Top Veneto Shore Excursions

Go sightseeing in Venice with a small-group tour of city highlights including St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. Meet your guide for a half-day stroll focused on the history and culture of Venice. Maximize time with pre-reserved tickets at St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. Go inside these landmarks and learn about their history from a local guide.

Departure from San Marco - Cornoldi. We take you across the lagoon with a sightseeing boat, listen your multilingual guide on board and visit the three most important Islands of the Venetian Lagoon: Murano, Burano and Torcello. • See Murano Island famous for its glass making since the 10th century • Visit Burano the island of colorful houses and the traditional Burano lace • Get by boat to the historical Torcello island, the "mother of Venice

Relax in style with this entry ticket to the Garda Thermal Park good for one full day. Enjoy all the amenities of this Thermal Park near Lake Garda, including whirlpools set at different temperatures and the park's incredible thermal lakes in which the temperature is between 84-102 F (29-39 C).

See Venice through the eyes of a local on this private tour. Find moments of calm and unexpected hidden gems as you travel by the Cannaregio on foot and learn to navigate the bustling local markets. In 2 hours you will learn about the center of Venice and its rich history, and even pick up some Italian to use on the rest of your trip! Sip Venetian coffee (or wine) and enjoy the sights away from the crowds.

Enjoy a stress-free arrival in Venice with this shared transfer service. Board a comfortable motorboat at the Venezia Marittima cruise terminal and disembark at a drop-off point near your central Venice hotel. Sit back, relax and take in the extraordinary sights that welcome you on the ride across the Venetian Lagoon.

Cruise along Venice's most famous waterway with a private, 1-hour boat tour of the Grand Canal, followed by a trip across the Venetian Lagoon to the renowned glass-blowing island of Murano. Zip alongside magnificent palazzos and soak up the quiet charm of smaller canals as your driver relates the legends and history of 'the floating city.' In Murano, watch master glassblowers at a factory workshop and admire intricate finished pieces at the showroom.

Skip the crowded water bus and take in the Grand Canal in luxury and style with this private boat tour on board a traditional Venetian water limousine. Set off along Venice’s most iconic waterway to admire opulent palaces and historic bridges as you sip a glass of Prosecco. Opt for a daytime tour, or cruise after sunset to admire the Floating City by night.

Make your romantic memories of the canal city last forever with a private gondola ride and photo shoot in Venice.

Glide through some of Venice's most famous waterways with a private 4-hour boat tour of the Grand Canal, Murano, and Burano. Watch glass blowers at work on Murano and lace makers on Burano. Travel by private motor boat along the picturesque Grand Canal.

Experience the best of Lake Garda without the hassle of following a map or coordinating public transportation with this private driving tour. Set off directly from Verona and enjoy a scenic ride to the lake, where you’ll stop to explore sights like the Belvedere Castle and the Roman ruins in Desenzano del Garda. Relax over a wine tasting in the cellars of a medieval castle before the drive back to Verona.

We'll start our tour from the historical Rialto area, defined by historians "the Wall Street of Europe in the Middle Ages". We'll discover the secrets of Rialto and I'll unveil the venetian point of view about the Rialto bridge and its spectacular view on the Grand Canal. We'll discover why masks and Carnival are so important in Venice and then away from the crowds, we will take a walk to discover the unique layout of the city: bridges, fancy private palaces, narrow alleyways, large and small campi(our squares), elaborate stone well heads. Finally we'll reach the most beautiful square of the world, Piazza San Marco, to see the famous architectures (the Doges' Palace, Sansovino Library, the Bridge of Sighs, the Bell Tower, Procuratie) only outside. Here I will share with you some secrets and details that generally people don’t notice. If you are a curious traveller and it's your first time in Venice for sure you'd like to have answers to all these questions: Why was Venice built on water? When was Venice built? Why does St. Mark's Church look so Oriental? Is Venice sinking? I will lead you through the millennium of life of the Serenissima Republic. So, let's discover the past full of charm of this unique city and its intriguing present.

