If ever there was a place where lingering is its own reward, it’s Venice – with its ethereal atmosphere, hidden backstreets and romantic canals. Give your clients departing on a cruise from Venice the opportunity to linger before or after their cruise — to wander, explore and savor this timeless city.

Book JustTravelDeals for hotels near the cruise ports or on Venice Island. Options abound: 

Hotels closest to Stazione Marittima cruise piers: 

Hilton Molina Stucky ★★★★★ Book today:  

Papadopoli Venezia ★★★★ Book today:  

Best Western Hotel Olimpia ★★★ Book today:  

Santa Chiara ★★★ Book today: 

Hotels closest to San Basilio or Santa Marta cruise piers: 

Tiziano ★★★ Book today:  

Pausania ★★★ Book today:  

Or stay in the heart of Venice, near St. Mark’s Square: 

Bauer ★★★★★ Book today:  

Bisanzio ★★★★ Book today:  

Dona Palace ★★★★ Book today: 

Gabrielli ★★★★ Book today: 

Kette ★★★★ Book today: 

Liassidi Palace ★★★★ Book today: 

Even the most intrepid wanderer will benefit from some guidance in making the most of a day in Venice. On our new Secret Corners of Venice tour, you will visit lesser known areas and churches, and enjoy a private boat trip along quiet canals. (Book today:) Or, book our new Photo Tour, on which a professional photographer instructs on how to take expert pictures in enchanting, hidden areas of Venice usually frequented only by Venetians. (Book today:) 

On our new Half-Day Wine Tour – Road of the Doges, venture out to the wine-producing region of Treviso. Tour garden-like vineyards where wine has been produced for centuries, learn how these wines are produced, and sample some vintages along with appetizers of local foods. (Book today:)