My Tip for Seniors: Affordable Housing in Venice

Living on the Adriatic Coast – Day Trips to Venice

Every visitor to Venice is faced with the same important question time and again: Where can I find suitable accommodations in the city? For many years now, tens of thousands of seniors have found a wonderful solution to this problem.

Especially in the spring and particularly in the fall, two campgrounds near Venice are ideal. Their advantages:

• You'll save money,
• You aren't confined to a small hotel room,
• You can stay much longer,
• You can enjoy the vastness of the Adriatic Sea,
• They combine their stay in Venice with a relaxing camping vacation by the sea that lasts several weeks.

Two Recommendations Based on 40 Years of Experience

If you'd like to combine the charms of the Adriatic with the allure of Venice, there are two excellent options available to you. Since I have been visiting both places regularly for over four decades, I can recommend them to you with complete confidence.

1. Marina di Venezia (5 stars) – Luxury and Space

For years, this campground has been considered one of the best in Italy and Europe. It stands out for its spaciousness and extremely high standards.

• Special Features: Very spacious grounds, direct access to a wide sandy beach, and excellent amenities.
• This is ideal for you if: You value first-class service, modern restroom facilities, and an upscale atmosphere.
• Getting to Venice: From here, you can reach the harbor Punta Sabbioni in a few minutes, from where the boats depart directly for St. Mark's Square.
• Website: marinadivenezia.it

2. Camping Miramare – Its proximity to the lagoon

The Miramare Campground is the ideal choice for anyone who prefers a more compact setting and wants to keep the trip to Venice as short as possible.

Website: miramarevenezia.it

Special Features: It's much closer to the ferry departure points. The atmosphere is friendly and intimate.

This is ideal for you if: You prefer short distances and want to keep the logistics of day trips into the city as simple as possible.

Getting to Venice: Proximity to the terminal Punta Sabbioni It's unbeatable—ideal for seniors who want to take frequent trips into town for a few hours.

Both are open from mid-April through mid-October.

The two campgrounds on the site map

Spoiled for choice: Which spot is right for you?

Although both places are excellent, they differ significantly in terms of their location and what they have to offer. Here is a direct comparison to help you plan your trip:

Camping Miramare: The ideal starting point for exploring the city

If proximity to Venice is your top priority, Camping Miramare is unbeatable.

• The Road to Venice: From the campground exit, it's only about a A leisurely 10-minute walk along the lagoon to the Punta Sabbioni vaporetto stop.
• The Crossing: From there, the ship will take you in about 35 minutes straight to the heart of the city, to St. Mark's Square.
• Your benefit: Thanks to the short distances, even spontaneous half-day trips through the alleys of Venice are completely stress-free.

Marina di Venezia: Comfort and Community at the Highest Level

This place is much more than just a place to stay—it’s an experience in itself, especially for an extended stay in the fall.

The connection to the city: The Punta Sabbioni pier is about a 30-minute walk away. However, that's no problem: right in front of the campground, there's a Public bus, which will take you comfortably to the boats and back again.

Features: As one of Italy's largest and most comfortable resorts, it offers you its own water park, expansive landscapes, and exceptionally large campsites.

The autumnal atmosphere: You're in excellent company here. Thousands of seniors They appreciate the relaxed atmosphere and enjoy the year's last warm rays of sunshine together on the seemingly endless sandy beach.

The Benefits in Detail

Flexibility: Every morning, you decide anew: culture in the city or relaxation on the beach.

Costs: Significantly cheaper than hotels in the Old Town, especially for long-term stays.

Nature: The fresh Adriatic sea air is the perfect counterbalance to the hustle and bustle of the narrow streets.

Accessibility: Seating and vaporetti are important factors for seniors when making a decision.

Vaporetto ticket for Line 14 to Venice

Stress-Free and Inclusive: Your Trip to Venice

The logistics are very simple once you arrive at the dock Punta Sabbioni have arrived. Since this port is firmly integrated into the public transit network, you benefit from a clear cost structure.

Your ticket is also valid for the boat

What's Convenient for You: Taking the Ferry 14 or 15 is already included in the regular vaporetto ticket (ACTV). So you don't need a separate ferry ticket to get from the coast directly to the city center.

The Rhythm: Reliable and Simple

You don't have to study complicated schedules. Just remember this rule of thumb:

• Departure: Usually, the train runs always on the hour and on the half-hour A vaporetto heading toward Venice.
• Travel time: Approximately 35 minutes Glide across the lagoon and enjoy your first glimpse of the city's skyline.

A Touch of History Upon Arrival

If you Line 14 If you choose this option, you'll get off at a very special spot in Venice: The stop is located right in front of the church La Pietà. The famous composer once worked here Antonio Vivaldi as a priest and teacher. So right from the moment you arrive, you’ll get a taste of authentic Venetian musical history.

The online ticket for the transfer to Venice.

To avoid having to wait in line at the ticket counter in Punta Sabbioni—and to make sure a boat doesn't leave right under your nose—you can purchase your ticket online in advance. The price of the online ticket is the same as it is at the on-site ticket window.