the most iconic views of Venice in breathtaking colorful lights.

You can take beautiful photos with the gondolas and San Giorgio Maggiore Island in the background.

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Good to know
St. Mark’s Square is located in the center of Venice, easily accessible by foot or water bus.

2. Discover the Sights of St. Mark’s Square

Piazza San Marco is one of the most Instagrammable places in Venice and is incredibly crowded during the day. It is surrounded by beautiful architecture, cozy cafes and restaurants, and many souvenir vendors.

As Piazza San Marco offers fantastic photo opportunities, it was our favorite place in Venice. We explored all the perspectives and then had breakfast at a nearby café.

St. Mark’s Square is home to some of the most famous buildings in Venice, such as St. Mark’s Basilica, St. Mark’s Campanile, and Doge’s Palace.

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Visit early in the morning for the best Instagram-worthy photos!

3. See the Bridge of Sighs & Doge’s Palace

Although the story of the bridge is not romantic, it is one of the best places to visit in Venice. The story goes that this bridge connected the interrogation rooms of the Doge’s Palace to the prison.

It’s called the Bridge of Sighs because prisoners who crossed the bridge looked out and sighed one last time before they were imprisoned.

After the Bridge of Sighs, visit the Doge’s Palace.

The entrance fee to the Doge’s Palace is 30 EUR for adults and 15 EUR for children (6-14 years old).

The current opening hours are daily from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Good to know
If you buy your ticket online, you can avoid queuing and get a reduced price.

4. Visit Free Rooftop Terrace

Fondaco Dei Tedeschi offers one of the best Instagram spots in Venice. This fantastic viewpoint is located on top of a luxury shopping center and is free to visit.

The Fondaco Dei Tedeschi is just a 2-minute walk from the Rialto Bridge.

The rooftop is open from 10:15 AM to 6:00 PM.

Good to know
Online reservations for visits are required, and each visit is limited to 15 minutes!

5. See Rialto Bridge

The Rialto Bridge is one of the most famous sights in Venice and offers fantastic photo opportunities. Because of its popularity, it is very crowded during the day.

Around the Rialto Bridge, you will find many restaurants and shops, making it an ideal place to break. But prices are always higher in tourist spots!

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6. Go inside St. Mark’s Basilica

The stunning building of St. Mark’s Basilica is one of the best Instagram spots in Venice. No entrance fee, but sometimes there can be incredibly long queues.

The St. Mark’s Basilica is open from 9:30 AM (Sundays from 2 PM) until 5:15 PM.

You cannot enter with a large backpack or suitcase. There is luggage storage nearby if you need to use it.

Good to know
There is a dress code, so you must cover your shoulders and knees.

7. Taste the Best Gelato in Venice

Are you looking for the best gelato in Venice? Then visit Gelatoteca Suso, where the gelatos are incredibly delicious, and you can choose from many flavors.

There can be crazy queues during the day as everyone wants an Instagram-worthy photo in Venice, but it’s worth the long wait.

The Rialto Bridge is only 2 minutes from the Gelatoteca Suso.

But we recommend hurrying as the ice creams melt quickly in the summer heat. Enjoy the heavenly flavors and take a gelato photo in Italy.

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8. Climb St. Mark’s Campanile

From the 99 meters high St. Mark’s Campanile, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the city.

The Bell Tower of St. Mark’s Basilica entrance fee is 8 EUR for adults and 4 EUR for children.

The opening hours are different every season. But it is usually open from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (in the summer months until 9:00 PM).

If you don’t have time to climb to the top of St. Mark’s Campanile, you can also take beautiful photos at the square.

9. Shop at the Best Bookshop in Venice

The Libreria Acqua Alta is located away from the tourist area. A unique bookshop in Venice that offers beautiful Instagram spots.

There are lots of cats and new and old books. Some of the books are in gondolas because water can flood the bookshop.

The Libreria Acqua Alta bookshop is open daily from 9 AM to 8 PM. Free to visit!

