We know how dreamy it would be to cruise down the Grand Canal on a private motorboat and check into the Hotel Danieli for a week of luxury in Venice. But the truth is that this idyllic fantasy is out of reach for most of us. However, this does not mean that you should completely give up visiting Venice. Sure, the jewel in Italy's crown isn't the most ideal vacation destination for the budget-conscious, but with just a little effort (and some insider knowledge), you can enjoy a few absolutely splendid days at La Sérénissime without promising your first. born from your bank manager.Here are some tips that should help you save a lot on your next vacation to Venice.Visit in low seasonNo matter how much effort you are willing to make, in order to spend less during your visit; All this will be of no use if you choose to travel to Venice between the months of June and September. To be completely honest, there's never a time of year when you'll have this stunning place all to yourself, but traveling here in the off-season offers a radically different (and better!) experience. This is Venice at its best. Avoid the incredibly huge crowds, stinky canals (and overly inflated prices) and you're bound to have a much more memorable and relaxed time. Traveling in April and May is beautiful beyond belief, as is visiting in the dead of winter, when the canals fill with eerie fog and tourist crowds are at their lowest. It's pure magic. Don't eat dinner...snacks! A sit-down meal at a restaurant in Venice could easily be the most expensive thing you ever do in town; this is especially true if you also do it near St. Mark's Square. Last year a group of tourists were royally irritated when they saw... middle of paper ......orth, and yet there is so much more to see and do in Venice and its surroundings! It's safe to say that a vacation to Venice isn't something you plan every year, which is why, for the sake of posterity, we think it's worth visiting the islands of Murano , Burano and even Torcello when you are in town. Additionally, some believe that the best views of Venice are from the water; Taking numerous vaporetti rides to explore every nook and cranny of this enchanting island is a splendid way to spend your days. The ACTV card gives you access to all public transportation in Venice, an island that manages to exhaust even the most avid walkers. Of all the things you can splurge on here, we think the tourist card is the most interesting and rewarding. You can buy the card upon arrival at the airport, train station or any ferry terminal in Venice, with validity ranging from 12 hours to seven days..