Venice Weekend Break - Itinerary
While it's always good to have a plan, times are not set rigidly and act as a loose guide for what to expect over the weekend. More than anything, I'd like those who come to have an enjoyable break, with opportunities to relax, take photographs and socialize with a friendly group. Away from the planned walks, you'll have some free time to enjoy Venice and it's attractions – Times are approximate and plans may alter depending on weather conditions and transport timetables. I ask that you please keep the looseness of this plan in mind and are open to any changes that occur. As with all city breaks there will be a fair amount of walking over the weekend, we will however take regular rest stops and use public transport for any longer stretches of travel. Group members are encouraged to look out for each other and be patient with those with reduced mobility. If you have any queries, please don't hesitate to get in touch. As with all photo walks and breaks, things will be very relaxed, if there is anything listed that you'd rather not do or if you feel you need time out at any point, please just let me know.
All times (aside from check in from 3pm and check out before 11am) are approximate.
Friday 6th March 2026
No group walks or events planned for today - this allows for a leisurely day of travel and staggered arrival times.
Check in open from 3pm - I'll be around in Mestre from Thursday 5th and happy to help with bags and directions (if required) when you arrive.
Arrival to hotel, a chance to settle, to explore the local area (Mestre) and relax a little before the weekend. Various restaurants and bars are close to our accommodation, there is also a supermarket nearby for those who'd prefer to have food and drink in apartments.
Saturday 7th March 2026
9:30/10am - Meet in the Foyer, from here we'll head out to take a short (15 minute) tram or bus ride to to Piazzale Roma (Venice Gateway)
10:30am to 1:30pm - Venice photo walk - 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.
1:30pm - 4:30pm - Lunch / Free time at or near St. Mark's Square - option of attraction visit/Gondola ride, decided at the time.
4:30pm - 6:30pm - Early Evening photography in Venice - sunset across the Grand Canal and the city at dusk
6:30/7pm - Group meal in Venice or free time if preferred
9pm - Water bus and tram back to our accommodation
Sunday 8th March 2026
9:30/10am - Meet in the foyer before heading back into Venice by tram or bus
10:30am - Board river bus to the island of Murano for glass museum visit and then another river bus to Burano
1pm - Light/packed lunch in Burano before river bus back to the city
2:30pm - Back in Venice - Free Time - option of short attraction or gallery visit / Gondola ride - decided at the time/during the day
6pm/7pm - Group meal in Venice or free time if preferred
9pm - Water bus and tram back to our accommodation, photo walk weekend ends
Monday 9th March 2026
Departure day - check out before 11am. All keys to be handed back to reception.
No group walks or events planned for today.
An early flight sadly means I won't be around to assist with travel back to the airport but I'll leave detailed plans in the full itinerary (to be given out on arrival).
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