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Discover Venice’s local side—and head off the tourist trail—on this immersive, private tour. Choose from multiple start times to suit your schedule, meet your guide at a convenient start point (or your hotel), and set off on foot. You’ll venture beyond the crowded areas, and will discover lesser-known treasures from quieter neighborhoods and backstreets to historic churches, gondola-making facilities, and more.

Get an in-depth look at one of Venice's most spectacular sights with this tour of St. Mark's Basilica. Visit St. Mark's Museum to see scale models of the cathedral. Take in the awe-inspiring golden mosaics inside the basilica. See the bronze horses, which came from Constantinople, replicas of which now overlook St. Mark's Square. Enjoy the extraordinary opportunity to walk onto the loggia to get your own unique view over St. Mark's Square and its buildings viewed from above.

Take a special tour of Venice's Doge's Palace for a memorable experience. Explore the secret stories and mysteries of this amazing building with local experts who love history. Start your visit at Piazza San Marco, often referred to as the "drawing room of Europe," which is the principal public square of Venice and a masterpiece of urban design. Discover the fancy rooms where Venetian kings used to walk, and be amazed by the detailed art decorating every part. Our tours give you special access and individual attention, so you can discover the palace's secrets in a new way.

Tick off many of Venice’s attractions from the water during this guided lagoon cruise. Pass by local landmarks like the waterfront Palladian churches along the Giudecca Canal, the historic mill-turned-hotel Hilton Molino Stucky Venice, and the former Benedictine monastery on the San Giorgio Maggiore Island, now the Church of San Giorgio Maggiore. Listen to onboard commentary offered in four languages along the way.

The Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica are Venice’s most famous sights, but long lines and huge crowds make visiting a chore. With this exclusive after-hours tour, marvel at these wonders after closing time when you have the palace and church all to yourself. Take in the impressive halls and prisons inside the Doge’s Palace then move on to the basilica to admire the glittering mosaics and altar.

Get your bearings in Verona and take in the top sights in less than two hours with this introductory walking tour. Meet your private guide and stroll through the old town, taking in the most vibrant squares, historic churches, and lush gardens. Learn about the city’s long history as you explore on foot, and enjoy the leisurely pace that allows for plenty of stops to snap photos along the way.

Travelers short on time in Venice can make the most of their time with this short walking tour of the city. Begin in St. Mark’s Square and follow your guide as they take you to some popular highlights such as the Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal, offering up local recommendations for cafes, bars, and restaurants along the way. Places on this shared tour are limited to eight people.

The most complete guided and narrated tour to discover Vicenza, a city of many priceless UNESCO World Heritage beauties, captivating stories and troubling events, and of a humble stonemason who will go down in history by forever redefining Architecture and its canons. You will enjoy it aboard a comfortable and fun Palladian E-Bike, to reach even the wonders out of town inaccessible on foot, and not really miss anything in the City of Palladio. Your Cicero Palladiano will lead you into the history of an unexpectedly ancient community, independent in spirit and merchant by vocation. A plot that will tell of international political alliances born from the ferment of the Reformation, of nobles not only in rank, and of the parable of a genius of the artist who became a model of modernity. From squares to palaces, from villas to bridges over the water to historic villages: every glimpse or panorama, every illustrious person will become part of an intertwining that you cannot help but love.

Save hours researching Venice’s best photo spots and let a local reveal their secrets on this photogenic Venice tour. Simply bring your camera with you and get plenty of tips on great spots for capturing the beauty of Venice—including both famous landmarks and hidden gems. To ensure the trip isn’t crowded and you can hear the guide clearly, this is an intimate small-group experience.

Our E-Bike tour explores the surroundings of Vicenza passing through 11 Villas, 7 of which are Unesco Palladian Heritage. The experience includes a special navigation system and an itinerant vocal narration: the guiding voice will be the spirit of Andrea Palladio, who retraces his history through the evolution of his villas (entrances excluded). The Network of the owners of the Palladian Villas invites you to immerse yourself in an original, active and healthy way in the history and landscapes of the Unesco Heritage that made our architect the most influential in history. In the depths of the Vicenza countryside, sumptuous residences follow one another as far as the eye can see in a widespread eco-museum, admiring the gaze of every traveler at the forms in which the teachings of the Ancients have shaped the country house of the nobleman, which from a medieval castle gradually becomes the villa Palladian, thanks to the genius of a modest, prodigious stonemason.

Learn about modern art in Venice during a private walking tour that takes you into the vibrant art scene that has existed in this city for centuries. The Venice Biennale was founded in 1895, and Venice has supported the arts in museums such as Ca’Pesaro and neighborhoods including Dorsoduro. Explore several destinations with your guide, who shares live commentary about the people who have made this city a vital arts destination.

