Top Venice Day Trips - page 2

Full-Day Venice Lagoon Tour: Visit Murano, Burano and Torcello

6 hoursFree Cancellation

I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

From Venice: Prosecco Wine Region Tour with 2 Tastings

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Venice Sunset by Typical Venetian Boat with Prosecco

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

There’s much more to Italian food than pizza and pasta, and this Venice tasting tour offers a delicious introduction to Venetian cuisine. Instead of visiting the typical tourist bars, get an insider’s perspective on where the locals drink and dine in the city, sampling an array of Veneto specialties. Fresh seafood, homemade gelato, traditional Venetian cookies, and regional wines are all on the list.

Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour

2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Check off all the highlights of Venice and save money, without having to book multiple tours, when you embark on this full-day tour. This combination tour covers all three in a single booking, with skip-the-line entry and guided tours of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica, a trip to Murano and Burano to watch glassblowers and lacemakers at work, and a shared gondola ride through the city's famous canals.

Venice in a Day: St. Mark’s, Doge’s, Gondola and Murano & Burano

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Venice with a small-group tour that dives into the city’s history, culture, and iconic landmarks, including St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. With your guide leading the way, skip the lines with pre-reserved tickets and step inside these stunning sites to uncover their fascinating stories. Wander through St. Mark's Square, cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs, and hear tales of Casanova while visiting the Old and New Prisons—then marvel at the grandeur of the Correr Museum, once home to Napoleon and the King of Italy.

Venice: St.Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Tickets

Venice: St.Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Tickets

3 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

Many visitors to Venice never explore beyond the Grand Canal, but the outlying islands of Burano, Murano, and Torcello are home to traditional crafts, fascinating history, and striking scenery. With this tour, visit all three by setting sail from the train station or Riva degli Schiavoni near St. Mark’s Square. See a glass-blowing demonstration on Murano, learn about traditional lace on Burano, and see where the first lagoon settlements were located on Torcello.

Full-day Boat Tour of Venice Islands from St Mark’s Square

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover a side of Venice many tourists never see on this real secret Venice walking tour. Join your Venetian guide for a stroll through authentic local neighborhoods and past captivating hidden gems. Delve into the history and lore of the Jewish Ghetto, Cannaregio, and San Polo districts, stopping to admire its quiet canals and tiny artisan workshops that still make traditional handicrafts.

Tour of The Real Hidden Venice

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Murano and Burano Private Boat Tour from Venice

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Set sail aboard an authentic Venetian bragozzo, a traditional boat that once sailed the lagoon and now gives you a unique experience among Venice's most fascinating islands. This tour will take you to discover Murano, where you will visit a historic furnace with live demonstration of the art of blown glass: a centuries-old heritage that you can admire up close! You will continue to Burano, famous for its colorful houses and the tradition of lace. You will have free time to explore the island, photograph every corner and taste the local flavors in a restaurant recommended by the skipper. The tour continues with a panoramic cruise through Torcello, the cradle of Venetian civilization, and next to the silent island of San Francesco del Deserto, still inhabited today by Franciscan friars. An authentic, relaxing experience away from crowded circuits, perfect for those who want to live the true soul of the lagoon in a slow, intimate and unforgettable way.

Explore Murano Burano and Torcello in semi-private bragozzo

Explore Murano Burano and Torcello in semi-private bragozzo

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Venice at your own pace–and avoid the crowds–on this self-guided tour using a smartphone app. See important landmarks, including St. Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace, and discover hidden gems you might otherwise have overlooked. Keep track of the route with GPS navigation, go beyond simple sightseeing with audio narration, and learn about history, culture, and architecture along the way.

Venice City Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Best of Venice Small Group Walking Tour with a Local Expert

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the magic of Venice on a small-group gondola ride through its enchanting canals, led by skilled gondoliers. Glide beneath centuries-old bridges, marvel at the Grand Canal, and enjoy stunning views of St. Mark’s Square and San Giorgio Island. Enhance your journey with a visit to the Gondola Gallery to uncover the history and craftsmanship of Venice’s iconic gondolas, see an original gondola on display, and take a 3D journey through Venice across the centuries.

