Photo Walk Venice... Weekend Photography Break
I'm excited to say that in March 2026, I'll be leading a group photography break to the city of romance - Venice. There is so much to see and photograph on the lagoon island, we'll spend two days exploring the city centre + nearby islands of Murano (famous for glass making) and Burano (the rainbow island), also taking time to enjoy some Italian hospitality. I hope you'll consider joining me with your camera for what promises to be an unforgettable weekend. The photo walk weekend includes room only accommodation (private studio style rooms each with basic kitchen facilities), a 3 day public travel pass (inc. transfers to/from airport), two weekend photography excursions/walks and admission to the Murano glass museum. Full details are below.
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Dates: Friday 6th to Monday 9th March 2026 (3 nights)
Staying at: StayCity ApartHotels Venice (Mestre) - Via Ca' Marcello, 8L, 30172 Venezia VE, Italy
About our accommodation: StayCity is close to Mestre Station (drop off/boarding point for airport transfers) and a 15 minute bus/tram ride to Piazzale Roma, the gateway to Venice.
Accommodation is described as 'half apartment, half hotel' and rated highly on TripAdvisor (4.6 /5)
Rooms are studio style apartments with king size double beds and all have basic kitchen facilities.
Please click here for the StayCity ApartHotels website. Click here for Tripadvisor reviews and click here for a map of Mestre/Venice
The StayCity ApartHotel has been chosen for ratings and affordability, a basic but comfortable base to explore from. Please do take a look at the website and reviews before requesting a booking.
Number of Available Rooms: 5 (2 can be occupied as doubles)
Max. Group Number: 7
Price: £490 per person/single occupancy or £780 for double occupancy (two photo walkers*)
*If you'd like to book a double room with a non photographer, please email for pricing.
Rooms can be secured with a £100 per person deposit (non refundable from 14 days after payment).
Full balance is then due no less than 28 days before travel.
Full terms and conditions via the link below.
Price includes:
- 3 nights (room only) accommodation - private studio style apartments with king size double beds and basic kitchen facilities.
- Return bus transfers from Marco Polo (Venice Airport) to Mestre Station (public transport - bus No.15) - a 30 minute journey**
- Photography guidance throughout the weekend. Saturday walks planned to feature Venice's amazing architecture, life on the Grand Canal and landmarks including Rialto Bridge, St. Mark's Square and Basilica / The Doge's Palace / The Bridge of Sighs. On Sunday we'll travel by water bus to the islands of Murano (famous for glass making) and Burano (Rainbow Island).
- 3 Day Travel Pass - For use on public transport - trams, vaporetto (water bus) and road buses - valid from Friday to Monday
- Admission to the Murano glass museum.
**Transfer tickets and travel passes will be emailed approx. 2 weeks before travel
Not Included (Additional Expenses):
- Transport to/from your departure/return airport - Please wait for booking confirmation BEFORE booking your flight & making travel plans
- Flights to and from Venice (Marco Polo airport is recommended as closest)
- Food and Drink - Each studio apartment has basic kitchen facilities and there is a supermarket close by. There is also a cafe at the Aparthotel that serves breakfast, snacks and drinks for an additional fee. While we are out in the city, we will break for lunch/evening meals as a group (or individually if you'd prefer to do your own thing).
- Gondola Rides or Private River Taxis (although we may decide to do this as a group)
- Entry to other museums, galleries or attractions (Entry to Murano Glass Museum is included)
- Venice access fees (in 2025, visitors in March weren't required to pay this fee, this may change in 2026) - either 5 or 10 euros per day depending on when paid. I'll keep an eye on any updates and confirm if required nearer the time.
- Tourist Tax - for 2025 this was €0.70 per person per night - this may rise in 2026 and is payable on arrival at accommodation, I'll confirm the amount nearer the time.
- Travel Insurance - please ensure you have travel and gadget insurance to suit your requirements - as with all photo walk events, attendance is at your own risk. Although we're visiting in the spring when it'll be quieter, Venice is a very busy city.
- A free GHIC (Global Health Insurance Card) is recommended for trips abroad. Cardholders can receive necessary state healthcare on the same basis as a resident of the country being visited. The card is free to apply for through the NHS website. While good to have, the card is not a substitute for Travel Insurance or the benefits of private healthcare that insurance will cover.
- Mobile Roaming Charges. Please check with your network provider, roaming add-ons are usually available for a set number of days.
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A weekend itinerary can be found > here < Friday evening will be spent at the hotel or locally in Mestre for a chance to settle. We'll head into Venice on Saturday morning and spend the day exploring the city. On Sunday we'll take a vaporetto boat ride to the islands of Murano and Burano.
To register interest, place a booking or for any further queries, please email jon@norfolkphotographywalks.com
For those who wish to book, please let me know the name/s of those planning to attend and the address of the booker. Also whether you'd like to pay the deposit or full balance amount. I'll reply within 3 working days with an invoice, payable by return to confirm your space/room.
Bookings can be secured with a £100 (per person) deposit. Deposits become non refundable after a 14 day cooling off period. Full balance is then due 28 days before our trip. If paying a deposit, a separate invoice will be provided with final balance due and due date.
For full terms and conditions for this weekend break (including cancellation/refund terms), please click > here < payment confirms acceptance.