In Venice, it’s hard to drive a car because the city is made up of water and not roads.
To get around, you have to take a ferry or walk. St. Mark’s Basilica is a famous landmark and a great spot to visit.
To park your car in Venice, you have to pay for a spot in a nearby parking lot.
It’s the cheapest way to get close to St. Mark’s Basilica, and then you have to walk the rest of the way.
If you’re going to St. Mark’s Basilica, you can park your car at Piazzale Roma.
There are three places you can park at Piazzale Roma and are as follows;
- Autorimessa Comunale – 2.3 km away
- Garage San Marco – 2.2 km away
- Sant’Andrea on Piazzale Roma – 0.8 km away
St. Mark’s Square Parking Facilities
Here, let’s take a detailed look at each parking facility.
Autorimessa Comunale
The Autorimessa Comunale AVM – Porto di Venezia car park is a great option for parking near the port of Venice.
It’s located in Piazzale Roma, which is the last area of the city where you can drive in your car.
The car park has 6 levels, with 10 lots and 2 terraces, and it has a total of 2182 spots for cars and 180 spots for motorcycles.
You can park your car in the uncovered or covered parking spaces, and the staff will show you where to park.
It’s open 24 hours a day, all year round, and it’s very close to the center and to the train station.
You can also get to the passenger terminal in 10 minutes on foot or a few minutes with the People Mover service.
The minimum rate for parking is for 24 hours, so even if you’re staying for a few hours, you’ll still have to pay the 24-hour rate.
Garage San Marco
Garage San Marco is a great spot to park your car if you’re visiting Venice.
It’s close to the ferry and cruise ports and only a few minutes away from the old city center.
It’s open 24/7 with lots of services like video surveillance and battery recharging.
It’ll cost you almost €45, but it’s worth it to have your car safe and nearby while you explore Venice.
💡 Traveler’s Tip
Here is a concise summary of how to reach St. Mark’s Basilica:
By Ferry: Take a ferry from the Santa Lucia train station or the Rialto ferry terminal. Get off at either San Marco or San Zaccaria ferry station.
By Foot: It is a short 30-minute walk from Santa Lucia train station and just a 10-minute stroll from Rialto Bridge.
By Bus: Take the ACTV line 5 or the ATVO.
Follow this link to learn more about how to get to St. Mark’s Basilica
Once you reach St. Mark’s Basilica, you can purchase a St. Mark’s Basilica skip the line ticket to avoid waiting in line.
Inside, you can see lots of beautiful art and decorations, including gold-plated mosaics, sculptures, and the Pala d’Oro.
You can learn about all of these pieces with an audio guide in five different languages.
Additional tips for parking at St. Mark’s Basilica:
- Arrive early to avoid long lines.
- Be sure to read the parking signs carefully, as there are different rates for different types of vehicles.
- If you’re planning on staying in Venice for a few days, it may be more cost-effective to purchase a parking pass.
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