Top Venice Religious Tours

Visit Torcello, Murano, and Burano—three islands in the Venetian Lagoon—on this tour from Venice by motorboat. With a guide, watch glass being blown at a Murano glass factory, see historical cathedrals on Torcello, and admire exquisite handmade lace on Burano. This is a great way to see more than just the central sights of Venice and enjoy a cruise on the water. Select a departure time when booking.

The entrance lines at Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica can sometimes feel like they last forever. Bypass the annoyance of waiting in long queues by prebooking this Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Skip-the-Line Small-Group Tour. Perfect for those with a limited time in Venice, you’ll visit both big attractions with a guide leading the way and loading you with historical info you wouldn’t hear otherwise.

Traverse the canals of Venice aboard a traditional gondola with your very own gondolier. Float along narrow waterways and hidden passages, admiring the beauty of one of Italy's most magical cities. Pass beneath centuries-old bridges and take in famous attractions such as St. Marks' Bell Tower and San Giorgio Island from the coziness of your flat-bottomed boat. Lastly, experience a ride in a unique virtual reality as you glide over the Grand Canal's tranquil waters at sunset over the centuries, and then discover the craftsmanship and secrets behind Venice's iconic boat with an up-close look at a sectioned model.

Taste your way through the backstreet bars of Venice on this delicious food and wine tour. Follow your local guide to different ‘enotecas’ (wine bars) to discover where local Venetians go to drink and mingle. At each stop, sample regional wines and Prosecco served alongside plates of the popular Venetian appetizers called ‘cicchetti.’ Group size is limited to 12 to ensure a personalized experience.

Delve into the lesser-explored corners of Venice with a small-group walking tour through the Cannaregio district and the historic Jewish Ghetto. Gain insights into the city's fascinating Jewish heritage as your guide highlights significant landmarks along the way, such as the Deportation Memorial. For an even deeper understanding, an extended tour option also includes a synagogue visit.

Save yourself from the stress of standing in a long line to visit St. Mark's Basilica by choosing this tour with skip-the-line admission included. After meeting your guide at St. Mark’s Square, you can learn some background information and then discover the interior of St. Mark’s Basilica together. Highlights include the first-floor museum, the terrace, and the magnificent mosaics.

First time in Venice? Maximize your time in the city with a full-day itinerary that ticks off all the most memorable attractions. Stroll across the Rialto Bridge and browse the lively Rialto fish market, then hop aboard a traditional gondola for a romantic cruise along the Grand Canal. Finally, visit St. Marks's Basilica and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge's Palace. This small-group tour is limited to 20 people ensuring a personalized experience

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.

Explore Venice without the hassle of researching or planning on a food tour with multiple food and alcoholic beverage tastings, from Italian gelato to Spritz. Booking a private tour ensures the full attention of your guide, who provides little-known facts about Venice’s history and robust food scene as well as recommendations for the duration of your visit. A range of departure times is available for your convenience.

Explore the hidden corners of Venice on this walking tour and benefit from local knowledge. Stroll with a small group to the city square of Campo Santa Margherita, see the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, and visit the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari. Then cross the Rialto Bridge and walk past the Marco Polo House to St. Mark's Square. Upgrade for a private tour.

No visit to Venice is complete without taking in the Doge’s Palace, but this Gothic masterpiece has vast sections that most visitors never see. With this tour, enjoy VIP access behind the scenes to explore the palace’s secret archives, torture chambers, and attic prison cells with a guide.

Swap the schedules and historical focus of conventional tours for a private walking tour of Venice with a local who’ll show you the city like a friend. Tell them what you fancy doing, and enjoy a personalized tour enriched by their grassroots knowledge. Explore often-overlooked neighborhoods; discover sights and eateries favored by locals; and get transport and cultural pointers to help ensure you get the most from your visit.

Discover several Venetian attractions in one itinerary with this full-day tour. Visit St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica, and the Rialto Bridge with an art historian guide leading the way. Stroll along Venice’s romantic canals and climb aboard a gondola for a scenic boat ride. After free time for lunch, skip the line for instant access into Doge’s Palace to see Casanova’s prison cell and walk across the Bridge of Sighs.

Get to the famed glassblowing island of Murano in style with a one-way private water taxi transfer. Have a chance to explore a 7th–century cathedral in Murano's historical center before visiting a glass factory. Here, you can learn about the skill required to blow glass by watching a demonstration, and you can also peruse showrooms and take advantage of discounts on glassware.

Traveling with children can be challenging, especially when faced with long lines at top attractions. This specially tailored private guided tour for families offers a solution: skip-the-line access to the ever-popular Doge's Palace. Along the way, enjoy child-friendly games and activities, and a chance to also check of St. Mark’s Square and the Bridge of Sighs.

Embark on a detailed tour of Saint Mark's Square in Venice when you book this afternoon guided tour. Visit the Golden Basilica to marvel at its Byzantine architecture filled with golden mosaics and marble flooring. Your guide provides information on its history and describes the biblical scenes represented around the building as you walk around the chapel.

Beat the crowds on this small-group tour to San Michele, a tiny island dominated by the San Michele Island Church (Chiesa di San Michele in Isola) and its historic cemetery. Your guide will introduce the cemetery and its monumental tombs, show you the last resting places of Igor Stravinsky, Ezra Pound, and Joseph Brodsky, and showcase the fascinating church. Please note: water bus tickets are at your own expense.

This place is considered the first Ghetto in the entire word, created in the '500, has been the house of the Jewish community for centuries, and it's sill the center of the Jewish culture in Venice. Together we are going to explore the beautiful Campo de Gheto, I will explain to you everything about how this Ghetto was created and why. We are going to see five Synagogues from outside and two of them from the inside. I will talk to you about the suffering of the Jewish people during WWII and we will discover the amazing story of Doctor Giuseppe Jona.

See a different side of Venice with this off the beaten path walking tour, including the Jewish Ghetto and Cannaregio. Follow your private guide to these two lesser-known neighborhoods away from the city center crowds. Learn about the area’s history and hear stories about how Venetians live today. This private tour can be customized according to your interests.

Your adventure begins as you meet your knowledgeable guide near the famed Piazza San Marco, often called the "drawing room of Europe," which is the principal public square of Venice and a masterpiece of urban design. From there, prepare to be dazzled as you step inside and behold a shimmering expanse of golden mosaics that decorate the ceilings and walls, each telling a story of the church's rich heritage. Throughout the tour, your guide will entertain you with tales of the Basilica's past, from its humble origins as a simple chapel to its current grandeur as one of the most stunning religious sites in the world. Learn about the treasures within, including the golden altarpiece, as you explore the first floor of the Basilica. Marvel at its intricate details and exquisite beauty, which blend Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance styles in a harmonious symphony of art and architecture. Take advantage of this opportunity to uncover the secrets of one of Venice's most precious jewels.

Explore the unique spots of Venice with our guided tour of two famous sites: St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. Enjoy Venice’s rich history and culture as you visit these remarkable buildings. The tour begins in St. Mark’s Square, the bustling heart of Venice. First, visit St. Mark’s Basilica, admire its stunning architectural details, and learn about its fascinating history. Next, head to the Doge’s Palace, which used to be the workplace of Venetian leaders. Get a fast-track entry and explore the opulent rooms adorned with beautiful works of art. Walk across the iconic Bridge of Sighs and reflect on the stories from the past. By the end of the tour, you will have gained new knowledge and excitement to discover more of Venice. Let this magnificent city reveal its history and beauty to you.