Practical Information in Venice
Pack your wellington boots in winter in case of flooding! Comfortable shoes are essential for this walkers' city. Leave room in your bags for masks and other goodies.
GMT
GMT +1 (GMT +2 in summertime).
Money
Euro (€) is the currency.
Visas
Each country has its own regulations and restrictions for its visitors. Find specific visa information for your destination.
Health
Travelling to (sub) tropical destinations means taking care of your health. Read more about health issues for the area you're visiting.
Electricity
230V AC, 50 Hz, two-pin plugs are standard.
Dialling Code
+39 (Italy), 041 + six or seven-digit number (Venice).
Venice Tourist Info
Fit In
Venetians, like other Italians, dress well to do just about anything. Tastes here are more conservative than further south. Labels are an integral part of life, although students tend to be more relaxed. For men, the shaven head and designer-cut beard seem almost standard, and big sunglasses are in for everyone (though it might all change any minute!).
Public Holidays 2011-2012
- Easter Monday 25 Apr
- Liberation Day - marking the end of Nazi rule 25 Apr
- May Day 1 May
- Republic's Day 2 Jun
- Feast of the Assumption 15 Aug
- All Saints' Day 1 Nov
- Immaculate Conception 8 Dec
- Christmas Day 25 Dec
- St Stephen's Day 26 Dec
- New Year's Day 1 Jan
- Epiphany 6 Jan
