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See the best of Venice during one comprehensive tour—perfect for travelers with limited time in the city. Bypass the crowds with skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, and cross the Bridge of Sighs, which once held the famous Casanova. Complete your experience with a gondola ride through the famous canals or a classic Venetian lunch in the St. Mark's area.

Explore Venice independently, without the expense or time constraints of a live guide, when you download this audio guide, which works offline so there’s no need for a data connection. Go deep into the city, from St. Mark’s Square to Murano, on a tour created by top authors and presented by professionals, featuring 85 separate pieces of content as well as a fun quiz section to play and learn.

Cruise through the enchanting canals of Venice on a shared gondola ride, exploring the Grand Canal's beauty. A local guide will provide fascinating insights into the history of gondolas and the city, ensuring an informative experience. This tour includes a 20-minute introductory walking tour and a 30-minute gondola ride, allowing you to discover key sights like La Fenice Theatre and the Church of Salute. With commentary available in multiple languages, this is an excellent way for travelers to appreciate Venice's rich culture.

This tour is the perfect choice to enjoy your first time in Venice; wear your most comfortable shoes and allow our English-speaking tour guide to lead you at the discovery of this beautiful city. The tour starts in the very city centre. During our 2 hours walking tour you will be able to admire the most important outdoor places of the Rialto area. Our expert tour guide will be able to unveil of the secrets and curiosities of Venice. At the end of the tour you will feel transported in another time and will desire to spend more time immersed in this magical city.

Venture beyond the best-known attractions of Venice and explore the treasures of neighboring islands. On this afternoon boat tour, you’ll watch a glass-blowing demonstration in Murano, admire Burano’s leaning tower and brightly painted fishermen’s homes, and set foot on the oldest Venetian Lagoon settlement in Torcello. Enjoy guided commentary plus time to explore each island independently—and be back in St. Mark’s Square in time for dinner.

The Doge’s Palace and Saint Mark’s Basilica are two of Venice’s most beloved destinations, but the two landmarks can have ticket lines to match. See both landmarks with a private guide on a 2-hour tour that includes skip-the-line access, so you can make the most of your time in Venice.

No trip to Venice is complete without visiting some of the most notable islands in the Venetian Lagoon—particularly those that are renowned for their handicrafts. This cruise visits two in just half a day. Begin at Murano, where you can watch a thrilling glass-blowing demonstration, before transferring to Burano, known for its tradition of lace-making.

Discover Venice's rich history and iconic landmarks on this engaging walking tour. Stroll through charming squares like Campo Santa Maria Formosa, take in historic sites such as the Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo, and see where Marco Polo once lived. The tour concludes with guided entries to the breathtaking Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, where you’ll skip the lines and admire their stunning Gothic and Byzantine architecture.

Want to visit the islands of Venice, but hate groups or mass tourism? Would you like to get in touch with local people so DA live the experience and not suffer it? Then you've come to the right place! We do not accept large groups for this tour and never more than 10 people, this is not because we do not want to know so many people, on the contrary, it is to get to know better the customers who for us first of all are people. We want to avoid the depersonalization of mass tourism tours, so we will always try to guide you in environments and activities that go unnoticed by most people. It is also for this reason that we will use public transport, at each stop someone new comes in and you can weave relationships, meet someone or have a chat, in short we use them because they are the basis of the Venetian community. In addition to this also because they are the most environmentally sustainable the cost (not included in the price of the tour) is 25 euros per person and is worth 24 hours

Explore two of the islands surrounding Venice with this private tour, complete with your own dedicated guide and exclusive water taxi, of Burano and Murano. You’ll be collected directly from your hotel in the city before gliding along the Grand Canal to Burano, seeing its colorful houses and learning about its lacemaking traditions. In Murano, you’ll discover the island’s iconic glass-blowing technique and visit several factories along the way.

The culture-filled, yet crowd-free, city of Padua is less than an hour from Venice, but it’s a place that slips under the radar of many travelers to northern Italy. This private tour offers an easy way to visit it, with round-trip transportation from central Venice and a walking tour of Padua’s historical center. You’ll get the lowdown on Padua’s churches, medieval architecture, gardens, and squares, and learn about the city’s local culture as you go.

Suggestive testimonies, documents and objects: these are just some of the elements that combine to make Maleficia a unique exhibition, capable of revealing the mysteries, secrets, legends and historical facts that marked the thousand extraordinary years of the Serenissima Republic. In a journey through original artifacts and reproductions, discover in this exhibition, housed inside the prestigious Prisons' Palace, ancient documents used by the Holy Office in the persecution of witchcraft and the instruments of justice employed to counter it. In this Palace, between the 15th and 18th centuries, the terrible Tribunal of the Inquisition condemned to death many women accused of evil spells and magical arts and many famous people as Giacomo Casanova, accused of dabbling in magic and the occult! An exhibit that will take you into the medieval age making you reflect on the suffering of those condemned to death and torture in past eras.