The Gallerie dell'Accademia has got the collection of Venetian paintings ranging from Fourteenth century until reaching Renaissance artists, Bellini, Carpaccio, Giorgione, Veronese, Tintoretto and Tiziano to Giambattista Tiepolo and the 1600's Canaletto vedutisti, Guardi, Bellotto, Longhi; all of them artists who influenced the history of European painting. It's situted in three different connected building with neo-classical sculptures of Canova.

Discover the unique glass-making tradition of the quiet Venetian island of Murano on this private tour. Journey by private boat to Murano where you will learn about the history of glass-making and have the opportunity to admire a glass master working at work. You will see the different techniques that have made Murano so famous for its glass over the world, visit a factory showroom, and explore more of the small island's attractions such as the church of San Pietro Martire.

Experience Venice's timeless allure with a classic Gondola ride – a captivating journey through its waterways. Depart from Campo San Moisè, step aboard a historic vessel, and immerse in Venice's beauty. Admire magnificent architecture, uncover secret entrances to palaces, glide gracefully under bridges. No guided tour needed for breathtaking views from water. Expert assistance for boarding, up to 5 people per Gondola. Experience local tradition on elegant rowing boats. Marvel at Venice's heart, meander through historic canals. Journey includes Grand Canal stretch before returning to start, a 30-minute ride. Create magical memories with this unparalleled Gondola adventure! Experience the essence of Venice, meandering through historic canals, including a stretch along the famous Grand Canal.

Art lovers—this is the tour for you. Visit the world-renowned Biennale of Art exhibition in Venice—which has been named “The Milk of Dreams” for 2022. Eliminate the guesswork of trying to figure out the meaning behind the pieces on display, and instead, tour the central venues and pavilions with your own private guide to provide commentary.

Experience the highlights of Venice by playing an exploration game that tells the story of a burglar who is trying to save his daughter’s life. A much more fun and immersive alternative to traditional walking tours—you can discover the city’s top landmarks by completing challenges and getting directions on your phone. Highlights along the way include St Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and Palazzo Bellavite.

If you don’t have the patience for a long historical walking tour, then take control of your Padua sightseeing with this outdoor escape game. You don’t need to pick up any kit, as the game is accessed using your smartphone. Then, simply follow instructions in an app to solve clues, progress around the city, and earn points, in this perfect mix of an outdoor escape game, treasure hunt, and tour.

Explore Venice’s lesser-known artistic and architectural treasures on this 2-hour private walking tour. Your local guide will lead you through a labyrinth of narrow backstreets to discover fascinating churches, squares and other landmarks that lie off the beaten path. Learn the history of these sites and admire their stunning artistic elements while you enjoy the personalized experience of a private tour.

Embark on a private half-day guided tour that will take you to the most coveted destinations in Venice—the Palacio Ducale and the Basilica de San Marco. Once hosting the Venetian rulers and imprisoning the Republic's convicts, the majestic Doge's Palace, a significant emblem of the city, has a wealth of history to share. Adjacent to the palace lies the historic St. Mark's Basilica, once the religious heart of Venice.

This tour is unique because you will be able to understand the history of the Piazza di San Marco, the basilica and its millenary history, you will be able to admire the mosaics and marbles .... you will be able to see the Doges' Palace, where the events of the Serenissima Republic. But what will make the tour unique is the guide's passion and love for his city

Discover the fascinating history of Venice’s San Polo neighborhood on this private walking tour. Led by a local guide, explore the narrow streets and historic squares that once formed the heart of Venetian commerce. Learn about the daily lives of merchants back when Venice was a medieval maritime superpower, and hear the scintillating stories of the famed courtesans that use to inhabit San Polo. You’ll also visit the extraordinary Frari church to admire paintings by Renaissance masters Titian and Bellini.

This is the perfect Venice tour for you. This walking tour in Venice will save your day, starting with the train station we will give you the chance to enjoy everything you need. We have put together a private walking tour. You will be able to enjoy a complete Venice tour, but also to take advantage of the secret areas. Feel like a local for one day, the true soul of Venice, and head off the beaten tracks through unique neighborhoods. Walk the atmospheric streets of the hidden Venice, admire its main highlights and treasures, and taste local, traditional food and drink with a professional tour guide. The perfect way to get a taste of what Venice has to offer in a single day.

Get ready to snap some stunning photos with a Venice local on a 1.5-hour tour of the city's most Instagram-worthy spots. No need to worry about crowds, your group size won't exceed six people. Your guide will take you to the best vantage points and share expert tips for capturing that picture-perfect shot. As you wander through the city, you'll also learn hidden secrets and insider knowledge about Venice that only a local can reveal.