Venice packing list for families
Venice is a city of bridges, boats, and steps, so everything you bring has to be easy to carry. A few smart packing swaps make it one of the most magical places in Europe to see with kids.
Photo by Ricardo Gomez Angel on Unsplash
Kristina's notes on Venice
- Venice has hundreds of stepped bridges, so leave the stroller home and bring a carrier for little ones. Kids who walk will love counting bridges.
- Pack light enough that every bag can be carried. You will haul luggage onto a water taxi or vaporetto and over bridges to your hotel, and backpacks beat rolling suitcases here.
- Day-trip crowds thin out after about 5 pm, which is my favorite time to wander with kids. If you visit in late fall or winter, acqua alta can flood low areas for a few hours, so pack waterproof boots.
Venice
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Carry-on9
Clothing5
Shoes2
Beach & pool1
Little ones5
Health & toiletries4
Documents & tech5
City neutrals
Navy, cream, camel, olive
For the grown-ups
- A trench or chore jacket
- White sneakers
- One dinner outfit that packs flat
For the kids
- Cozy knits that layer
- Navy or olive leggings and joggers
- A raincoat with a hood
For photos
- Neutrals plus one red scarf or hat
- Overcast days flatter everyone
Venice weather and what's happening
Typical daytime highs and what each month feels like with kids.
| Month | Typical high | What it's like | Don't miss |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F 7°C | Cold, damp, and often foggy | Acqua alta season, when high tides can flood low areas |
| February | 49°F 9°C | Cold, damp, and often foggy | Carnevale masks and costumes, usually in February |
| March | 56°F 13°C | Cool to mild spring | |
| April | 63°F 17°C | Cool to mild spring | |
| May | 72°F 22°C | Cool to mild spring | The Venice Biennale art or architecture exhibition |
| June | 79°F 26°C | Warm and humid, with evening mosquitoes | The Venice Biennale art or architecture exhibition |
| July | 84°F 29°C | Warm and humid, with evening mosquitoes | The Venice Biennale art or architecture exhibition Festa del Redentore fireworks over the lagoon in mid-July |
| August | 83°F 28°C | Warm and humid, with evening mosquitoes | The Venice Biennale art or architecture exhibition |
| September | 76°F 24°C | Mild fall, with higher acqua alta odds Oct–Nov | The Venice Biennale art or architecture exhibition Regata Storica boat parade on the Grand Canal in early September |
| October | 66°F 19°C | Mild fall, with higher acqua alta odds Oct–Nov | The Venice Biennale art or architecture exhibition Acqua alta season, when high tides can flood low areas |
| November | 55°F 13°C | Mild fall, with higher acqua alta odds Oct–Nov | The Venice Biennale art or architecture exhibition Acqua alta season, when high tides can flood low areas |
| December | 47°F 8°C | Cold, damp, and often foggy | Acqua alta season, when high tides can flood low areas |
Venice with kids, answered
When is the best time to visit Venice with kids?
The best time is Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Mild fall, with higher acqua alta odds Oct–Nov
What's the weather like in Venice?
Typical daytime highs range from about 45°F (7°C) in January to about 84°F (29°C) in July. See the month-by-month table on this page.
Do I need a passport for Venice?
Yes. Bring a passport for everyone, including babies, and make sure each one is valid for at least six months past your trip. Check visa and entry rules before you go.
What kind of plug adapter do I need for Venice?
Type L, bring an adapter.
What's your top tip for Venice with kids?
Venice has hundreds of stepped bridges, so leave the stroller home and bring a carrier for little ones. Kids who walk will love counting bridges.
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I'm Kristina, and planning family trips is what I do.
As a luxury travel advisor with KM Luxe Travel, I plan the hotels, the flow of the days, and the little details, often with perks like breakfast and upgrades when available.