--- title: Venice Day Trip from Rome by High-Speed Train with Happy Hour lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 253 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.52 reviews: 609 duration_minutes: 900 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 74 of 75 (Day Trips from Rome) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/venice-day-trip-from-rome-by-high-speed-train-with-happy-hour/ --- # Venice Day Trip from Rome by High-Speed Train with Happy Hour **Guidekin's take:** Venice in a day from Rome by high speed train, with a tour leader on the journey, a waterbus ticket for the Grand Canal and a Venetian aperitivo before the train home. Train, vaporetto and aperitivo are included at €253 per person, pickup and tips are not. Once in Venice the exploring is self guided, and it is a 15h day. In our comparison: #74 of 75 in Day Trips from Rome, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview * Experience the charm of Venice, the Serenissima, in just one day from Rome. * Travel comfortably on a high-speed train and witness the changing landscapes of Italy. * Glide through Venice's iconic canals with an included waterbus ticket. * Get lost in the maze-like alleys, discovering hidden treasures of the city. * Relish a Venetian aperitivo experience before your return journey. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Arrive in Via Marsala, - Starts 07:30: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €253 per person - Duration: 15h - Rating: 4.52/5 from 609 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Gray Line I Love Rome by Carrani Tours - Group: Shared tour - Start times: 07:30 - Booking: mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.52 from 609 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 86% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 525 of 609. - 5 stars: 464 (76%) - 4 stars: 61 (10%) - 3 stars: 41 (7%) - 2 stars: 20 (3%) - 1 star: 23 (4%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise helpful guides and freedom to explore; some find the guided portion too limited for the cost. **Praised:** - Friendly, knowledgeable guides who explain Venice's history - Practical recommendations for food, sights and activities - Free time to explore independently, shop and take gondola rides - Responsive help with navigation, meeting points and train logistics **Complaints:** - Some find the guided portion too limited for the cost, while others value the free time - Train travel makes the outing tiring for some travellers - Summer visitors describe intense heat and crowded streets - Some criticise the aperitivo food or portion size, while others enjoy the stop Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-05-17 to 2026-09-30); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Tour in English | €253 / person | English | Venice Independent Day Trip from Rome by High-Speed Train | | Tour in Spanish | €253 / person | English | Venice Independent Day Trip from Rome by High-Speed Train | ## What's included - One-way vaporetto waterbus ticket in Venice - Roundtrip high-speed train tickets between Rome and Venice - Tour leader - Group experience with a maximum of 25 participants - Self-guided exploration of Venice's iconic landmarks - A delightful Venetian aperitivo experience ## Not included - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Stazione Roma Termini** (3h; admission included) - Meet your tour leader at Roma Termini railway station for a hassle-free check-in. Board the high-speed train for a journey of a little over 3 hours to Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station. 2. **Piazzale Roma** (30m; admission included) - Once in Venice, take a short walk from Venezia Santa Lucia railway station to the nearby vaporetto stop. Enjoy a scenic waterbus ride (one-way ticket included!), absorbing the beauty of Venice's waterways. 3. **Basilica di San Marco** (1h) - The place to be, St. Mark’s Square, lies at the heart of Venice. Discover the splendor of St. Mark’s Basilica's façade, delve into the network of alleys, and explore the city's iconic bridges. 4. **Ponte dei Sospiri** (30m) - A symbol of romance and history, the Bridge of Sighs connects the Doge’s Palace to the prisons. It's said that prisoners would sigh at their last glimpse of beautiful Venice through the window before facing their imprisonment, hence the evocative name. Its white limestone... 5. **Canal Grande** (2h) - Venice's labyrinthine canals are the arteries of the city, bustling with gondolas and vaporettos. These waterways have served as the primary means of transport for centuries, reflecting the city's unique architectural wonders. Spanning these canals are over 400 bridges, each... 6. **Cannaregio** (1h) - Before heading back to the train station, rendezvous with your tour leader to savor a traditional Venetian aperitivo or 'cicchetto.' Refresh and reminisce about your Venetian adventure. 7. **Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia** (15m) - Your rendezvous spot in Venice for the return journey. This station marks the transition from the serene canals of Venice to the vibrant bustle of mainland Italy. 8. **Stazione Roma Termini** (3h; admission included) - Your final stop, marking the culmination of your Venetian adventure. From here, the eternal city of Rome spreads out, ready for your next exploration. You will get to Rome around 10:30 PM. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat - Departures: 07:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Arrive in Via Marsala, opposite the Caffé Trombetta, 15 minutes before the tour begins. Spot our team wearing the 'I love Rome' logo in pink. Nearest metro: A-Line, Termini stop. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJdbIWbaFhLxMRriNxDBtR-hU Ends: This tour will end at Termini Station, in Rome, at approximately 10:00 PM (times may vary according to train schedule) ## Good to know - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Operates in all weather conditions ## Compared with other Day Trips from Rome | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #74 of 75** | €253 | 15h | 4.52 (609) | shared | | [Premium Minivan Trip from Rome: Pompeii Tour & Lunch in Sorrento](/italy/rome/tours/premium-minivan-trip-from-rome-pompeii-tour-lunch-in-sorrento/?format=md) | €169 | 11h | 4.97 (402) | shared | | [Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Private Day Trip from Rome](/italy/rome/tours/pompeii-and-amalfi-coast-private-day-trip-from-rome/?format=md) | €550 | 12h | 4.98 (247) | private | | [Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio Full Day Private Tour from Rome](/italy/rome/tours/orvieto-and-civita-di-bagnoregio-full-day-private-tour-from-rome/?format=md) | €363 | 8h | 4.99 (163) | private | Ranked #74 of 75 in Day Trips from Rome by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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