After taking enough photos, you can buy some charming souvenirs.

Another unique bookstore → Livraria Ler Devagar in Lisbon

10. Gondola Ride in Venice

One of the best Instagram spots in Venice is a gondola tour along the canals. The gondola prices in Venice are official and valid for the whole city.

The tours cost 80 EUR for a 30-minute gondola ride. If you want to go on a gondola tour at sunset, the price is 100 EUR.

Many people think that the price of gondolas is overpriced. But as the price is per gondola and not per person, in our opinion, the cost is affordable for a small group of friends or family.

Good to know
The gondolas can carry up to 4-5 people at a time.

11. Enjoy the View from Scala Contarini del Bovolo

This is a must-do in Venice, so don’t miss it! The Scala Contarini del Bovolo is a beautiful architectural gem located 10 minutes from St. Mark’s Square.

A spiral staircase leads up to the top of the building, from where you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view of Venice.

The Scala Contarini del Bovolo is open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM.

The entrance fee for adults is 8 EUR, and reduced tickets (12-26 years old, over 65 years) are 6 EUR.

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Combine your visit to Venice with the beautiful Italian Dolomites.

12. Find the Dock that is Famous on Instagram

One of the best Instagram photo spots in Venice is not easy to find because it has no name or address. This place is less known to tourists, so it’s incredibly atmospheric.

You will find it behind the Hotel San Moise. 

Perfect place for a romantic dinner! Bring a bottle of wine and a pizza with you and enjoy the view when the gondolas pass by.

13. Get Lost and Stroll along the Canals

Get lost in the narrow streets, stroll along the canals, cross bridges, and enjoy your visit to Venice with a delicious Italian dish or an Aperol Spritz.

The main Venice tourist places can get extremely busy, especially in the high season. So we recommend you explore the quieter parts of the city and see its hidden beauties.

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Look in the charming shops, buy souvenirs, and take photos of the beautiful Venetian masks.

14. Day Trip from Venice to Burano Island

Are you looking for more Instagram spots in Venice? Then visit Burano Island. Burano is a picturesque village with charming streets and colorful buildings.

The easiest way to get from Venice to Burano is by Vaporetto (water bus). The journey takes about 45 minutes, and the one-way ticket costs 9,50 EUR.

You need to catch line 12, which departs from F.Te Nove “A”. Ferries leave every 20-30 minutes throughout the day.

Burano is a popular day trip from Venice, so you should go early in the morning and spend some fantastic hours on the island.

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If you have time after Burano, visit Murano, another beautiful island of Venice.

Map of the Most Instagrammable Places in Venice

Tips for Visiting the Best Venice Instagram Spots

• Plan your Venice Itinerary in advance.
• Download Google Maps on your phone and mark the places you want to visit.
• Avoid the crowds and arrive as early as possible.
• Allow enough time to explore the sights and take photos.
• The best way to discover Venice’s attractions is on foot or by water bus (Vaporetto).
• If you stay longer, save money and buy a 24-hour, 48-hour, or 72-hour ticket.
• Always check the current opening times of attractions, as they may be different in summer and winter!
• Get off the beaten track and find the hidden gems.
• Avoid queuing and buy your tickets online in advance!

Where to Stay in Venice

The city has several districts, but we recommend staying close to the attractions to make the most of the best Instagram spots in Venice.

The accommodation options are available for all budgets.

Best hotels in Venice, Italy

• Luxury: Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
• Mid-Range: Hotel Rialto, Venice
• Budget: Hotel Ariel Silva

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We recommend booking accommodation in Venice in advance, especially in the high season!

How Many Days do you Need in Venice?

Depending on how many days you will be in Italy, plan your trip to spend at least 1-2 days in Venice.

You’ll need a whole day to visit the islands of Burano and Murano and at least a full day if you want to explore the city at your more comfortable pace.

We hope you found our guide to the best Instagram spots in Venice helpful, and for more photo inspiration, follow @dittusandmate.

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