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Venice with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Venice is magical for families, with boats, islands and glass-blowing. Here is how to spend a family trip in Venice — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Vaporetto & gondola
  2. 2Doge’s Palace & prisons
  3. 3Murano glass-blowing
  4. 4Burano’s colours

Boats and palaces

Ride the vaporetto and a gondola, and explore the Doge’s Palace with its armoury and prisons.

Glass and colours

Watch a glass-blowing demonstration on Murano and see Burano’s rainbow houses.

Getting lost

Enjoy the adventure of wandering the car-free maze of bridges and canals.

Venice with kids — FAQ

Is Venice good for kids?
Yes — the boats and gondolas, the car-free maze of bridges, the Doge’s Palace armoury and the glass-blowing of Murano make Venice a magical family destination.
What are the best things to do in Venice with children?
Top family picks are riding the vaporetto and a gondola, exploring the Doge’s Palace, watching glass-blowing on Murano and seeing Burano’s colourful houses.
Is Venice easy to visit with kids?
Venice is car-free and safe, but the many bridge steps make strollers tricky — a baby carrier is easier, and the boats are a fun way to get around.