Cruising into the port of Venice Italy is one of those magical travel moments. For us, it was several years ago, and we were on the NCL Spirit. We stood at the bow of the cruise ship, and despite the crowds, looking out it was captivating.
I shared my photos of Venice at the time, but for some reason, these remained in my files until today.
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Initial views: Before the port of Venice Italy
Apartments near the port of Venice Italy
A few facts about the Port of Venice Italy:
- Arrival by the sea travels through the Venetian Lagoon, which is how I was able to capture all the shots above.
- The port of Venice is the eighth busiest commercial port in Italy as well as being one of the busiest cruise ports in the Mediterranean.
- Annually, nearly 500 ships arrive and depart carrying 700,000 cruise passengers from 32 different cruise lines. One look at the images above and you can see why it is so popular. We love cruising, and Venice is a magical port.
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We sailed to Venice from Athens Greece. It was the final port of a 12-night Mediterranean Cruise that started in Barcelona, Spain. We have been to many cruise ports around the world, and Venice is one of the most beautiful.
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Leah
I’ve been to Italy once before but unfortunately didn’t have the opportunity to check out Venice. Hopefully one day 🙂 We were only able to do Rome and Florence, although Florence has been one of my all-time favorite cities.
Rhonda Albom
Rome and Florence are both amazing cities. I wouldn’t say “only” as those are great adventures. It seems the more places we go, the more that gets added to our bucket list.
Lisa @ LTTL
Venice was interesting but not one of our favorites. It was hot, tons or people, and it smelled… all of which could have been fixed if we would have visited in the early spring. I think I would have loved it if I would have traveled there at a different time of year. We came in via bus from the mainland.
Lisa @ LTTL
Rhonda Albom
I don’t remember it smelling, but to me that’s just part of travel.
kelleyn rothaermel
My favorite city! I never get tired of it!
Rhonda Albom
I have only been twice, but I love it too.
Lindsay
Wonderful photos! I’m getting some serious wanderlust!
Rhonda Albom
LOL – that’s the idea.
Ruth Daly
What a great series of pictures. I really like the overall views – you have some amazing shots of the areas you cruised past. Usually the photos I’ve seen of Venice show details of buildings, etc. so it was interesting to see a different perspective with a wider angle.
Rhonda Albom
I think being up high on the ship really makes a difference for the photos.
Rhonda Albom
Being high up as we were coming in made a difference too.
indah savitri
I went there 3 times and I really enjoyed it. We managed to come down there during the Carnivale, Rhonda. It was one unforgettable trip indeed
Rhonda Albom
This was my second visit, but nothing as exciting as Carnival.
Mother of 3
I’ve always, always, always wanted to visit Venice! Thanks for sharing your pictures with us at OMHGWW!
Rhonda Albom
I don’t think I would want to live there, but it sure is a great place to visit.
Merlinda Little (Glimmer of Hope)
Drooling over the stunning view you saw!
Andrea
Thanks so much for the tour, at least i have the views in my mind. I’ve been to Rome but might not be there in this lifetime.
Rhonda Albom
I hope you get to Venice, it is so different from anywhere else I have been.
Lydia C. Lee
I arrived on train. It blew my mind seeing the water at the curb as you walked out of the station – even though I knew it was there, seeing it was so amazing!
Rhonda Albom
We never made it to the train station.
Comedy Plus
Anything on a boat is awesome. I can remember the first time we cruised to San Francisco. It was magical. I’m guessing you felt the same doing this cruise into the city. Way cool.
Have a fabulous day. 🙂
Rhonda Albom
I can imagine sailing into San Francisco. It would be truly magical, to cross under the golden gate and have the city open up in front of you.
Photo Cache
Arrived by plane in Venice, then took a cruise out of Venice to the Greek Islands. It’s so lovely especially with blue skies.
Rhonda Albom
Ooh, that would be a fun cruise to take. I have only been to a few of the Greek Islands, but I loved them.
Patrick Weseman
Never been there. Those are some amazing photos you took. Very nice.
Paul F. Pietrangelo
What wonderful photos from the ship. I understand that Venice is sinking into the water. I hope that all those brilliant places are not lost. I’ve never been there. maybe some day.
Have a wonderful Tuesday Rhonda. See ya.
Cruisin Paul
Rhonda Albom
Sadly, it is true that it is sinking, or that world water levels are raising. I hope they are not lost as well.
stevebethere
What beautiful views of a lovely place you took some nice photos Rhonda and so clear too, my brother recently visited there
Have a scenictastic day & thanks for “dropping” by LOL 🙂
Rhonda Albom
Did you brother approach via sea? It is really a cool way to come into Venice.
Jessica @ Independent Travel Cats
Hi Rhonda, Always love some great photos of beautiful Venice! Sounds like you had a great cruise. I never get tired of seeing the city and this reminds me that I haven’t shared photos from our wedding there in October. ~ Jessica
Rhonda Albom
What a magical place for a wedding. I can’t wait to see those photos.
Alex J. Cavanaugh
The view from the ship gave you a great photo opportunity. Those are awesome.
Tamar Strauss-Benjamin
What a gorgeous place!
Tanja (the Red phone box travels)
nice photos!
Lady Fi
Oh, I love these photos of Venice. Such a great city!
Hilary
Hi Rhonda – what amazing views … and if I ever go – I will cruise in! Can’t say I approve of that route, or perhaps any route now – because of the ‘wash’ and because of the pollution and huge numbers of people … but incredible photos – cheers Hilary
Rhonda Albom
You make some excellent points about the negative sides of cruising. The crowds and pollution really apply to all travel these days, unless you are backpacking or cycling.
Joyful
Beautiful photos. I’ve yet to have the pleasure of travel to this beautiful place.
Rhonda Albom
I hope you get a chance. Venice is quite magical.
Kathy Marris
Funnily enough we have just planned a Mediterranean cruise for next year which departs from Rome and finishes in Venice. So naturally I found this post very relevant. The photos I see of Venice are simply amazing and I can’t wait to see it all for myself. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Rhonda Albom
Our cruise was 12 nights and started in Barcelona, ending in Venice. I blogged about many of the ports, sharing my best tips for each. Check them out if you want.
Gemma Wiseman
Such wonderful views from the cruise ship. I have never seen Venice from these perspectives. Fascinating.
Rhonda Albom
We were quite high up on an upper deck. I think that makes a big difference.