Vicenza The Veneto, Italy Travel Guide
Vicenza does not have its own international airport. Use nearby major airports.
Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) and Treviso Canova Airport (TSF) are also viable options.
Consider using Skyscanner or Dollar Flight Club for flight searches.
Prices generally peak during summer (June-August) and around major holidays. Shoulder seasons (April-May, September-October) often offer better value. Winter usually has the lowest fares.
All major airports offer ATMs, currency exchange, Car rental desks, duty-free shops, restaurants, and lounges. Wi-Fi is generally available.
Vicenza is a major stop on the Milan-Venice railway line. Trenitalia, Italy's national rail operator, offers area-specific and high-speed services.
FlixBus operates some routes connecting Vicenza to other Italian cities. Local and regional buses are operated by SVT and Busitalia Veneto.
An International Driving Permit (IDP) is necessary for non-EU citizens. Italy has well-maintained motorways (autostrade, toll roads) and provincial roads.
SVT (Società Vicentina Trasporti) operates Vicenza's metropolitan and extra-urban bus lines.
Purchase single journey tickets (€1.30-€1.50) from "tabaccherie," newsstands, or ticket machines. Tickets cost more directly from the driver.
Taxis offer a convenient way to travel for specific routes.
Rent a vehicle for greater flexibility in exploring Vicenza and its surroundings.
The historic center of Vicenza is largely pedestrianized and ideal for walking. Enjoy strolls along the Retrone and Bacchiglione rivers.
Vicenza has a growing network of cycle paths, notably by the rivers and connecting to the outskirts.
Use maps or mobile apps for self-guided tours. Local guided walking tours, often focusing on Palladian architecture, are available.
No specific "no-go" areas exist for pedestrians and cyclists, but avoid poorly lit or deserted areas at night.
Public transport accessibility shows progress with newer buses. Many historic buildings and pavements pose challenges due to steps and cobblestones.
Plan your departure from Vicenza efficiently for a smooth journey home.
Italy does not levy specific exit fees or taxes on departing travelers; airport taxes are typically included in your ticket price.
Vicenza is an inland city. Venice is a major cruise port, and ferry services connect to destinations in Croatia and Greece.
No significant river transportation directly serves Vicenza for tourist arrival or departure.
From Venice cruise terminals, public vaporetto or private water taxi services connect to Piazzale Roma or Venezia Santa Lucia train station for onward travel to Vicenza.
Validate your bus ticket immediately after boarding. Ticket inspectors make frequent checks. You will pay a fine if your ticket is not validated.
