Top Venice City Tours - page 4

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.

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.

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.

See Venice from the water and visit the island of Murano with ease on this shared boat tour from Piazzale Roma. Cruise along the Grand Canal to admire the buildings along its banks and then continue out into the lagoon to the island of Murano. Once there, hop out and take a tour of one of the glass factories for which Murano is famous.

Venice's maze-like cityscape and massive crowds can make exploring the city for first-time visitors stressful. Get the lay of the land and cover the top sights in just a few hours on this introductory walking tour. With your guide in the lead, focus on the sights rather than a map and check off the main attractions: Stroll across the Rialto Bridge, admire the exterior of St. Mark's Basilica, wander through canalside alleys, and more. As you go, your guide shares insider stories that bring the city's history to life.

This tour is all about making sure you experience the best of Venice in a single day –nearly an impossible task! You will see the world-famous St Mark’s Square— probably one of Italy’s most iconic locations and Venice’s largest urban open space. This square is enclosed by the astonishing St Mark’s Basilica and the magnificent Doge’s Palace. Not only will you visit St Mark’s Basilica but also explore the Doge’s Palace, which rises majestically above the waters of the Grand Canal on St Mark’s Square. It remains one of the best examples of Venetian gothic architecture. Your guide will be sure to show you the highlights, including the Rialto Bridge, famed as the oldest bridge to cross the Grand Canal. You will also visit the breathtaking building of the Frari Church, and the Accademia bridge, and expertly navigate the charming alleyways of the neighbourhoods of San Polo, Dorsoduro, San Marco and Castello.

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.

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.

Venice is bursting with attractions, making it tough to prioritize what to see. Ideal for first-time visitors, this three-hour tour showcases the best of Venice by foot and canal. Hear the history of St. Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge from a guide, and visit St. Mark’s Basilica with a skip-the-line ticket to beat the long admission lines. Finish on a high note: a boat tour down the Grand Canal.

The crowds around the top sights and squares in Venice can be daunting. Take a break from the throngs and discover a quieter and more authentic side of the Floating City with this unique private walking tour. Strike out for one of Venice’s outlying neighborhoods to delve into Venetian history and culture without wall-to-wall tourists. Explore little-known cultural gems, stroll deserted squares, and soak in the sleepy atmosphere.

Spend a delightful day in Venice with three best-selling. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the glorious St Mark’s Basilica, followed by a walking tour of the city’s quieter backstreets and historic treasures. Complete your day with an exciting motorboat cruise down palazzo-lined banks of the Grand Canal.

See the best of Venice with a 2.5-hour combined walking tour of some of the hidden parts of the city and a skip-the-line visit to St. Mark's Basilica. Enjoy seeing some of the hidden gems many visitors miss in the most popular parts of Venice from St. Mark's Square to the Rialto Bridge. Take in the gorgeous mosaics inside St. Mark's Basilica, including the rarely-seen Golden Pall.

Take an artistic approach to Venice with this private photography walking tour. Whether you’re a novice or expert photographer, you’ll find endless opportunities for the perfect shot as you explore Venice’s picturesque streets, squares and canals. A professional photographer guide will lead you on a 3-hour walking tour of magnificent landmarks and hidden backstreets, giving you tips on lighting and composition along the way. Bring your camera or smartphone and leave Venice with a collection of beautiful, print-worthy images to memorialize your holiday.

Experience the history and majesty of Venice with this 3-hour combination tour, including a walking tour of the city plus a guided visit to the Doge's Palace. Let your knowledgeable guide show you the highlights of Venice, from St. Mark's Basilica to the Malibran Theatre. Then head inside the Doge's Palace for a look inside the government offices of the Venetian Republic's reign. Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs from the Doge's Palace.

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.

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.

Venice can be overwhelming for first-time visitors, but this attraction-packed half-day trip lets you tick off two quintessential experiences during your first morning. Marvel at the golden mosaics inside St. Mark’s Basilica, with skip-the-line admission tickets included to save you time. During a gondola cruise down the Grand Canal, you’ll glide by attractions like Rialto Bridge. Do it all with this one combination tour.

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.

Swap crowded Venice sightseeing tours for a more intimate and personal alternative—a private boat tour just for your personal group. Save hours researching things to see and do in Venice, and instead, enjoy a well-planned itinerary that helps you see Venice from a new perspective. Also, as it's a private trip, you can ask plenty of questions along the way, and enjoy entertaining stories.

Discover the Italian lake district and historical city of Verona without the hassle of booking accommodation or organizing transport on a private round-trip tour from Venice. Take in the Italian countryside from your luxurious private vehicle, and explore Verona and Lake Garda at your own pace.

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. From peaceful alpine lakes to striking mountain viewpoints, the day is shaped to your pace and preferences—so you're not stuck to a rigid schedule.

Spend two hours of your stay in Venice by joining our small group tour of the highlights of one of the most fascinating cities in Italy. You will meet your local English-speaking in Dorsoduro, see the Scuola Grande di San Rocco and the Basilica de' Frari. Next you will cross Rialto Bridge and walk by Marco Polo’s House, Campo San Giovanni e Paolo and San Marco Square. The tour is outdoor and is an introduction to the main beauties of the unique city of Venice. Go ahead and ask your guide for further instructions to how to visit the city, or for more things to do in the following days of your stay. Enjoy your time in the unique city of Venice, jumping from bridge to bridge and discovering all its magnificent beauties.

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.

Venice is magnificent, but taking in its palaces and canals can be overwhelming on a first visit. With this small-group walking tour, get your bearings in the Floating City as you admire the most important sights and learn about its glorious past. Check off headliners like St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace, plus delve into the quieter corners of the Castello district. Cap off your walk with a scenic gondola ride along the Grand Canal.