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Venice is a perfect city to explore on foot, and with this tour, you can get your bearings, learn about the city’s history, and tick off some of its main landmarks at the same time. Starting from St. Mark’s Square, the tour passes by Doge’s Palace, the House of Marco Polo, and St Mark’s Basilica, with fascinating stories from your guide throughout.

Venice is home to hundreds of lush gardens, but most are hidden behind the city’s palaces and monasteries. Access some of the most spectacular gardens from public parks to private cloisters with this exclusive walking tour for a glimpse into the hidden side of La Serenissima. Go behind the scenes with your guide to admire flowering pergolas, fruit orchards, aristocratic courtyards, and even an open-air sculpture garden.

See more of Venice on a tour to the islands of Burano and Murano, where you can learn about the traditions and history of this area of Italy. Travel by boat to reach Murano, known for glass-blowing, followed by Burano, known for lace and its brightly painted fishermen's houses. Booking this tour means you don't have to worry about how to get to the islands on your own, so you can relax and enjoy your day.

Venice welcomes anywhere from 20 to 30 million tourists on average—so you can imagine the long lines outside major attractions. Ditch the crowds on this small-group guided tour, which includes skip-the-line admission tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica and priority entry to the Doge’s Palace. Get plenty of time to ask questions from your guide along the way in an intimate group capped at just six people.

• Experience an exclusive Grappa tasting, learning about its history and production methods. • Taste three types of Grappa: Young, Barrique-aged, and Naturally infused with unique flavors. • Customize your tasting by focusing on a specific type of Grappa or infused liqueurs. • Guided by knowledgeable staff, explore the production process and key tasting notes of each spirit.

Discover a guided tour through Venice's iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the city's rich history and culture. Begin at the Doge's Palace, the heart of Venetian authority, then cross the historic Bridge of Sighs. Explore the magnificent Basilica of San Marco with its breathtaking 9th-century mosaics. Finally, uncover the secrets of Murano glassmaking at a historic factory.

Capture lasting memories of your trip to Venice with a private photoshoot with a professional photographer. Includes a gondola ride and your choice of one or more other locations, depending on the package selected. Pick a time that works for you and receive an online gallery of professionally edited digital photos within five days.

See one of Venice's top attractions, the Doge’s Palace, through the eyes of an ancient foreign ambassador during this small-group tour. Avoid waiting in line with priority access and dive straight into the ceremonial sequence reserved for ambassadors arriving for an audience with the Doge. Explore the palace's chambers, learning about Venetian history from your guide, then visit the Bridge of Sighs to hear about the prisoners who were once held there.

Witness centuries of craftsmanship come to life during this glassblowing demonstration in Murano. Leave the usual tourist attractions behind and head to Venice’s famous Murano islands for a peek behind the scenes of a proud glassmaking tradition. See one of the masters at work and learn how Murano glass is made before visiting the showroom to see hundreds of examples up close.

Cruise Venice's legendary canals on this private sightseeing boat tour with a bonus gondola ride. The city’s maze-like alleys and crowded bridges can turn your trip into an exhausting experience. This private boat tour covers all the highlights from the water, stopping at landmarks such as the Frari Chapel, Piazza San Marco, and colourful Rialto Market, and ends on a high with an authentic gondola ride.

Beat the crowds and enjoy an insider's introduction to Venice during this private photo walk, which visits lesser-known neighborhoods and attractions that only locals know. Discover canals and picturesque bridges away from the tourist track, stopping to take photographs along the way. Tailor-made itineraries offer hands-on photography instruction.

Explore the heart of Venice’s political and artistic legacy with a guided tour of the Doge’s Palace. Once the seat of the Venetian Republic, this Gothic masterpiece offers access to grand halls, monumental staircases, and Renaissance artworks by Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese. Discover the secrets, masterpieces, and scandals that made Venice one of the region's most powerful empires. Audio and in-person tours are available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Skip the long lines at the Doge’s Palace and explore the historic heart of Venice on a 3-hour tour with a local guide. Walk through the neighborhoods of Saint Mark’s and Castello, where you’ll find a series of historic landmarks, and get a guided introduction to the magnificent Doge’s Palace. This 3-hour Venice tour features headsets so you won’t miss a word of the guide’s stories, and includes skip-the-line tickets at the Doge’s Palace.

