Venice will set you back a loadful of Euros but you can't expect to go to Italy and not visit the city which floats on water. Among the major tour routes, Venice is probably in the top 3 destinations together with Rome and Florence.
The best way to save your hard earned money is to do what the locals do. Don't stop in the lavish St. Marks' Square restaurants but find the famous 'bacari', local bars in residential Venice where finger foods (called cicchetti) and local dishes are served while you sip on local wine.
This is how it works: walk into a 'bacaro', ask for a glass of house wine (usually €1 per glass) then pick and choose from a variety of munchies including fried fish, grilled veggies and cold cuts. Confused? Ask for a mixed plate which shouldn't go over €7-8 per plate.
Grab a table, ask for free crunchy bread sticks, and watch the young folk go by. Try the Rosticceria San Bartolomeo or Ostaria Dai Zimei where the food is good and staff friendly.
For transport and museum entrances, the city of Venice offers a Venice Card which offers free transport and museum entrances, a map of the city and reduced admissions. Prices start from €47 per person and valid for 3 days.
With all the money you'll be saving on food and culture, why not splurge on a luxuriously romantic hotel? I've heard great reviews on Hotel Dei Dogi where class and style combine for a seriously romantic stay by the Venetian waters..
An equally romantic hotel but easier on your wallet is the San Moisé Hotel (http://www.italiancollection.com/en/hotel-san-moise.html), family-run and just 'round the corner from St. Marks' Square.
Always wish for the best and expect it.
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