Discover the awe-inspiring St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice without the headache of long lines. Head to the front of the queue with your expert guide and step inside to admire the cathedral’s glittering gold mosaics and embellished domes. Explore other architectural highlights of St. Mark’s Square and learn about Venice’s history as a seafaring superpower and Italian cultural capital. You also escape to quieter backstreets of Hidden Venice to visit lesser-known attractions and gain insight into daily Venetian life.

See the famous canal city of Venice from the water with a sailing tour of the Venetian Lagoon Islands from Jesolo. Explore unusual and secluded areas most people miss. Sail among the islands to see the unique landscape and natural environment around this iconic city.

Experience an Exclusive Small-Group Gondola Ride with Singer and Musician along the Grand Canal and Romantic Canals, wearing your own Carnival Mask. Our knowledgeable guide will provide a short introduction to the history and traditions of Venetian gondolas. As a gift, we'll give you a genuine Carnival Mask to wear during the gondola ride and take home with you. Don't forget to snap some unforgettable photos with your mask on board the gondola and share them on social media!

Venice's historic center can be hectic at the best of times, and chaotic during peak season. Relax with the company of a licensed city guide who knows every backstreet and alleyway on this private and 100% customizable sightseeing tour. Learn about the city's artistic heritage, imperial past, rich food culture, and magical architecture as you stroll: upgrade to finish your experience with a ride in your very own gondola.

Breeze past the crowds with your own private guide and enjoy a walking tour of Venice with just your friends or family. You’ll have all of your questions answered while you stroll to St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco), Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto), Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale), and more. Or customize your half-day tour with shopping and sightseeing.

See Venice from the water and visit the island of Murano with ease on this shared boat tour from Piazzale Roma. Cruise along the Grand Canal to admire the buildings along its banks and then continue out into the lagoon to the island of Murano. Once there, hop out and take a tour of one of the glass factories for which Murano is famous.

Marvel at Venice’s Grand Canal plus visit a traditional glass factory on the island of Murano without busting your travel budget with this small-group boat tour. Set off from St. Mark’s Square and cruise down the Grand Canal, learning about the historic lining the canal from your guide on board. Then head to Murano for a guided tour of a glass factory before catching the free shuttle back to central Venice.

Leave your cruise ship at the port and see the sights of Venice with a private guide. The 3-hour shore excursion is tailored to you, so you decide what you want to see and when. Go off the well-trodden tourist track to visit the neighborhood of Cannaregio, or scout out the wares of Rialto fish market. Check out tucked-away churches, and then finish with a glass of wine and nibbles in a local bar. It’s a great way to see a side of Venice that many visitors miss.

Discover the quieter, more authentic side of Lake Garda by exploring its eastern shoreline far from the crowds with this private day trip. Set off directly from Verona for a scenic drive through the Valpolicella wine country to Punta di San Vigilio to take in the views. Relax over a wine tasting at a family-run cellar before stopping to explore Lungolago di Lazise, one of Lake Garda’s most charming towns.

Experience one of the world’s most enchanting cities on this private boat tour of Venice. After a convenient hotel or port pickup, travel with a local guide to explore the city’s famed canals. Visit St. Mark’s Square, marvel at Burano’s technicolor homes and beautiful lacework, and watch a master glass blower at work in Murano, all with guide commentary to keep you entertained throughout.

While Venice’s historic center is challenging on a bike, the Veneto region and Riviera del Brenta are ideal for exploring on two wheels, while a cycle path runs between Venice and Lake Garda. Choose from city bikes, touring bikes, mountain bikes, and road bikes, with rental periods from one to seven days: bikes come equipped with locks and lights, with helmets and panniers available at an additional fee.

Hi, I'm Michael, a professional photographer born and raised in Venice. I will be your perfect photographer for your vacation, for your romantic honeymoon or for the perfect wedding proposal. During the photo shoot we will take photos while we walk through the streets of the city, being a local I will also tell you some very interesting curiosities about Venice and its culture, then we will also take the gondola ride where we will still take some very suggestive photos. We will conclude the photo shoot by taking other photos in the most hidden and particular corners of the city. During our tour I will also recommend activities or places to visit during your vacation in Venice