In this tour, explore the highlights of Cannaregio district. From Rialto, go along Strada Nuova to reach Fondamenta della Misericordia. Admire Campiello dei Mori, the gothic Madonna dell’Orto Church and the Jewish Ghetto.
We will take you through the narrow and quiet Venetian streets between the Cannaregio district and the Ancient Jewish Ghetto, the wonderful antiques shop windows and traditional Jewish shops. We will be able to stop and drink an excellent espresso in the small coffee shop in the city that has been using the same recipe for almost a century.
We can then head towards the beating heart of Venice in the San Polo and San Marco districts. We will not fail to cross the Rialto Bridge and take a tour of the Rialto Market. We will visit a "hidden place" from which to appreciate a completely exclusive view of the Grand Canal.
For lunch, an ancient bacaro hides among the narrow and intricate calli of Venice where you can enjoy excellent traditional Venetian cicchetti.
We will reach Piazza San Marco, surrounded by its main buildings and we will arrive at the Bridge of Sighs; finally you can visit the Basilica of San Marco (not included).
Afterwards, we will take the ferry boat to reach the rail station.
The Murano Glass Museum was founded in 1861 when the darkest period in the history of Murano glassmaking had been overcome, following the fall of the Republic of San Marco ( 1797) and the subsequent years of foreign rule.
The Murano Glass Museum collection is laid out chronologically on the first floor of the museum. Starting from an archaeological section on the ground floor, which contains noteworthy Roman works dating from the 1st to the 3rd century A.D., it follows to the largest historical collection of Murano glass in the world, with pieces dating from the 15th to the 20th century, many of them world-famous masterpieces.
Walk around the city and explore local street food on this fun and delicious small group tour. For many centuries Venetians have preserved their culinary traditions which differ from the rest of Italy. Your knowledgeable local guide will help you to discover new flavours and hidden recipes as you stop off in historic food markets, authentic eateries and family-run gelaterias to taste the traditional local specialities. You will sample a variety of popular local treats, including famous “cicchetti”, which is a small snack, topped with various ingredients, usually with strong-flavoured fish but also vegetables, salami, cheeses and many others. Our tour is not only about the food: you will see the highlights of the city, learn about Venetian customs and traditions, and enjoy a relaxing walk along the canals.
A full immersion during which you can discover the artistic beauties of the Serenissima.
Our escort will tell you the story of the masterpieces of the city of Venice while remaining comfortably aboard our boat.
The hour-long panoramic tour will start from the most famous square in the world, will cross the San Marco Basin and continue along the Giudecca Canal, famous for its white Palladian Churches, finally circumnavigating the island of San Giorgio and then returning in Piazza San Marco, the Venetian drawing room.
Learn the secrets of glassblowing during this activity in Venice. Visit a Glass Factory Showroom near St Mark's Square to see examples of this highly specialized glass art, beloved by collectors the world over. Learn about this technique's origins in the Roman Empire from you guide, then watch a glassblowing demonstration by a Master Artisan. Walk away with a small souvenir.
- Learn about the art of glassblowing in Venice
- See gorgeous specimens of Murano glass in the showroom
- Hear about the technique's origin in the Roman Empire from your guide
- Watch a live glassblowing demonstration
- Walk away with a small souvenir
St. Mark's Basilica is considered one of the most important buildings in the city of Venice, a true masterpiece of Byzantine art, once the private chapel of the Doge.
You can skip the long line at the entrance to quickly immerse yourself inside this majestic church and the riches that represented the splendor of the Serenissima Republic.
Our professional guide will tell you about the history of St. Mark, its remains, the architectural aspects of this masterpiece of Byzantine art and the stories of the New and Old Testament represented in the mosaics.
Embark on a memorable journey through Venice's iconic landmarks. Explore St. Mark's Square, home to architectural marvels like St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Renaissance clock tower. Wander the charming bridges and alleys of the Castello district.
Discover treasures in campo Santa Maria Formosa and campo San Giovanni & Paolo, including the grand Basilica and Marco Polo's former residence. Our knowledgeable guide will share historical insights and lead you through the Mercerie shopping area.
Finally, experience the essence of Venice with a Gondola ride at campo San Moisè, gliding along the Grand Canal past captivating architecture and hidden entrances to opulent palaces.
