Venice Packing List Tips by suvanki Top 5 Page for this destination

Things to pack for Venice

Luggage and bags: I packed hand luggage only for my 4 day trip in a holdall, plus a smartish roomy handbag. Lost count of the times I was nearly knocked over by rucksack wielding tourists rushing across bridges or Piazzas, or by wheeled cases nearly removing my ankles, as their owners blithely dashed along- Can't begin to imagine how busy it is in summer!

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Comfortable footwear is essential- I still haven't mastered the Italian art of walking around in high heels!
In December I was glad I'd packed my winter coat, it was quite chilly out of the sun and at night. Plus the locals were usually very smartly dressed, so I didn't feel too out of place. I even got stopped and asked directions in Italian a few times!!
I've just seen an article saying that etiquette wardens are going to patrol St Marks square this summer to combat 'falling standards' such as walking around the city bare chested !!

Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Compeed blister plasters came in useful!
Plenty of Pharmacies here, but carry your essential medications.
'forget' your perfume/ soap etc. and re-stock with Italian fragrances!!!
'Resolve' or other hangover 'remedies' in case of a few too many Bellinis

Photo Equipment: I'm still not digital- Though Venice has proved that perhaps I should convert!!
It's cheaper to buy film in UK or USA, I paid 5 and 6 euros for 36 exp films - thought I'd brought enough-Hmmm, no I'd used all of my stock on my 2nd day! UPDATE- I'm now digital! So, I now know to recommend plenty of memory cards, spare battery and charger

Miscellaneous: Sunglasses/lip salve-even in Winter
Credit Card etc- Venice isn't always cheap, and there's plenty to buy!
Bubble wrap for those delicate souvenirs, bottles of Prosecco etc.
Binoculars- for viewing Venice from high above etc.
Wet wipes/tissues for before and after eating those delicious ice creams 'on the move'