Arrival and expo
Wednesday 27 OctoberRunners collect bibs at the expo. Companions can split off for a half-day.
Venice Marathon 2027: spectator guide and weekend itinerary
29 to 31 October 2027 · ExpectedVenice, Italy
Venice Marathon takes runners a few hours and spectators all day. This guide gives supporters cheer points they can reach by public transport, plans the expo day and race eve around tired legs, and fills the recovery day in Venice.
Airport to From the Brenta Riviera into Venice over the lagoon bridge
Marco Polo airport (VCE) has Alilaguna water buses to San Marco and the Lido (about 1 hour 15 minutes), buses to Piazzale Roma (25 minutes) and water taxis (about 140 euros).
Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
Public transport directions to From the Brenta Riviera into Venice over the lagoon bridge
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Mestre | Mainland hotels 10 minutes by train or tram, much cheaper. |
| Mid-range | Cannaregio and Castello | Quieter canals with local bars. |
| Splurge | Grand Canal and the Lido | Palazzo hotels and beach hotels on the Lido. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Anda Venice
- Mid-range: Hotel Moresco
- Splurge: Hotel Excelsior Venice Lido Resort
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual marathon weekend schedule for 29 to 31 October 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
Day before the race
Thursday 28 OctoberRunners rest their legs: pick seated or slow outings, then an early pasta dinner.
- Easy outingCicchetti and wine walk
- EatTrattoria Alla Madonna
Race day
Friday 29 OctoberSpectators: pick two cheer points you can reach by public transport, then meet at the finish.
- Cheer pointPonte della Libertà.
- Cheer pointRiva dei Sette Martiri finish.
- EatCantina Do Spade
Recovery day
Monday 1 NovemberSore legs: boats, buses and long lunches beat walking tours today.
- Easy outingMask-making workshop
- Rain or heat backupPeggy Guggenheim Collection.
Family-friendly picks
Half day · Family · Low walking
Murano, Burano and Torcello boat tour
Glass, lace and colourful houses.
- Lido beaches.
- Natural History Museum.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Fondamenta della Misericordia bars.
6 tours worth booking for Venice Marathon
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica | Half day | Bad weather |
| Prosecco hills day trip | Full day | Food lovers |
| Mask-making workshop | Half day | Bad weather, Families |
| Gondola ride | Half day | Tired legs, Families |
| Murano, Burano and Torcello boat tour | Half day | Families, Tired legs |
| Cicchetti and wine walk | Evening | Food lovers, Night owls |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
- Gallerie dell'Accademia.
Getting around on event days
- Vaporetto passes (1 to 7 days) save money.
- Day-trippers must pay the access fee on peak days; overnight guests are exempt.
Day trips from Venice
- Padua: 25 minutes by train
- Verona: 1 hour 10 minutes
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Venice Marathon.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Venice Marathon 2027?
The next edition is 29 to 31 October 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to From the Brenta Riviera into Venice over the lagoon bridge?
Marco Polo airport (VCE) has Alilaguna water buses to San Marco and the Lido (about 1 hour 15 minutes), buses to Piazzale Roma (25 minutes) and water taxis (about 140 euros). Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
Where should I stay for Venice Marathon?
For most visitors the best base is Cannaregio and Castello: Quieter canals with local bars.
What else can we do around Venice Marathon?
Good short outings in Venice include Gondola ride, Murano, Burano and Torcello boat tour, Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Venice Marathon?
Family-friendly picks: Gondola ride, Murano, Burano and Torcello boat tour, Mask-making workshop. Lido beaches.
How far is From the Brenta Riviera into Venice over the lagoon bridge from Venice centre?
About 2 km in a straight line. Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
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