St. Mark’s Basilica is one of the most extraordinary churches in the world and a true symbol of Venice. Admire its magnificent façade, richly decorated with colorful marble, elegant arches, ancient columns, and intricate details that blend Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic styles. Step inside and be amazed by a breathtaking interior covered in shimmering golden mosaics that illuminate the walls, arches, and domes. Discover exquisite marble floors, precious decorations, and centuries of history reflected in every corner of this architectural masterpiece. As sunlight dances across the golden surfaces, the basilica reveals the wealth, artistry, and spiritual grandeur that made Venice one of the most powerful cities in the world. An unforgettable experience and a must-see for every visitor to Venice.

Discover Verona through a fun and interactive tour designed especially for children! This family-friendly tour turns the city into a giant playground, where kids explore Verona by solving clues, searching for images, and completing small challenges along the way. This tour combines stories, games, and light historical explanations, making Verona's past easy to understand and exciting for young explorers.

We are pleased to offer you our Private Tour of Lake Braies from Venice. Our eight-hour tour is an unforgettable experience that takes you on a scenic drive to one of the most beautiful lakes in Italy. Your knowledgeable driver/guide will provide commentary in English as you enjoy the stunning views and unique cultural sites along the way. Firstly, our tour begins at Piazzale Roma, where you will meet your driver/guide and start your journey towards Lake Braies. This picturesque drive takes you through some of the most beautiful countryside in Italy, including the stunning Dolomite Mountains. Your guide will point out significant landmarks and share interesting facts about the region. Then, as we arrive at Lake Braies, you will be greeted by a breathtaking view of the turquoise waters and the surrounding mountains. Our driver/guide will provide you with information about the lake’s history and geology, as well as its significance to the local community.

Discover Transforming Energy, the landmark exhibition by world-renowned performance artist Marina Abramović, presented during the Venice Biennale 2026 at the Accademia Gallery. In this guided tour led by a licensed expert, explore how Abramović’s groundbreaking performances—such as Rhythm 0, Imponderabilia, and Balkan Baroque—enter into dialogue with the masterpieces of the Venetian Renaissance. The exhibition celebrates Abramović’s 80th birthday and marks the first time a living female artist is honored with a major show at the Accademia. Through video, installations, and interactive “Transitory Objects,” visitors experience art as energy, presence, and transformation. A highlight of the exhibition is the powerful encounter between Abramović’s Pietà (with Ulay) and Titian’s Pietà, bridging five centuries of artistic reflection on the human body, suffering, and spiritual transcendence. With expert guidance, gain deeper insight into one of the most important exhibitions in Venice.

Experience the magnificence and mystery of the Doge’s Palace in Venice with this skip-the-line ticket. Head to the front of the queue with your guide, and then wander through the palace’s ornate public rooms as you learn the history of Venice’s powerful rulers. Admire magnificent interior artwork, including Renaissance masterpieces by painters Tintoretto and Veronese. Explore the palace’s darker side with a visit to the prison quarters and a walk across the notorious Bridge of Sighs.

Don’t just see the sights of Venice on your vacation, discover the history of the city, too. With a local as your guide, enjoy a private tour that gives you the background information on Venice landmarks like St. Mark’s Square and the Bridge of Sighs. Scout out the scenic canals that wind around the city, and visit St. Mark’s Bell Tower with a prebooked ticket to avoid waiting in long lines.

Experience one of Venice's landmarks without the crowds with this after-hours tour of St. Mark's Basilica. Marvel at mosaics, explore the crypt believed to house St. Mark's remains, and soak in the serene atmosphere. To explore more of Venice at this peaceful time, upgrade your experience to include a visit to the Doge's Palace, the historic seat of the Venetian Republic’s government, and the Bridge of Sighs.

Explore Venice’s rich history and art on this private tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. Skip the lines to admire the Basilica’s stunning mosaics, the Pala d’Oro, and the Horses Loggia, then delve into the Doge’s Palace to see masterpieces by Titian and Tintoretto, the Doge’s Apartments, and the Bridge of Sighs. With a professional art historian guide, this tour offers an in-depth look at Venice’s most iconic landmarks.

Explore Verona on a 3-hour private Verona guided city tour with skip-the-line tickets for Arena di Verona, funicular to San Pietro Castle and all essential places of the Verona medieval historical center.

Explore the romantic city of Verona on an intimate small-group walking tour and discover the “City of Love.” Meet your guide and group of no more than six travelers and listen to engaging commentary from your tour guide. Stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage city to see landmarks like Piazza Bra, the ancient Roman theater, Pietra Bridge, and the fictitious Juliet’s balcony from Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet.’

Visit two of the most popular attractions in Venice on this guided tour the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Avoid hours-long queues with skip-the-line admission to both sites. Learn about Venetian doges and gain access to the terrace and museum of St. Mark’s Basilica. Expand your sightseeing with upgrade options such as a visit to Murano, entrance to St. Mark's Terrace and Pala d'Oro, and/or a 2-course lunch.

Maximize your time in Italy, and visit the city of Rome in just a day with this curated private trip from Venice. Enjoy high-speed train transportation before a private tour guide leads you around the Eternal City. Check off sights of many key Rome attractions, including the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and St. Peter’s Square, and relax with free time for shopping and eating, before returning to Venice.