Grand Canal Gondola Ride with Storytelling & Gondola Gallery™

1 hourFree Cancellation

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.

Prosecco Hills Day Trip from Venice & Treviso: 2 Wineries

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Even if you only have a day, discover Venice's jewels on this to-the-point private tour, complete with a Venetian lunch of cicheti (tapas) and a glass of wine. Explore the historic center from Cannaregio and Rialto to St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace (entrance at own expense). Enjoy a glassblowing demonstration in a historic Murano factory and tour the Grand Canal by water taxi at sunset, prosecco in hand.

Private One Day Tour of Venice!

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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Traditional Bragozzo Boat Tour to Murano, Burano & Torcello

Traditional Bragozzo Boat Tour to Murano, Burano & Torcello

5 hoursFree Cancellation

We start in Torcello, founded by Romans escaping from Barbarian. Guests will climb the old Roman watchtower and discover the very origins of Venetian civilization, today preserved by only a handful of residents in a timeless and peaceful setting. The tour then continues to Burano, the island of fishermen and lace makers. Here you will visit a traditional lace workshop to see how this millennial art is still produced by hand. After exploring the colorful streets, guests may choose to enjoy a 1h seafood lunch on the island or spend this "free time" shopping at their own pace. Finally, we reach Murano, world-famous for its glass tradition dating back to Roman times. During the visit to a glass factory, you'll watch glass master create extraordinary handmade crystal pieces! At the end of the tour, we suggest staying in Murano for shopping in the "Glass Master street" for an independent exploration, as all guests will already have a full-day 24h public transportation "Vaporetto" ticket.

The gems of the lagoon. Torcello Burano Murano with a real local!

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Morning Venice Lagoon Cruise: Murano and Burano Islands

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Get more out of your vacation in Venice by fitting in another beautiful Italian city—Verona. Your train tickets are included in the package—to save you the hassle of organizing them yourself—then a private guide meets you at Verona’s main station. During the tour, see important sights such as Juliet’s Balcony, Piazza delle Erbe, and the Basilica of San Zeno—with fascinating commentary throughout.

From Venice: Private Tour of Verona

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Venice Doge's Palace & Prisons Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Dolomites Private Day Trip from Venice with Braies and Cortina

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit Torcello, Murano, and Burano—three islands in the Venetian Lagoon—on this tour from Venice by motorboat. With a guide, watch glass being blown at a Murano glass factory, see historical cathedrals on Torcello, and admire exquisite handmade lace on Burano. This is a great way to see more than just the central sights of Venice and enjoy a cruise on the water. Select a departure time when booking.

Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore Venice's famous canals on a guided gondola ride through the city. Meander beneath bridges and along quiet, peaceful stretches in a traditional Venetian boat, taking in sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Campo Manin as you go. Join our expert gondolier in enjoying one of Venice's most leisurely and original pastimes, and don't miss this chance to experience the Grand Canal from the water.

Classic 30-Minute Gondola Ride in Venice

25 to 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Day trip to the Dolomites, Cortina and Lake Braies from Venice

Maureen_C, Sep 2026

Dolomites Cortina and Lake Braies

Stephania, what an amazing guide and driver! Took us to a couple of areas on the way but not included. The weather was overcast early but broke when we arrived at Cortina, what a quaint town, reminded me of Vermont in the USA. The Dolomites were stunning and the light reflecting them was beautiful. Then on to Lake Braies the water and the reflection was so peaceful. Definitely worth the cost! Thanks so much ❤️

Dolomites Day Trip from Venice: Scenic Mountain Escape

Jaclyn_Z, Sep 2026

Great Tour

This day trip from Venice was the perfect opportunity to explore the Dolomites for the first time. Our tour guide was kind and knowledgeable. It was great to stop in a couple different mountain villages and see the Olympic sign. Because of this tour, I’d love to return to the Dolomites.

Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour

Patti_F, Sep 2026

St Marks Basilica and Doges Palace Venice

Not knowing anything about Venice was a great way to start our trip learning about the history of the St Marks Basilica and Doges Palace. Our tour guide was great and Viator was very informative about the details and where to meet. So great to skip the lines and have someone knowledgeable explain the history.

Venice: St.Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Tickets

Becky_N, Sep 2026

Iole was a fabulous tour...

Iole was a fabulous tour guide. She answered our questions & explained in detail the history of Doge’s Palace, the bridge of sigh, the prison & St. Mark’s Basilica. Such beautiful architecture & history. She was personable & gave us a dinner recommendation which was top notch. I would highly recommend a tour with Iole.

A Sparkling Day in the Prosecco Hills from Venice

Jake_A, Sep 2026

We had an amazing time on...

We had an amazing time on the wine tour with Carlo. Communication and organization with train tickets was easy. The tour itself was excellent, visiting both a larger, more modern vineyard and a small production one. Lunch was a highlight, very delicious with more wine. We stopped at a few beautiful viewpoints. Carlos was a great guide: good driver, provided lots of information about wine and the area, and was very fun and entertaining. From start to finish, it was a fantastic day and I would highly recommend this tour!

Small Group Dolomites and Cortina Tour from Venice

Kumar_N, Sep 2026

Dolomites done easy and well

We had a terrific day out. The weather was perfect for all the outdoor activities. Marco our driver and guide was extremely knowledgeable and spoke terrific English. If you are expecting long hikes through the hills.. this is not the tour for you. This delivers you to three good locations to take in the beauty of the Dolomites with minimal walking involved. If the weather is looking overcast, you should take a jacket or pullover. It is much cooler when the sun is hiding.

Venice Sunset by Typical Venetian Boat with Prosecco

JOSEPH_M, Aug 2026

Fun Tour seeing Venice by the Bay!!

The boat tour was a very good value. Andrew was very knowledgeable about the history of the various sites. He was personable fun to be with especially as the Proseco flowed. I would suggest you take a private water taxi and not a public one and give yourself extra time. Make sure your meeting place is understood by both parties. Overall our group of six was very well pleased with our experience. I’d recommend this tour and the company that provides it

Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

Jamie_H, Aug 2026

It was wonderful! We...

It was wonderful! We learn so much about the history of Venice and the Chuch and Doge Palace. The Gondola ride was quite an experience; the gondoliers are incredibly talented. Our tour guide was fantastic and I would take a tour with her again tomorrow. Excellent job by aviator.

Private Excursion by Typical Venetian Motorboat to Murano, Burano and Torcello

Jason_S, Aug 2026

The Highlight of Our Venice Vacation

What an absolutely unforgettable experience! Our private Venetian motorboat excursion to Murano and Burano was one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment we stepped aboard, the scenic ride through the Venetian Lagoon was breathtaking. Our guide was exceptional, friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the history and culture of Venice, making every moment engaging and memorable. The glass-blowing demonstration in Murano was fascinating. Watching master artisans transform molten glass into beautiful works of art with such precision and skill was truly incredible. Burano was simply magical. The vibrant, colorful homes lining the canals created the most picturesque setting, and every street felt like a postcard. We loved wandering through the charming island, taking in its beauty and unique character. If you’re visiting Venice, I can’t recommend this private excursion enough. The personalized experience, stunning scenery, rich history, and unforgettable stops made for a perfect day. Five stars all around!

I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons

Young_H, Jul 2026

It was a wonderful...

It was a wonderful experience. I was a little hesitant about attending the performance because of the heat and the long day, but it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. The variety of music, impressive performances, and the perfect length of the show made it a unique and unforgettable experience. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Venice. Sitting in the front row is highly recommended for the best experience.