Tours in Venice

Explore some of the smaller, secret Venetian canals by motorboat on a 2-hour cruise, and discover the neighborhoods of Cannaregio, the Jewish Ghetto and Dorsoduro as well as the Grand Canal, too! While hearing anecdotes and history about the enchanting city from an onboard guide, look out for sights such as the Arsenale shipyard alongside intriguing lesser-known landmarks. See craftsmen at work at a gondola boat workshop, and then finish the cruise on a high note with a jaunt along the glamorous Grand Canal and underneath Rialto Bridge.

Admire Venice from the most exclusive and breathtaking point of view: the water. Slide among centuries of history and picturesque views on a traditional Venetian gondola, an experience you will hardly forget. An enchanting and relaxing way to enjoy the colors, lights, sights, charm and beauty of Venice. You will admire elegant bank-side palaces, unique bridges and breath the charming and magic atmosphere that only a town built on water can give you.

When you are in Venice with your family, don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to skip all the lines as you visit the Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale). You will not have to waste hours waiting in line as you will bypass the queues in the company of your top-rated and licensed kid-friendly local guide. This 2-hour private tour will be the perfect choice for parents and kids: your guide will entertain everyone with games, activities and fun stories tailored to your children’s age and interests. You will visit St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sights, the New Prisons, the Golden and Giants’ Staircases, the Chamber of the Great Council and much more!

Dolomites is a mountain range in Italy that extends to the provinces of Belluno, Bolzano, Trento, Udine and Pordenone. You will visit Cortina D´ampezzo which is the main town of the area and enjoy the wonderful views of the Misurina Lake and mountains. You will discover the main emblematic sights of Dolomites with your private driver. Of course you will have some free time for a wonderful Italian lunch before driving back to Venice (lunch is not included in the price of the tour). Pick up and drop off will be from Piazzale Roma or place of choice outside the center of Venice. You will have the pick up in your hotel inside the channels by water taxi if you choose this option.

Our Full-day Private Trip to Venice will start from the Santa Lucia Station. You will be provided return train tickets to Venice from Florence. On arrival into Venice, your guide will meet you at the station, We will visit important monuments, museums, churches that guard famous relics, the great schools of Venice and places where illustrious figures of Venetian art had their place of work in Venice. We will indicate the places where the Venetians meet and have fun in their free time, the best osterias and baccari, as well as the best place to taste a "Spritz" and other delights of Venetian cuisine. We will walk through the foundations and the most important churches in Venice will impact us with their beauty and their history and end the visit with a Memorable Gondola Ride(optional). Our tour will finish at the Santa Lucia station. After which you will board your train back to Florence with the ticket that was provided.

Meet your professional guide and start your combination tour discovering the buildings in the square and then we enter inside the Doge's Palace "Palazzo Ducale", it was once the residence of the Doge, the elected ruler of the city. The tour then continues into Saint Marks Basilica, which majestically symbolizes the lagoon and enshrines the city’s history and Saints relics. At 1:00 pm you will end the first part of the tour and you will have approx 2 hours free time to stroll around Saint Mark's square, to have lunch (not included) or to visit the Correr museum on your own already included with the Doge's Palace ticket. The second part of your combined tour is the classic gondola ride at 3:00 pm or 5:15 pm (check the availability). PROGRAM -> Doge's Palace & Basilica departure at 10:45 am to 1.00 pm -> Gondola ride (duration 30 min) April - October gondola at 3.00pm or 5.15 pm November - March gondola only at 3.00 pm

There are two ways to visit Venice: follow the flow of tourists who take a fixed route chosen by about 20 million people every year or leave the tourist trail behind. We pride ourselves on creating authentic travel experiences for curious visitors who yearn to go beyond the typical. Get away from the crowds and delve into the real Venice your way, your pace.Venice Murano Burano day trip is private offering the opportunity to experience the Venetian top islands at your own pace. The old history of Venice begun from its islands. Learn about the historical and social context of Murano and Burano. Discover the techniques on the ageless arts of glassblowing and lacemaking. Our Murano Burano tour combines the natural beauty of the lagoon, traditional craftsmanship, and picturesque villages atmosphere. Hear from your expert local guide about the islands heritage and their secret stories. Step into authentic workshops of local artisans. Watch in awe as they create intricate handcrafted pieces

Discover Venice from a double perspective on a combined tour which includes a fascinating gondola ride and a guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica. Enjoy the city from the water and then admire the golden interiors of the majestic Byzantine cathedral of Venice.

