Start with an early breakfast at a corner bar on Calle dei Fabbri, then explore St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace. Mid-morning, duck into the quiet Museo Correr for art and history. Lunch at a family-friendly spot near Campo Santo Stefano, then wander narrow streets toward the Rialto, stopping at the Bridge of Sighs. Late afternoon, rest in a café overlooking the lagoon while kids eat gelato.

Start at Zattere with breakfast at a local café, then visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection or Accademia Gallery while kids explore the waterfront. Lunch at a bacaro near Campo Santa Margherita, then afternoon gelato and park time at Zattere's southern quay. Evening aperitivo at a neighbourhood bar while children play in the square.

Start at Fondamenta Gasparo Contarini with pastries at a local bakery, then explore the Strada Nova's toy shops and family-run delis. Midday, picnic in Campo dei Carmini or visit Palazzo Labia's frescoes. Afternoon means gelato at a genuine gelateria on Salizada San Giovanni Grisostomo, then dinner at a family-run trattoria serving pasta e fagioli.

Start with breakfast at Caffè Florian's quieter cousin or a corner bar. Morning at Parco Savorgnan or Giardini Pubblici while kids play safely. Lunch near Rialto bridge area or grab fresh pizza at a local spot on Via Garibaldi. Afternoon exploring the Arsenal gates and nearby churches, or a boat ride to nearby islands. Evening aperitivo at a neighbourhood bacaro, then simple pasta dinner at a family-run trattoria.

Start breakfast at Gran Caffè Chioggia, walk to Spiaggia Pubblico for mid-morning beach time. Grab lunch at a beachside trattoria, then explore the Tree-lined Gran Viale (main promenade) on bikes or on foot. Evening gelato and waterfront aperitivo as ferries glide past.