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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.

Explore Venice’s lesser-known artistic and architectural treasures on this 2-hour private walking tour. Your local guide will lead you through a labyrinth of narrow backstreets to discover fascinating churches, squares and other landmarks that lie off the beaten path. Learn the history of these sites and admire their stunning artistic elements while you enjoy the personalized experience of a private tour.

See the highlights of Venice at your own pace, without worrying about getting lost, when you explore with a guide on this private walking tour. Visit the floating city's famous buildings and canals, and venture off the beaten path to see a side of Venice that most visitors miss—from a textile factory to a charming neighborhood loved by locals.

Discover the enchanting city of Venice by land and water on this combo tour. Start with an introductory walking tour. Pass by landmarks such as St. mark's Basilica, Bridge of Sighs, and Doge's Palace while learning about Venice's rich history, from the Serenissima Republic to modern-day marvels. Your guide will provide fascinating insights into the city's origins, symbols, and traditions. Afterwards, enjoy a gondola ride.

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.

Skip the long entrance lines and discover the history, mosaics, and architectural treasures of one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks.

Make the most of your time and check off the top sights in just a few hours with this private Venice tour and gondola ride. Skip the hassle of following a map and instead join your guide for a stroll through the city to take in highlights like St. Mark’s Square, the Rialto Bridge, and the Canal Grande. Cap off your tour with a ride on a traditional gondola.

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.

No need to worry about spending hours reading up on Venice’s must-see sights. Explore the city in a much easier way—by letting a guide take the lead. During this walking tour, pass by top Venice attractions such as the House of Marco Polo, Rialto Bridge, and the Scuola Grande Di San Rocco with its Tintoretto paintings. Commentary about life in Venice completes the experience.

Capture your special moment with a professional wedding proposal photographer in Venice. Craft an itinerary that suits your interests and meet up with a local who knows the city’s picturesque, romantic spots. Enjoy pictures with a candid, contemporary style, available in an easily accessible online gallery five working days after your dream proposal.

Swap rushing around the city's sightseeing spots for the chance to slow down, unwind, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Venice. Jump on board an elegant and spacious catamaran and take in the lagoon views while listening to the music of Vivaldi, Bach, Chopin, and jazz with a glass of prosecco in your hand.

Step into the heart of Venetian history with an expert-led guided tour of the magnificent Doge’s Palace. Marvel at the opulent chambers, grand staircases, and timeless works of art that once embodied the power of the Venetian Republic. Conclude the experience with a walk across the legendary Bridge of Sighs, leading into the old prisons, and uncover the secrets behind Venice’s most iconic symbols. Begin with a short introduction to the city’s history. Enter the Doge’s Palace through the fast-track line and explore the rich Gothic architecture. Walk through rooms where the Doge and Venetian Council ruled the Republic. Admire the Golden Staircase, the Chamber of the Great Council, and impressive frescoes. Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs, leading to the New Prisons. Learn about the daily lives of prisoners and the symbolism behind this iconic bridge.

This exclusive tour offers an intimate experience inside Saint Mark's Basilica. After the general public leaves, the church reopens for a privileged few. Gain up-close access to the Pala d'Oro, descend into the crypt, watch as thousands of square feet of golden mosaics illuminate, and take photos without the crowds. Your expert guide leads the group through a historical journey.

Swap the tourist hot spots in Venice for a small-group day trip to an area known as the “Prosecco Hills”—Valdobbiadene. Don’t worry about planning logistics as air-conditioned transport is included, along with DOCG prosecco wine tastings paired with local specialties. As well as great food and wine, the trip is the perfect way to access stunning views of the local landscape and learn about local traditions.

Capture lasting memories from your trip to Venice on a private photo shoot that saves you the awkwardness of asking strangers to take pictures of you. With plenty of expertise and local knowledge, your photographer guides you to the prettiest spots and gives you guidance on natural posing to ensure the best photos. Choose from four tailored experiences, from quick shoots to gondola sessions, depending on your interests.

Leave the camerawork to a pro with this private tour photo shoot in Venice. Head home with 60 edited digital photos capturing your vacation's spirit, so you don't worry about missing shots. Enjoy backdrops like St. Mark's Square and the Castello district, then relax on a private gondola ride, taking in Venice from the water.

Skip the line St Mark’s Bell Tower is located in the heart of Venice, making it a perfect starting point for exploring other historic sites. Just a few steps away is St Mark’s Basilica, one of Italy’s most famous churches, known for its golden mosaics and Byzantine architecture. It’s a spiritual and cultural highlight that complements your Bell Tower visit perfectly. With our exclusive digital audio immerse yourself into the history of the bell tower as you ascend skipping all the queues, passing through the security.

Save vacation time with skip-the-line admission to St. Mark's Basilica, where you’ll admire golden mosaics and marble floors. Then cross the Bridge of Sighs to the Doge’s Palace for a guided tour of its grand chambers and historic prisons, learning about Venice’s rich history. This 2-hour group tour offers a seamless visit to two of Venice’s top landmarks.

Leave your selfie stick at home as you take to the picturesque streets of Venice with your own private photographer. Pose at iconic landmarks including the Grand Canal and Rialto Bridge. Your professionally shot and edited photos will capture the moment, whether marking a special occasion or simply seeking high-quality souvenir snaps.

Enjoy the best of Venice on this guided walking tour plus skip-the-line entry to the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica. Explore the best that the canal city has to offer, winding your way through narrow alleys, and see Venice's top attractions.

Basilica San Marco is the most important church in the city. In the altar is the tomb of St Mark the Evangelist. We can visit the Pala d'Oro and the terrace. Hi, my name is Cristina Caragia, I work as a licensed tour guide and I have a degree in architecture here in Venice.

The Venice Biennale spans two main venues—the Giardini and the Arsenale—and brings together work from more than 300 artists and national pavilions. Navigating the exhibition without context makes it easy to cover a lot of ground without a clear understanding of what you're looking at. This private tour checks off key pavilions at both venues, with a guide providing context on the works and artists throughout.

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).

Capture standout Venice portraits without the stress of asking strangers to take your photos with this private photoshoot led by a professional photographer. Swap predictable selfies for high-quality images as you follow a carefully planned route through the city’s most photogenic spots, starting at St. Mark’s Square. Along the way, get expert guidance on posing, so you can come away with professional, share-worthy shots.