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How to Get Crowd-Free Photos in Venice
Practical tricks for crowd-free photos in Venice: sunrise timing, quieter districts, angles that hide the crowds, the best seasons and the busiest dates to avoid.
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In brief
Sunrise is the only time Venice's famous places are empty: St Mark's Square, the Rialto and the Bridge of Sighs are quiet until about 8am, and the low light is soft and warm. Meet 20–30 minutes before sunrise.
About these guides
These guides explain how to make the most of an early start: the sunrise ideas that work best, and how sunrise helps you avoid the crowds. The most popular sunrise locations are St Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge and the Riva degli Schiavoni. Sunrise sessions suit elopements, engagement shoots and proposals.
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Sunrise and sunset times in Venice
Exact sunrise, sunset and golden-hour times for any date — the basis of every photo timeline.
timeanddate.com — Sunrise and sunset times in Venice ↗Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Venice?
Roughly 5:15am in June, around 6:30am in late March and late September, and about 7:45am in late December.
Is it worth waking up early for photos in Venice?
Yes — the light is softer and the iconic places are empty, which simply isn't possible later in the day.