Learn about the history, culture and traditions of Italian Jews on a guided tour of 2 historic synagogues in Venice. Meet the Ashkenazi community and discover the origins of the Venetian Ghetto with a Jewish History Expert Guide.
Highlights:
• Visit Venetian Synagogues with a Jewish History Expert-Guide
• Admire the beautiful interiors of the Levantine Synagogue and Spanish Synagogue
• Immerse yourself in the history of the Venetian Ghetto
• Learn about Jewish history, culture and traditions
• Enjoy a private tour tailored to your interests
Discover the essence of Jewish experience in Italy on a private tour of the historic synagogues in Venetian Ghetto, part of the architectural complex of Museo Ebraico (Jewish Museum). With skip-the-line tickets you can enjoy this exclusive experience without queues and enter at your scheduled time. Discover Italian-Jewish history, culture and heritage with an Expert Guide!
This tour merges two of the most important "attractions" of Venice in a single package to discover the traditional atmosphere of this ancient city.
You will admire Doge's palace first, then you will enjoy a unique shared gondola ride.
Please note, the tour includes a break of 1 hour and 30 mins more or less.
Use a door to door transfer, a comfortable and hassle free service that will allow you to enjoy your journey from the moment you arrive to the city of Venice.
Choose from two comfortable vehicles to suit your group size. For groups of up to 3 we offer sedan vehicles that can accommodate 3 pieces of luggage. Alternatively, for larger groups of 4-7 passengers, you have the option of a minivan that accommodates 7 pieces of luggage. If necessary, you can also order a water taxi with the same number of people.
Discover the art of glass blowing on the Island of Murano. Go to Murano in a very special way: take a water taxi from Venice and visit a factory where you can learn more about the processes involved and admire the final results.
You will see a demonstration of the Murano glass production with a Murano glass master that will use the traditional techniques. You will see the Glass blowing technique which is the oldest and beat known one and also the sculpture technique.
A member of the team of the glass factory will explain the passages of the production.
At the end of the demonstration you will visit the showroom with the greatest collection of artworks made by the most important Murano Glass masters, and you can also visit the gift shop of the factory.
Watching the glass blowing live is incredible! The guide tour spoke so easy to understand, explain how glass products are made and give helpful information about the glass making, how the glass is created, let you discover the furnace life cycle. The visit of our traditional Murano glass furnace to watch glass artisans in front of you making amazing objects is an unforgettable experience during your holidays in Venice. The glass shop is incredible too, it is an exclusive art gallery with all the murano glass best collections! The staff here are very helpful and very kind. We offer the best customer service.
If you want to visit Murano and Burano islands with a convenient departure from Venice join our fascinating Half-day Motorboat Cruise to Venice Lagoon Islands Murano and Burano. You will be able to explore the most famous islands in the Venice lagoon and soak up their picturesque and fascinating atmosphere!
Discover the art of Murano glass making with a visit to the Arte Di Murano glass factory. See the glass-making process from start to finish and learn about the history of this traditional craft.
Meet your guide at the factory entrance and begin the tour. Admire the 2000 square meter factory, located on the upper floor 12 meters above the ground, designed and built to showcase Murano glass making.
Meet the staff and learn about the glass-making process. Watch as glass is melted and shaped into beautiful objects. Get to know the masters, who will show you some manufacturing techniques.
After the tour, visit the shop to see the wide range of highly differentiated products and exclusively handmade objects, lighting, sculpture, costume jewelery and mirrors.
Book your private transfer from Venice Cruise Terminal to Venice city centre, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Enjoy a premium personalized service with meet & greet at disembarking dock.
Meet your guide in Venice city center and, with your local insider, discover the magic of Venice in a 2-hours walking tour. The expert will tell you everything about the typical features of Venice, such as the navigation, the unique lifestyle, the most authentic places, the delicious food and wine and the city’s glorious past. Admire the most beautiful places, walk through the picturesque “calli”- tiny and fascinating streets -, see the Gondoliers sailing in the canals and arrive at the Rialto area. Finally, reach the Ponte di Rialto, the first bridge built on the Grand Canal. Don’t forget your camera! This is one of the most photographed places in Venice. Keep following your local insider through the "sestieri" - Venetian name for neighborhood - until the majestic and world-famous Piazza San Marco, the stunning square that hosts St.Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s palace. Listen to stories and legends about Venetian architecture and art and admire the most iconic square in the world.
