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Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Venice?
Yes, tap water in Venice is safe to drink, supplied by Veritas SpA from mainland groundwater sources piped under the lagoon to the island city.
Hardness
Moderate
Country
Italy
Rating
Safe
Soft
Moderate
Hard
Very Hard
Water Source
Veritas SpA supplies Venice from deep groundwater wells on the mainland near Treviso and Padua. Water is piped under the lagoon via a submarine pipeline to the historic island center, never drawn from the surrounding saltwater lagoon.
Contaminants & Concerns
No significant health concerns. Despite the lagoon environment, the mainland groundwater supply is clean and well treated to EU standards.
Tips
- •Venice’s tap water comes from the mainland, not the lagoon — it is completely safe
- •Look for public drinking fountains around the city’s campi (squares)
- •Bringing a refillable bottle saves money, as bottled water prices in touristy areas are steep
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources & References
The safety rating and guidance on this page draw on the following sources. See our full methodology.
- •WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality
- •CDC Travelers' Health destination pages
- •The municipal water utility's published quality data