Not a fan of long photo sessions? No worries—I’ve got you covered. This 30-minute “snap session” is designed for travelers who want professional-quality photos but are short on time. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or a group of friends, we’ll capture Venice’s magic in a relaxed and natural way. I’ll guide you to some of the city’s most photogenic spots—think elegant canals, historic bridges, and hidden corners away from the crowds. No awkward posing here—just effortless, candid moments that feel authentic and true to you.

Explore three of Venice's top islands in one day on board a traditional "bragozzo" boat. Leave the crowds in central Venice behind and cruise across the lagoon with your local skipper and small group, taking in views of the Floating City along the way. Enjoy free time to explore the glass workshops on Murano, snap photos of the colorful houses on Burano, and delve into Venetian history on Torcello.

Capture the beauty of the moment amid stunning Santorini vistas when you book this walking photo shoot with a professional photographer. Choose to explore either Oia alone or both Oia and Imerovigli. Your photographer will escort you to some signature locations, such as the blue domed roofs and the Castle of St. Nicholas, and capture your looks, your feelings and the island for posterity.

Put some distance between you and the crowds that overrun Venice’s main sights with this unique walking tour that focuses on a quieter side of the Floating City. Meet your guide and small group for a stroll through the Dorsoduro district and discover the authentic side of Venice. Admire off-the-beaten-path churches, palaces, and squares as you make your way to St. Mark’s along hidden back streets and silent canals.

For this private mask-decorating workshop in Venice, arrive at a traditional atelier, and get a blank sand-colored mask that’s ready for your artist eye. Use feathers, sequins, and other materials to make a masterpiece. Your guide will share facts about the history of mask making and can also show you some great techniques to use. Afterward, you’ll get to bring home your decorated mask.

Venice is full of history, art and architecture, but it can be hard to know where to start. Take in all its highlights in one day with a small group walking tour, allowing you to explore famous sights including St Mark's Square, the Rialto bridge over the Grand Canal, and the Doge's Palace. Learn about Venice's art and history from your guide as you wander through cobbled streets, and enjoy an introduction to the local food and wine. Plus, for the ultimate Venetian experience, enjoy a gondola ride and see this beautiful city from a fresh perspective as you glide through canals and under bridges (optional extra).

On this private tour, you’ll visit the Accademia Galleries, one of the most important museums in Venice, and discover masterpieces from artists including Bellini, Tintoretto, and Canaletto with personalized insights from your guide. As you explore the collection, you’ll get an overview of Venice’s art history and discover treasures you might otherwise have missed. Afterward, follow your guide to the bohemian Dorsoduro area to see highlights including Campo Santa Margherita.

On this private walking tour, take a break from the crowds and explore a quieter, more authentic side of the Floating City. Venice is captivating, but the throngs of tourists around the city’s main sights can make visiting a chore. Admire hidden gems and locals-only eateries, while learning about this area’s history and highlights from your insider local host.

Escape the crowds and experience a more authentic side of Venice on this 2.5-hour small-group walking tour. Explore quiet neighbourhoods, historic streets, and generations-old artisan workshops where Venetians still live and work. Along the way, taste artisanal chocolate, meet local makers, and uncover the city’s rich cultural traditions. Finish with an exclusive highlight—prosecco on a private rooftop terrace overlooking the Grand Canal, offering views few travellers ever get to experience. Highlights - Enjoy exclusive access to a Venetian palace rooftop with stunning Grand Canal views - Escape the crowds and discover hidden neighbourhoods and local life - Visit family-run artisan workshops and learn traditional crafts - Indulge in prosecco and artisanal chocolate tastings - Experience Venice in a small group for a more relaxed, personal feel

Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica are Venice's top two attractions, but most tours only cover the basic history. On this group tour, step into the shoes of an ambassador and follow the ceremonial route to see how Venice claimed its Eastern Roman legacy. Start with a VR intro to see imagine how the area has evolved over the centuries. Then, discover the golden mosaics of St. Mark's, the halls of the Doge's Palace, and the prisons of the Bridge of Sighs. Upgrade to the gondola experience for an additional VR presentation and a gondola ride on the famous canals.

Breeze past the crowds with your own private guide and enjoy a walking tour of Venice with just your friends or family. You’ll have all of your questions answered while you stroll to St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco), Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto), Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale), and more. Then head to Murano to visit a glass factory or customize your half-day tour with shopping and sightseeing.