Step aboard a private boat and let the beauty of Venice enchant you as you explore one of the world’s most romantic cities and its spectacular sights with a local guide. You’ll set your own schedule for this four-hour tour with an included pickup at your hotel or the cruise terminal, learning about the artistry of glass-blowing on Murano, marveling at the technicolor homes and intricate lacemaking traditions passed on through generations in Burano, and taking in the rich history and architecture of the Grand Canal and St. Mark’s Square, with a few detours to lesser-known lagoons and neighborhoods along the way. having 6 hrs tour you have the possibility to enjoy an unforgettable lunch in local restaurant like Gatto Nero or da romano or Venissa ... contact us to book your table in advance

A 3h tour where I will accompany you to a very old Venetian osteria where you can taste our seafood cuisine! You will have the opportunity to see the splendor of Venice by night enjoying georgeus squares, places, churches and monuments with the eyes of a real local, but also you will sure understand what means for us the millenary masterpiece of this strange water city and how our tradition can still survive just hidden behind the most crowed and famous city's places; discovering this city for what it really is for us.. the last Venetians. At 8pm dinner in a typical locals Osteria! A full immersion inside the Venice culture and life style that will be the best way to understand which is the strange combination to live here surrounded by 2 totaly different perspectives of live: the Touristic and the Traditional one. Try this TripAdvisor Venice Experience you won't be disappointed! ( DINNER IS NOT INCLUDE IN THE PRICE and “friendly price” start from 25euros to how much you prefer ;)

Be an artist for one day: learn the marvelous art of the watercolors with the great Venetian artist: Nicola Tenderini, that he will escort you through the city to find the ideal corner to paint, creating your own artwork by watercolors. The experience starts at the artist workshop where he will do a brief introduction about his artistic life and watercolors art. Then, Nicola will bring you on the romantic spot (chosen at the moment) where you start to paint your own artwork. You will admire the wonderful landscapes of Venice creating your personal painting. Lesson are suitable both for beginners and experts and to everyone who wishes painting would live “en plein air” discovering the techniques of watercolor. Let you guide by the Venetian teacher and you will live the real artistic soul of Venice!

Enjoy a fantastic tour of Venice! Let yourself be transported into the magical world of the most romantic lagoon in the world, through history, architecture and legends and, if you're lucky, admiration of the carnival's stroll through the city. You'll enjoy th most iconic places of Venice: Piazza San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Ponte Dei Sospiri and the front of the Basilica di S. Marco. Also you'll cross all the square to have a complete visual of it and then you'll enjoy an amazing view of Canal Grande with Ponte di Rialto.

Explore Venice's iconic landmarks on an unforgettable journey. Visit St. Mark's Square, where architectural wonders like St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Renaissance clock tower await. Meander through Castello's elegant residential district, crossing charming bridges and strolling down picturesque alleys. Discover the treasures of campo Santa Maria Formosa and campo San Giovanni & Paolo, home to the majestic Basilica and historic sites like Marco Polo's residence and the Malibran theatre. Our knowledgeable guide shares Venice's rich history and architectural marvels. The walking tour concludes at St. Mark's Square, passing through the bustling Mercerie shopping street. Then, immerse yourself in Venice's essence with a Gondola ride from campo San Moisè. Glide gracefully along the Grand Canal, admiring stunning architecture and uncovering hidden entrances to opulent palaces and secluded corners.

Immerse yourself in Italy's culture with this hands-on cooking class held in a local home and led by an expert Italian home cook. Learn the secrets of the most iconic Bologna dishes and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner with local wines included. You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Bologna recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert) handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.

Come on in and get a taste of the ancient art of glassblowing. This sample class is the best way to enjoy the excitement of playing with melted glass while making your very own souvenir. You will learn how to gather glass from the furnace, and then control and shape it. You will realize that crafting autentic Murano glass is not easy task and that’s why it does not come cheap. Furthermore, with your own trophy in your hand, you will have the proof that each piece is unique, meaning that small imperfections are an integral part of the value of the object.

