Top Venice Private Sightseeing Tours

We did a private tour with Cristina and it was by far our favorite tour while in Venice. She has so much knowledge and passion for the history and really pointed out things to make you understand what the history and meaning behind the building, paintings, politics of it all. She was incredibly friendly and you could tell she knew exactly how to get the most out of the time in the tour

Venice's St. Mark Square, St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace are "must sees." The question for us was how much time we wanted to allow for "seeing and standing in line." We decided to do a semi-private (7) tour with Francesca of LivTours as our guide. I had limitations with stair-climbing and standing for log blocks of time. When we met, Francesca had already planned for my needs in the Bacilica and the Palace. We accesed both through private entrances. The Palace had an elevator and Francesca provided a "guardian angel" to escourt me to where the group was meeting on each floor of the building. Plus, there was a special exhibition in the Doge's personal quarters that only I got to see on the way to/from the elevator. Francesca was very knowlegeable and answered every question our group had. She tied Venetian history together with paintings and other art we saw, and was obviously proud of her heritage. But, my husband I will long remember her timing of the tour, and the special care for my needs that made the semi-private tour well worth the cost. Thanks Viator and LivTour.

Claudia is an outstanding guide and host to the city she grew up in, Venice. She knows the history inside and out and is passionate about explaining and sharing it. We especially appreciate her as this is our first visit. We could not be happier with our tour and gondola ride.

We thoroughly enjoyed our private Murano tour. The boat ride over was smooth, we were met by Andre who showed us the behind the scenes process with the glass master. We toured the shop and selected some beautiful pieces to be shipped back home. Our guide, Camilla, was exceptional. She shared great info about the art, history, culture and pride of the Venetian people.

As it is a private tour, you can set the agenda and pace within the tour’s time limits, of course. It is helpful to know in advance how you would like to spend your time, whether visiting the church, watching a glass demonstration, shopping, or eating, as time passes very quickly. Please note there is no reminder about dress requirements when visiting churches, so it is best to come prepared. Remember to cover your knees and shoulders if you wish to visit religious sites.

We had just a few hours in Venice, and we were very lucky to have Vittorio as our tour guide. He was fun, knowledgeable, and very patient. We were a large group, and he waited for us to retranslate everything he said. We had two senior citizens with us, and he adjusted the pace to their needs. I highly recommend Vittorio as anyone's tour guide.

This experience was truly amazing! Pamela took great care of us and catered to our every need and pivoted as needed by our group. She also made some food recommendations which were all amazing! If you have a short time in Venice, this is a great way to experience it efficiently and effectively!

Our private food tour with Giacomo was an absolutely delightful blend of gastronomy and cultural immersion. Giacomo expertly guided us through various Venetian neighborhoods, using each carefully selected dish as a gateway to understanding the rich history and heritage of this remarkable city. The culinary experience was exceptional—from fresh, locally-sourced seafood that showcased Venice’s maritime traditions to delicate pastries that revealed the city’s artisanal craftsmanship. Each sip of wine and spritz was perfectly paired not just with the food, but with fascinating stories about the neighborhoods we explored. What elevated this tour beyond a simple food experience were the engaging conversations Giacomo facilitated about Venice’s evolution—its storied past, vibrant present, and promising future. His insights transformed each tasting into a meaningful cultural exchange, making the tour both highly informative and thoroughly enjoyable. Giacomo’s passion for his city and its culinary traditions was infectious, creating an atmosphere where learning about Venice felt as natural as savoring its incredible flavors. This tour offered the perfect combination of exceptional food, rich history, and genuine local perspective. We highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting to truly taste and understand Venice. We’re already planning our return visit and wouldn’t hesitate to book another tour with Giacomo to discover even more of Venice’s culinary treasures!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​