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Hire a boat with or without skipper in Venice, Italy

Hiring a boat in Venice

Venice is a popular city and tourist destination in Italy, popular due to its canals, being known as ‘The Floating City’ with the city being separated by canals and connected by bridges across 118 islands. With the city's unique culture, it quickly became a well-known destination in Italy and is one of the best places to try your hand at boating, due to the popularity of gondola rides through the city, as well as one of the most popular ways to get to the city being by boat or ferry.

Pricing and Info on hiring a boat in Venice

To hire a sailboat in Venice, prices average between £200-£300 a day, while motorboats have a larger range in prices, but average slightly lower at around £150-£250 for the day. For a weeklong charter, motorboat prices average between £1500-£2000, while sailboats average similar prices. However, these prices are not fixed and are subject to change due to several factors including the type of boat and time of year.

Boat availability in Venice

Venice is a very popular tourist destination, which means that all-yearlong boats will be booked fast and so no matter which month you choose to go, make sure you plan in advance. Unlike a lot of other Italian cities, Venice’s tourist season is during the spring months, as Venice is not a popular place to go to sunbathe or relax on the beach, but to enjoy the spring breeze and explore the city. The weather during the summer months of July and August can be uncomfortable for Venice, while months like May and April boast comfortable temperatures of low 20 degrees Celsius.

Do you need a license to charter a yacht in Venice?

Venice follows the rules of the rest of Italy in regards to licenses, which is that possession of a nautical license is required for boats with engines over 10hp. However, there are a lot of boats available on the SamBoat website which offer skippers included in the boat if you would rather enjoy a hands-off charter.

Overview of Venice

‘The City of Canals’ as some call it, is known as one of the most unique and stunning cities in the world, with its own host of traditions and culture separate from the rest of Italy, while also boasting the beautiful Italian weather and food.

If you are looking for an activity to do in Venice, the must-do thing to try is the Gondola rides around the city, which take you through the number of canals and islands that the city sits on and gives a completely different view of the city. This is a hands-off experience as well, as the gondoliers who skipper the canal boats are trained to navigate the narrow canals, as well as provide educated information and entertainment during the tour. During your ride, you may see the Rialto Bride, which is a famous landmark in Venice, is the oldest in the city and connects the districts of San Marco and San Polo.

Another must-see in Venice is the art, including the Gallerie dell’Accademia which is a museum which houses collections of paintings, including the works of famous Venetian painters such as Titian and Canaletto. The culture of the city doesn’t stop there however, with popular events occurring in the city, such as the Carnival of Venice, which occurs during February and is known for the elaborate costumes and masks, which can be bought year-round due to their popularity. The festival is a celebration of Venetian culture. Another popular event is the Biennale di Venezia, an international art exhibition which is a major cultural event in Venice. Year-round, visit the Basilica di San Marco, which is a beautiful church located in the heart of the city, decked with mosaics, carvings, and domes.

When you are not exploring all the city has to offer, sit down with a coffee in one of the many bars, restaurants, and cafes in the city, and enjoy some of the world-renowned food including traditional Italian food, as well as influence from the nearby sea with seafood being a popular delicacy in the city as well.

Some of the popular sailing areas nearby include:

• Venice Lagoon

• Chioggia

• Istria

• Rovinj