Top Venice City Tours - page 2

Visit the magnificent Doge’s Palace in Venice without having to wait in line on this 2.5-hour walking tour. Enjoy the skip-the-line entrance and a guided tour of the Doge’s Palace. The skip-the-line ticket for a self-guided tour of the palaces around Saint Mark’s Square is also included (Correr Museum, National Archaeological Museum, and Monumental Rooms of Marciana National Library). After the guided tour, you can wander through the maze of alleys and get to know some hidden gems using our fingertip digital map. Use your mobile phone to find out more than 200 points of interests.

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.

Delve into Venetian history on this tour that showcases two of the city's most iconic structures and sheds light on the stories behind them both. Enjoy skip-the-line access to both popular attractions. Your first stop is legendary St. Mark's Basilica. Wander around the mosaic-covered interior and Byzantine treasures while a local guide fills you in on how this collection came to be. Enjoy the stunning view on Piazza San Marco with your special access to St Marks' balcony, then continue to the Doge’s Palace to explore the former political heart of Venice.

Many visitors to Venice never explore beyond the Grand Canal, but the outlying islands of Burano, Murano, and Torcello are home to traditional crafts, fascinating history, and striking scenery. With this tour, visit all three by setting sail from the train station or Riva degli Schiavoni near St. Mark’s Square. See a glass-blowing demonstration on Murano, learn about traditional lace on Burano, and see where the first lagoon settlements were located on Torcello.

Get out of Venice for the day to visit the magnificent Dolomite Mountains. The early departure is to ensure a better experience in an area that year after year has seen a growing number of visitors. Enjoy the luxury of having a driver to seamlessly transport you between sites, which, depending on the season, may include Cortina d’Ampezzo, Lake Misurina, and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks.

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.

Travel by private vehicle from Venice into the scenic Prosecco Hills for a special day of wine tasting. You’ll learn all about Prosecco wine making and sample high-quality sparkling wine at two establishments. In between, visit your guide’s family-run osteria for a typical 4-course lunch with recipes passed down from “Nonna” and delicious homemade desserts.This full-day tour holds a limit of eight passengers to ensure an intimate experience.

Explore Venice's famous canals on a guided gondola ride through the city. Meander beneath bridges and along quiet, peaceful stretches in a traditional Venetian boat, taking in sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Campo Manin as you go. Join up to five others—along with your expert gondolier—in enjoying one of Venice's most leisurely and original pastimes, and don't miss this chance to experience the Grand Canal from the water.

Book a shared Venice Link arrival transfer from Marco Polo Airport to your Venice hotel, and enjoy a stress-free start to your trip. It’s a simple, cost-effective boat transfer that’s available through the week.

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.

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.

Treat a loved one to the ultimate Venice experience with a private, 30-minute gondola ride along the Grand Canal and smaller side canals. Pass elegant Venetian palaces, colorful facades, and some of Venice’s most iconic landmarks. This private gondola tour is perfect for capturing photos of your time in Venice, and both morning and evening departures are available.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that visiting Venice and not taking a boat ride down the Grand Canal is a travelling sin. Experience the Floating City in all of its glory on a 1-hour motorboat tour in a group limited to 12. Ideal for first-time visitors, you’ll pass beautiful palazzo and sail beneath famous bridges such as the Accademia Bridge and the Rialto Bridge.

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.

This small-group tour helps you to check off two of Venice’s top attractions in a day, with skip-the-line entry included to save time waiting in long lines. Start by exploring Doge’s Palace with your guide, then after a lunch break, stroll through the spectacular St. Mark’s Basilica, all with fascinating commentary throughout, and a chance to see some hidden gems of Venice too.

Spend a delightful evening cruising along the canals of Venice on this private boat tour. Take in the architectural masterpieces that line the Grand Canal and smaller waterways from aboard a comfortable modern water taxi, venturing further than a traditional gondola would allow. Learn about the artistic and cultural history of Venice from your English-speaking guide as you soak in the sights on your choice of a 1-hour or 2-hour ride.

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.

Visit Venice from the water and explore its most beautiful islands on this great value hop-on hop-off boat tour. Choose from 14 stops along two routes, including the islands of Murano, with a visit to a glass factory, and Burano, famous for its lace making. Itineraries, map and audio guides for 120 different points of interest help you make the most of your time in Venice while avoiding the cost of a guided tour.

Venice is uniquely captivating, but the throngs of tourists around the city’s main sights make visiting a chore. With this unique walking itinerary, take a break from the crowds and explore a quieter, more authentic side of the Floating City. Admire the sights in the Dorsoduro district, from opulent palaces to locals-only eateries, while learning about this area’s history and highlights from your insider guide.

The Jewish Ghetto is one of the most fascinating and historic neighborhoods in Venice. Learn the story behind this picturesque corner of the Cannaregio district with this in-depth walking tour that focuses on the unique evolution and architecture of the world’s oldest Jewish ghetto. Spot hidden synagogues, admire medieval residences, and snap photos of charming narrow lanes and tiny bridges while you explore with your guide.

There’s so much to see in Verona—such as its Roman amphitheater, Piazza delle Erbe, and the ancient Roman gate of Porta Borsari. Save hours planning your own itinerary and let someone else do the hard work for you with this day trip from Venice. After getting a train to Verona, set off on a guided tour to tick off top sights and learn stories about the city’s history too.

Get a local’s perspective on one of the Venetian Lagoon’s most enchanting islands with a one-hour tour of Burano. Learn the history and unique customs of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed locale from a guide born and raised on the island. Admire colorful fishermen’s homes, visit landmarks like a leaning church bell tower, and see how famous Burano lace is made with a live demonstration. After the tour, linger as long as you like with recommendations from your guide on the best places to shop, dine, and explore.

Hone your photography skills as you explore romantic Venice and capture the magic of the floating city on camera. Embark on a private 3- or 6-hour tour tailor-made for you and stroll along the Grand Canal, admire landmarks like the Rialto Bridge and Saint Mark’s Basilica, or get a feel for local life in Venice’s vibrant neighborhoods. With the help of your guide, a professional photographer, learn how to get the best out of your camera, master basic photography techniques and receive expert tips on angles and lighting along the way.