Visit the Doge’s Palace with the Bridge of Sighs and then get on gondola to explore the Grand Canal! The experience starts with the guided visit to the Doge Palace: the expert guide will show you the incredible halls of the power and the residences of the most powerful dignitaries of the Venice Republic. You’ll see the golden staircase, the stunning “Last Judgment” by Tiepolo and then you’ll cross the Bridge of Sighs to go down to the Venetian Prisons. In the afternoon get on gondola and admire the Grand Canal in all its beauty: you’ll see the Mozart House, Fenice Opera House, Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Santa Maria della Salute Church and, at end, you appreciate a marvelous overview of Piazza San Marco. This is the only gondola ride with commentary aboard that will explain the itinerary step by step.

Venice in a day tour is a combination city tour, of 4 of our most popular tours taken in Venice and the best way to spend your time in Venice. Starting in Saint Mark’s square, this atmospheric walking tour will then whisk you away from the crowded streets into the treasure filled pockets of the Castello area. A qualified guide will walk you through the hidden squares, winding canals and historical buildings providing you with a perfect introduction to the origins, symbols, traditions, architecture, and life in current day Venice. The tour then continues with the guided visit inside the Doge's Palace and the Saint Marks Basilica. The walking tour ends in Saint Mark's square at 1.00 pm At this time you will have approx 2 hours free to stroll around the area or to have lunch (not included) The last appointment of your package is the 30 min classic gondola ride at 3:00 pm or 5.15 pm (verify the availability on your date).

Enjoy a private market tour and Italian cooking class with Laura is a true-blue Venetian. She was born and raised in Venice and lives in a beautiful apartment in the city center (only a 20-minute walk from the city center). The neighborhood is very local with not many tourists so you will get to experience a real Italian suburb. Laura loves to travel, watch movies, go to the market and of course, cook! She learned to cook traditional dishes from her mother and she likes to serve local dishes from Veneto. She only uses fresh and organic ingredients from the local farmers. Laura is also an expert in vegetarian food, as she was a vegetarian for 10 years (but not anymore!).

Exploring Venice does not get more intimate, comfortable, and luxurious than this! Take a private boat tour of Venice and explore the city by water, without the need to compete with the crowds or walk long distances. Learn about the city from your professional guide as you travel along Venice’s beautiful canals by water taxi and gondola, stopping to explore as and when you please.

Transfer by private boat from the train station S.Lucia to Venice hotels or vice versa Our assistant will wait for you at the start of the train with a sign in your name

This is the perfect tour if you desire to spend half day in the quite island of Murano and admire the most beautiful artistic glass that made Murano famous during the centuries. After a short trip by private boat you will arrive to Murano island to discover the art of glass making together with a local Venetian high qualified guide. You will learn about the history of glass and Murano and have the opportunity to admire a glass master working in the factory. You will see the techniques, that make Murano so famous all over the world. You will admire the amazing show-room of one of the most beautiful glass factory of Murano . You will explore the small island and visit the church of San Pietro martire with paintings of Venetian master like Veronese and Tintoretto.

A professional Venice proposal photographer that will capture your marriage proposal in a contemporary and candid style of photography. Your photographer will ensure you return home with beautiful photos that will last a lifetime and can be shared with friends & family. We specialise in pairing travellers with photographers in many destinations world wide and have a wealth of knowledge to help you pick the perfect spot for your proposal.  We will contact you to discuss your plans and offer locations to ensure everything is tailored to suit your unique needs, leaving you to concentrate on your special moment. The photographer will be a professional that has experience capturing destination proposals in Venice and who is local to the city. Your photos will be professionally edited and provided to you via a beautiful online gallery within 5 working days, no hidden charges.

The easiest and fastest way to reach your hotel in Venice. Door to door service by luxury van and private water taxi OR directly water taxi (depends the weather conditions)

See the best of Venice while totally relaxing during this 7-hour private tour over land and water. Discover important places including San Marco and the Rialto bridge, hidden corners, picturesque canals and incredible bridges. Take a traghetto to cross the Grand Canal with locals, as well as a ferry to reach Murano. Once in Murano, enjoy a 3-course lunch and then visit a glass factory with a performance of an expert glass master. End with a taxi ride to admire the venetian lagoon and its canals.