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Lido is an 11-kilometre barrier island in Lido di Venezia, between the Venetian Lagoon and the Adriatic Sea, known for its beaches and Venice Film Festival.

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Why go

  • The restored Jewish cemetery, open to visitors, with burials dating to 1389.

With kids

  • Public beaches are near both ends of the island.

Tips for your visit

  • Walk the Gran Viale Santa Maria Elisabetta from the lagoon coast to the beach; it runs about 700 metres.
  • Follow the lagoon-side promenade from the war memorial esplanade toward San Nicolò.
  • Use the second broad promenade along the sea, which runs the island’s full length.

Best time to visit

  • The Venice Film Festival takes place in late August or early September.

Interesting facts4

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  1. Lido is one of the few islands in the Venetian Lagoon with roads for vehicles.

    Lido de Venise - Wikipedia
  2. 380 metres

    A 350-metre sea-wall test section lies inland, 380 metres from the present shoreline, after sand accumulated on the northern beach.

    Venice Lido - Wikipedia

  3. Lido’s typical bathing huts combine an enclosed cabin, a veranda and an attached tent.

    Lido di Venezia - Wikipedia

  4. The coast’s stone defenses, called Murazzi, are made of large Istrian stones.

    Lido di Venezia - Wikipedia

History

Malamocco began as a port settlement and remained the island’s main settlement for centuries. San Nicolò later became a lookout and fortified base; the Fourth Crusade gathered there before sailing east in 1202. Lido’s shore defenses and churches took shape over later centuries. From the mid-19th century, the island developed into a seaside resort, with public bathing and large hotels.

  1. Roman timesA settlement at Malamocco served as a port for nearby Patavium.
  2. 600A lookout tower was built at San Nicolò to watch the lagoon inlet.
  3. 1045–1064The San Nicolò church and convent were founded and completed.
  4. 1100The lookout tower was expanded into a fort.
  5. 1177The Doge met Frederick at San Nicolò after he recognized Alexander III as pope.
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  1. 1202Participants in the Fourth Crusade gathered at Lido before sailing east in Venetian ships.
  2. 16th centurySan Nicolò became a fortified military headquarters along the lagoon coast.
  3. 1626–1634The San Nicolò church and bell tower were rebuilt using material from the earlier church.
  4. 1744The Murazzi sea walls were built to protect the shore from erosion.
  5. 1855Europe’s first public bathing establishment opened on the island.
  6. 19th centuryLido developed from cultivated countryside into a fashionable seaside resort.
  7. 1900; 1908The Hotel des Bains and Hotel Excelsior opened.

Don't miss

  • Natural dunes and golden sandSee the beach’s natural dunes and fine golden sand along the Adriatic coast.Adriatic coast of Lido
  • Alberoni Dune OasisSee the large pine forest and distinctive plant and animal species.Alberoni, southern end of the island
  • Jewish cemeteryVisit the restored cemetery, where burials began in 1389.Northern Lido
  • Gran Viale Santa Maria ElisabettaWalk this tree-lined street past 19th-century Liberty-style villas and hotels.Lido town, from lagoon to sea

How to get there

  • BoatWater buses serve the landing stage at Santa Maria Elisabetta, with connections to Venice and the mainland.
  • BoatFerries serve the landing stage at San Nicolò, connecting Lido with the mainland.
  • BusFive Actv public bus routes serve the island.

Sources: Venice Lido - Wikipedia · Venice/Lido - Wikivoyage (see) · Lido di Venezia - Wikipedia · Lido de Venise - Wikipedia · Lido di Venezia - Wikipedia · checked 27 Oct 2026

Where
Lido di Venezia

Questions and answers

How do you get to Lido from Venice?

Water buses serve the landing stage at Santa Maria Elisabetta, with connections to Venice and the mainland.

Where are the public beaches on Lido?

Public beaches lie near both ends of the island.

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