Top Veneto Half-day Tours - page 3

Avoid the crowds that fill Venice by joining this small-group tour. In the company of your guide and no more than six guests, explore the city after dark when it is at its least crowded. Visit the Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sighs before enjoying exclusive access to the Saint Mark's Basilica: you'll enjoy a VIP experience after it has closed to all other visitors.

Explore romantic Verona on two wheels on this relaxed bike tour. Stop at Verona’s main sights, such as an ancient Roman bridge over the Adige River, two Roman theaters, the old city walls, and even Juliet’s House—made famous by Shakespeare’s tragic play, ‘Romeo and Juliet.’ As you pedal through the UNESCO-listed historic center of Verona, hear stories of the city’s history, art, and architecture. Group size is limited to 12, making for a more intimate tour.

Enjoy the best of Venice on this guided walking tour plus skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica. Explore the best that the canal city has to offer, winding your way through narrow alleys, and see Venice's top attractions.

Dive into the delicious tradition of cicchetti and wine in Venice on this food tour. Get insider tips on where the locals go to eat and find out what Venetian dishes to try. Explore the maritime history of Venice with a knowledgeable guide as you walk through the colorful Rialto Market. Then, cross the Grand Canal by gondola and walk through the old Jewish Ghetto, Cannaregio, to sample snacks and drinks.

Discover Murano, just north of Venice, on a 3-hour guided tour of its charming streets and channels. You’ll learn about Murano glass, which has been produced here for centuries and has traditionally been considered some of the most exquisite glass in the world. Visit a glass factory, and then have a little time to explore the islands on your own.

Venture outside the tourist areas of Venice and explore the islands of the Venetian Lagoon on a guided boat tour. With this tour, you’ll set out from a pier conveniently located near St. Mark’s square to visit the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. You’ll tour a glass factory and watch a glass blowing artist in action in Murano and enjoy free time strolling the colorful canals and browsing the artisan shops of Burano. The last stop is the mysterious Torcello with the oldest churches of Venice, here the Venice Republic was born. During your journey back you’ll admire the beauty of the Venetian Northern lagoon.

Skip the strict schedule and set itinerary of a group tour and take in both Venice’s blockbuster sights and its quiet corners with this private tour. Join your guide for a custom stroll through the Floating City to admire blockbusters like St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace, cross the Rialto Bridge spanning the Grand Canal, and skirt tiny canals known only to locals.

With the cruise ship crowds departed, Venice by night has a completely different feel. Experience the city with a guide and capture atmospheric photos of palaces, squares and monuments on this fascinating walking tour. As well as city signatures such as St. Mark's Square, the Grand Canal and the Rialto Bridge, savor local specialties: Venetian seafood cicchetti tapas and a touch of prosecco sparkling wine.

You will go on a unique itinerary by bike that reveals Verona highlights and hidden corners at their best, accompanied by knowledgeable and welcoming local official guides. You will blend yourself in the knot of lanes of the historical centre but also have the chance to admire the city from a breathtaking panoramic point of view.

Discover Verona through its food on a walking tour around the city center. You'll learn about the local cuisine, culture, and culinary history as you visit restaurants and food venues to taste a variety of items.

See the best of Venice in a day on a tour that combines a guided walk with a cruise along the bustling Grand Canal. Hear the history of St. Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge from a guide, and visit St. Mark’s Basilica with a skip-the-line ticket to beat the long admission lines. Discover the tucked-away treasures of Venice’s backstreets and charming canals, and then finish on a high note: a water taxi cruise on the Grand Canal.

Explore the best of Venice with this Super Saver combo of three popular tours. Skip the line at the Doge’s Palace, where you can wander through ornate public rooms and across the notorious Bridge of Sighs. You’ll also head to the front of the long queue at St Mark’s Basilica to tour the dazzling interior of this Byzantine masterpiece and enjoy a guided walking tour of Venice’s hidden gems. Finally, cruise down the Grand Canal aboard a motorboat and soak in the majestic passing scenery.

Eat and drink your way through one of Venice’s most distinctive neighborhoods on a walking food tour through the Cannaregio district, also known as the former Jewish ghetto. Learn about the area’s history and culture from your guide as you stroll through its narrow winding streets, stopping to sample some of the best and most authentic delicacies around, such as pasta, wine, gelato, and freshly-baked goods.

