Agree. Take the land taxi to the port. You will go through an entry gate where they will examine your docs then grab your bags. (Always tip well at this point..)
Grab the nearest taxi or whatever and give yourself as much time as possible to enjoy Venice. Not the time to cut back. Venice + $$$. Understand and you will have a great time. (If you plan to be in Venice for 2-3 days please email me and I will give you some hotel etc reccommendations etc.)M
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