Top Venice City Tours - page 4

Enjoy a real taste of Venice on a tantalizing lunchtime tour of the Rialto Market and discover the city’s impressive culinary credentials. Follow your guide on a tour of Venice’s foodie hotspots, browse the fresh produce at the city’s famous markets, and tuck into traditional cicchetti (Venetian tapas) at a local inn. Finally, sample fine regional wines and prosecco at the city’s legendary Bacari bars, then leave armed with plenty of recommendations for where to shop and dine in the city.

Discover three of the most beautiful islands in the Venetian Lagoon in just a few hours on a private tour aboard a typical Venetian motorboat. See where the world’s finest blown glass is made in Murano, visit the home of artisan lace makers and famous biscuits in Burano, and set foot on Venice’s oldest settlements in serene Torcello. Enjoy a customizable itinerary, hotel pickup, and the personalized attention of your private boat captain.

Peggy Guggenheim and Venice go hand in hand. The iconic artist set up shop here in 1949, and went on to take Venice’s already legendary art scene into the stratosphere. On this guided tour, you’ll learn all about her, plus you’ll check out the artwork at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and wander around a part of the Dorsoduro district called the art mile. Elio, one of our expert local guides, says “Peggy Guggenheim could be the protagonist of a fascinating and intriguing novel. Her life was extraordinary, and we’re fortunate that she fell in love with Venice so deeply that she chose it as her home. And what a home it is, truly incredible."

Venice can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. This group tour simplifies sightseeing in the city with a pre-planned itinerary that includes a walking tour around St. Mark's Square, skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica and a gondola ride down the Grand Canal. Follow your guide as they take the lead, getting a feel for the city and its history along the way.

Combine Venice’s signature sights with lesser-known gems on a guided walking tour designed to go beyond the usual routes. Check off landmarks such as St. Mark’s Square and Rialto Market while hearing local stories and tips along the way. Then, as a standout extra, enjoy access to a panoramic rooftop terrace for city views you’d likely miss exploring on your own.

Experience Venice in a different way than most tourists. This private and personalized guided tour takes you to the floating city's famous buildings and canals but also off the beaten path so that you can see a side of Venice that most visitors miss, from a textile factory to a charming neighborhood loved by locals. The tour is available in English and Italian.

Explore the hidden secrets of Venice and enjoy undivided attention from your guide on this private walking tour. Get away from the crowded main tourist attractions and get a glimpse of local spots that you wouldn’t discover alone. Opt to cap off the experience with a gondola ride.

Escape the crowds in St. Mark's Square and visit three of the top islands in the Venetian lagoon in a single day. Save hours with private boat transportation and stop in Murano for a glassblowing demonstration before continuing on Torcello, Venice's oldest inhabited island. End with a stroll on the island of Burano to snap photos of its candy-colored houses and browse the traditional lace shops.

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.

Discover the best of Venice in just two hours on a private tour with a local host who shares the highlights and takes you away from the tourist trail. Visit destinations such as Campo San Polo, the Grand Canal, and Rialto Bridge, and learn about the architecture and culture of Venice from your guide.

Glide through some of Venice's most famous waterways with a private 4-hour boat tour of the Grand Canal, Murano, and Burano. Watch glass blowers at work on Murano and lace makers on Burano. Travel by private motor boat along the picturesque Grand Canal.

Leave your cruise ship at the port and see the sights of Venice with a private guide. The 3-hour shore excursion is tailored to you, so you decide what you want to see and when. Go off the well-trodden tourist track to visit the neighborhood of Cannaregio, or scout out the wares of Rialto fish market. Check out tucked-away churches, and then finish with a glass of wine and nibbles in a local bar. It’s a great way to see a side of Venice that many visitors miss.

Embark on a journey through the captivating heart of Venice, by street and by water, on this private tour. Beginning on the Grand Canal, explore the city's narrow, winding streets and rich architecture as your guide fills you in on the rich history of this magnificent city. After a visit to Chiesa di San Moise, board a gondola and float along the canals for a different perspective on this unique city.

See most of Venice’s well-known sights in just half a day—and leave the planning and logistics to someone else—on this time-saving, four-in-one sightseeing package. Begin with a guided walking tour of the city's atmospheric streets, and explore the picturesque Castello area. Then, head inside both the Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale) and St. Mark's Basilica, thanks to your included tickets. Cap off your day of sightseeing with a gondola ride on the Grand Canal.

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.

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.

Venice's historic center can be hectic at the best of times, and chaotic during peak season. Instead of exploring on your own, relax in the company of a local guide who knows every backstreet and alleyway, all on this private and fully customizable sightseeing tour. Learn about the city's artistic heritage, imperial past, rich food culture, and magical architecture as you stroll. You can even upgrade to end the tour with a classic gondola ride.

Embark on a private half-day guided tour that will take you to the most coveted destinations in Venice—the Palacio Ducale and the Basilica de San Marco. Once hosting the Venetian rulers and imprisoning the Republic's convicts, the majestic Doge's Palace, a significant emblem of the city, has a wealth of history to share. Adjacent to the palace lies the historic St. Mark's Basilica, once the religious heart of Venice.

Maximize your time in Italy and combine a day of traveling with sightseeing with this combo private transfer from Venice to Florence and stopover in Bologna. Enjoy direct pickup from your hotel, airport, or port in Venice and travel by private vehicle towards Florence. Along the way, enjoy a couple of hours of free time to explore Bologna.

Treat your partner to a romantic gondola ride through the canals of Venice and experience an authentic Italian aperitivo hour in a Venetian Palace. With this tour, a private guide will lead you through San Marco’s Square providing insight into the rich history and culture of Venetian life. Then you’ll travel by gondola to a luxurious palace to enjoy an aperitif while enjoying views from the palace terrace.

Exploring the Dolomites on your own can be challenging, with long distances and mountain roads to contend with. This full-day private tour offers a stress-free way to experience one of Italy’s most dramatic regions, with a custom itinerary designed around your interests. Travel door to door in a climate-controlled Mercedes while your guide handles the route and shares insight into the landscapes you pass.

Spend a delightful evening cruising along the canals of Venice on this private boat tour. Take in the architectural masterpieces that line the Grand Canal and smaller waterways from aboard a comfortable modern water taxi, venturing further than a traditional gondola would allow. Learn about the artistic and cultural history of Venice from your English-speaking guide as you soak in the sights on your choice of a 1-hour or 2-hour ride.

Soak up the medieval romance of Venice by land and by sea on this combo walking and gondola tour. Learn about the history of the mighty maritime republic as you explore the famous monuments of St. Mark's Square with a guide, stopping outside St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. Then, climb aboard a traditional Venetian gondola for a shared ride along the Grand Canal and some of the city’s quieter waterways — a classic Venice experience.

Discover Venice’s hidden neighborhoods and maritime history on a private Castello and Venetian Ships Pavilion walking tour. With an expert guide, explore the charming Castello district for glimpses into the real city. Learn about everyday life here in the squares and 'calli' (streets) and then visit the Arsenale, Venice’s shipbuilding powerhouse during the Middle Ages. Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the Ships Pavilion, the 16th-century oar workshop and storage facilities, and admire the collection of ships, including ceremonial barges and warships.