Explore the Venetian Lagoon at your own pace on a semi-independent tour and cruise to the islands of Murano and Burano. Discover Murano’s rich glass-making heritage as you peek into a glass-blowing workshop, then enjoy free time to take in the rest of the island. Next, grab your camera and set off to admire the colourful houses and serene canals of Burano, one of Venice’s most photogenic spots. Your self-guided tour includes round-trip transport by motorboat, plus multilingual assistance on-board.

Explore the romantic city of Verona on this guided walking tour. Discover why Shakespeare wrote about the city and why UNESCO listed it as a World Heritage Site as you walk past monuments, busy squares, and quaint alleyways. Then head to the Verona Arena with skip-the-line access to marvel at the ancient Roman amphitheater constructed in pink marble as your guide informs you of its history and stories.

This tour will take us, together with a local guide, to discover the real Padua. We will take a walk around the city to discover the most important views and monuments. We will see Prato della Valle, the Basilica of Sant'Antonio or "Il Santo", destination of millions of pilgrims every year and a romantic mix of styles and cultures from all corners of the world. Along the cobbled streets and medieval porticoes we will reach the beating heart of the historic center. We will see the ancient Ghetto of the city which, with its narrow streets and clubs, has become a meeting place for young students. Then the squares, Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza della Frutta with views of the Palazzo della Ragione and often enlivened by the market stalls and the swarming of people under the "Hall". We will reach Piazza dei Signori, a meeting place for Paduans for an aperitif and once the home of the city's lords. Palazzo Bo, seat of the University of Padua. We will conclude the tour with a "Padua-style" tasting.

Pair light exercise with nature and history and a little bit of wine on this fun half-day electric bicycle tour through Valpolicella's vineyard-blanketed hills. Pedal through the beautiful countryside of low-rolling hills and then stop to sample some locally made wine at a vineyard while learning about the typical characteristics of the region's wine from an expert sommelier. Numbers are limited to twelve people on this small-group tour, ensuring you receive personalized attention from your guide.

Venice has an atmosphere and flavor unlike any Italian city, so explore its rich culture and culinary traditions on a walking tour that pairs sightseeing with great food and wine. See where locals go to shop for fresh fish and produce at the historic Rialto Market, and learn how to order the Venetian tapas know as “cicchetti” at a curated selection of wine bars. In between tasting stops, pass famous landmarks like Marco Polo’s house and the Grand Canal.

Saint Marks Basilica and the Doges Palace are two landmarks rarely left off any Venice Itinerary, but their popularity means that visitors often spend more time queuing outside than exploring inside. Visit both on this 4-hour tour, including skip-the-line entrance and a walking tour of romantic Venice.

Experience an amazing panoramic tour by E-bike discovering the most romantic views from Verona hills and enjoy a traditional Aperitivo. After exploring these beautiful corners of the city, you'll stop at a typical Osteria for a typical Veronese Aperitif. You can taste some delicacies like the Monte Veronese cheese and discover the aromas of traditional wines. Pedal past sights like Basilica di San Zeno Maggiore and Piazza delle Erbe and taste regional wines including Valpolicella and Prosecco.

Delve into the history and culture of historic Verona with this in-depth walking tour that touches on the most captivating city sights. Explore the old town with a guide to skip the hassle of following a map and take in blockbusters like the Roman arena along with little-known treasures like the porticoed Via Sottoriva. Enjoy stories and insights about the legendary hometown of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet from your guide.

Experience the grandeur and history of Venice on this private tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. Admire the shimmering mosaics and golden altars of the city’s most famous cathedral, and see masterpieces by Titian and Tintoretto as you wander through the lavish chambers of the Venetian Republic’s one-time rulers. Skip the long lines at both attractions with priority access (from April to October), so you don't waste a minute of precious vacation time.

Skip the lines at Saint Mark’s Basilica and Doge's Palace and opt a shared guided tour instead. Then, enjoy the quintessential Venice experience—a gondola ride through the city’s canals and waterways. Your ticket also includes access to several landmarks surrounding Saint Mark’s Square, as well as access to a mobile app that provides commentary to a walking tour of the city at your own pace.