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We're heading a few days early to Venice before a tour of Croatia in June 2026. We are staying at the Hilton Hotel on Guidecca Island & realize we'll need to take a shuttle boat to/from the city. Here are our questions/asks for input. We appreciate, in advance, any & all info provided.
Thank you!

  1. Hilton Hotel on Guidecca Island (pros & cons) esp re: hotel shuttle boat to/from Venice
  2. Recommendations for local breakfast. lunch, & dinner in Venice (looking for real Italian eateries)
  3. Recommendations re: ATM withdrawal cash vs credit card
  4. Gondola ride? Pros/Cons
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Why not stay in Venice? You won't need much cash, CC are accepted almost everywhere, but it's always wise to have Euros for smaller purchases and tipping. Gondola not worth it to us, but many love it. Don't miss the Jewish Ghetto area, St. Marks Basilica. I'd hire a private guide, you learn and see so much more.

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Carnivale!!! How exciting!!!
I have been reading and watching videos about this as well. I think with luggage we will take a shared water taxi.
If it's not horrible, vaporetto. But during Carnivale, eveyrthing will be packed.
I saw the kiosks are at the train station.
You can buy vaporetto tickets for several days or one 24 hour period
I dont know about shared taxis or booking those in advance.
I am still learning.
Anxious to see the responses

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