Cruising from Venice? All You Need to Know About Fusina Cruise Port (2025 Guide)
- Esther
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
I noticed there is a lot of confusion about the port of Fusina (Venice). Since 2021 the cruise ships are not allowed anymore to dock at the Venice Passenger Terminal, which was located near Piazalle di Roma. The confusion starts because there is a difference between Fusina Port and Fusina Cruise Terminal.
The Fusina Cruise Terminal opened in 2024 and before that the ships were docking in Fusina port, but they didn't handle passengers and they had to be transferred (embarkation and debarkation) to the Venice Passenger Terminal and took the passengers by boat to ships and back to Venice.
1. Where is Fusina Cruise Terminal?
Geographical location: on the other side of the lagoon, approximately 20–30 minutes from Venice.
Fusina Port is primarily an industrial port, used for cargo, logistics, and industrial operations. It is not intended for tourists or cruise passengers.
Fusina Cruise Terminal is a passenger terminal, specifically designed for cruise ships and ferry services. It offers services and infrastructure for travelers, such as check-in areas, transportation connections, and parking facilities.
2. How to Get to Fusina Cruise Terminal
Shuttle service (sometimes arranged by cruise line company).
Taxi / private transfer
New Cruise Ship Terminal since 2024
3. Facilities at Fusina Cruise Terminal
Parking (a major advantage compared to the Venice Passenger Terminal)
Check-in area and baggage drop-off
Shuttles / transfers available
Quieter and less crowded than the Venice Passenger Terminal
4. Common Misconceptions About Fusina
“You arrive in Venice city center” → Not true.
“It’s hard to reach Venice from Fusina” → there are transfers and shuttles available.
“There’s no infrastructure” → There is a terminal with facilities.
5. Tips for Passengers
Plan some extra travel time.
Check with your cruise line in advance whether you need to be in Fusina or Chiogga (that is outside the Lagoon of Venice).
Consider spending a night in Mestre or Venice to avoid stress.
For those arriving by car, Fusina is often the most convenient option.
Conclusion
Fusina isn’t as central as the old terminal, but it’s a practical and peaceful alternative.
With a bit of preparation, cruising from Fusina is easy—and even comfortable.
"Cruise lines Debarkation Letter”
A few days in to your voyage, your cruise line provides a debarkation letter asking whether you have arranged your own transfer from Fusina Cruise Terminal, or if you would like them to organize it for you. Transfers to Piazzale Roma or Venice Airport can be arranged, usually at an additional cost. This ensures a smooth disembarkation process without last-minute stress.
The biggest misunderstanding seems to be that access is pretty much only by car or transport van/bus, and making sure a pickup driver knows it's the new Fusina Cruise terminal, not the Fusina ferry terminal nor the Fusina vaporetto (and water taxi) "terminal".
I do not know how frequently taxis will be waiting when ships are docked, but several private transport companies are now specifically listing the new Fusina Cruise terminal as a drop off/pickup point. In 2025 there will be more than 100 ships at this Cruise terminal, the public transports will adjust accordingly.
My personal experience
We arrived with the Explora I at the Fusina Cruise Terminal. About halfway through the cruise, we received a disembarkation letter in our suite. We needed to fill out the form and return it to Guest Relations as soon as possible. The letter is used to indicate whether you’ll need transportation during disembarkation.
We had arranged our own private driver to take us to our hotel in Mogliano. If you haven’t arranged anything, Explora can help organize a transfer for you.
Do you also want a cruise on the Explora Journeys, feel free to contact me. I can share all my experiences and help you book your dream cruise.
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