Discover centuries of classical art and music in Venice with this Interpreti Veneziani concert, which includes admission to the Music Museum. Admire cellos and violins from the 17th to 19th centuries and learn Vivaldi’s life story at the Music Museum in the San Maurizio Church. Finish your day enjoying famous symphonies by composers such as Bach, Handel and Mozart performed by the acclaimed Interpreti Veneziani ensemble.
The ancient art of engraving, which had its greatest splendor and diffusion in Venice, will have no more secrets! For those who want a unique experience in the ancient world of craftsmanship, I organize individual courses (one or at most two people) to explain and put into practice the basic techniques of engraving. Participants will thus have the opportunity to create a real art print made by them (on their original idea or drawing) and take it home. An experience that they will certainly not forget - in fact, they can hang it in their home! The course includes etching with the drypoint technique on Plexiglas or drypoint on zinc. I will follow you in the choice of subjects, in the preparation of the drawings and during all the processing phases, from the initial study to the processing of the plate up to the final prints.
Reservations are accepted by people from the same family or relatives
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore Venice as you’ve never seen before and marvel at amazing panoramic views
• Stroll down the narrow alleys of Venice and encounter enchanting squares
• Receive that local touch with the professional guide as you see the main highlights of Venice
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Join an amazing walking tour, as Venice is a fascinating maze of narrow streets, elegant palaces, and imposing churches: we make sure you don't miss a thing during an enlightening walking tour led by our professional guides.
Experience Venice from the water and marvel at its spectacular mansions aboard a traditional gondola. Sit back and relax as you are punted along the magnificent Grand Canal and venture down some of the smaller canals to escape the crowds.
Get carried away by this ancient mode of transportation as a professional gondolier rows you along the romantic waterways. Get breathtaking views of the city at every step of the way. Pass under historic bridges and near famous attractions. Travel back in time and experience Venice as it should be enjoyed by everyone who visits.
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Venice in the evening and get to know an alternative side of the city. Hear about the mysteries, secrets and ghost legends of Venice from your guide.
Follow routes that are off the beaten path as you spend a fascinating 1 hour and 45 minutes experiencing the intimate and peaceful atmosphere of the city at night.
Patrician residence in San Stae, housing valuable eighteenth-century furnishing and paintings. The palazzo is the home of the Centro Studi di Storia del Tessuto e del Costume (Centre for the Study of the History of Textiles and Clothing), and holds rich, complex collections coming from diverse sources. Among them, the museum displays a selection of rare pieces – fabrics and outfits, including original, sumptuous eighteenth-century dresses – of special importance. The dresses and accessories on display, which are for the most part of Venetian origin, were made with textured fabrics and often embellished with embroidery and lace, standing as excellent testimony to the skills of the large group of artisans (weavers, tailors, lace-makers, embroiderers, etc.) who contributed to creating the refined and luxurious elegance for which the Venetians were famed at the time.
We’ve all heard about wine and food tastings, but how about a chocolate tasting?
From Monday to Saturday, from 11.00 to 16.00 you can taste the delicacy produced in our laboratory and traces the history of chocolate.
This experience is perfect for either you and your spouse or for a group of friends! Your mission is to discover the deliciousness that chocolate has to offer.
Dragées, chocolate covers, pralines and truffles are just some of the many products you will find - and taste! - in this wonderful shop!
Your tour will start in Piazza San Marco where you will meet your guide and fellow travelers. you'll have the chance to visit the magnificent Basilica of San Marco and see the unique Byzantine mosaics that it holds.
Delight in the artistry of local artisans as they transform molten glass into exquisite works of art, showcasing the timeless tradition that has defined Murano for centuries.
Throughout the tour, enjoy seamless access with included entrance tickets and personalized insights from our knowledgeable guide, who will enrich your experience with captivating anecdotes and historical context. With a duration of one hour and thirty minutes, this immersive journey promises to leave you enchanted by the magic of Venice's cultural treasures.
Join us on this unforgettable adventure and discover the allure of Venice through the lens of its most iconic landmarks and artistic traditions.
