Top Venice Private Sightseeing Tours

Private Venice walking tour plus Murano island lunch and glass factory visit

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Fall in Love: Private Romantic Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal

Venice Gondola Ride: 30-Minute Classic Canal Experience

Venice airport VCE to Mestre hotels OR VICEVERSA

40 minutesFree Cancellation

You probably know Venice, the spectacular floating world of canals and islands, as a city of water. But that’s not its only claim to fame: the city known as La Serenissima is also one of the world’s greatest cities of art. From Bellini to Titian, Tintoretto to Veronese, Venice’s remarkable art scene is an indelible part of city life, woven into the urban fabric in the shape of countless palaces and churches, meeting halls and museums. Inspired by the stunningly vibrant environment all around them, Venetian painters were beguiled by the unpredictable charms of colour, and our Venice Art Tour is the perfect introduction to the unique expressiveness of Venetian art. Come face-to-face with some of the greatest masterpieces ever painted, and in the company of an expert private guide, learn how art has shaped the city in unforgettable locations often overlooked by tour itineraries: The Accademia, the Scuola di San Rocco and the Basilica dei Frari.

Private Venice Art Tour: The Colours of the Floating City

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Skip-the-Line St. Mark’s Basilica: Guided Tour in Venice

What sets this service apart is the fact that Venice is unlike any other city in the world. There are no cars in the historic center, no direct road transfers, and reaching Santa Lucia Train Station is often much more complicated than travelers expect. This private water taxi service is designed specifically to make departure from Venice smooth, stress-free, and easy to understand. When your hotel has direct water access, pickup takes place right from the hotel dock. When it does not, the service is carefully coordinated from the closest possible and safest accessible dock. Travelers enjoy a private boat reserved only for their party, a scenic ride through Venice’s canals, one large suitcase per person included, and drop-off at the closest possible access point to Venice Santa Lucia Train Station. All taxes, fees, and gratuities are included, making this a seamless and reliable transfer for Frecciarossa, Italo, and regional train travelers.

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Venice Private Water Taxi from your Hotel to Santa Lucia Station

The gondola is perhaps the most iconic cultural symbol of Venice. From narrow waterways to the Grand Canal, and beyond; the gondola’s elegant, sleek design has helped Venetians gracefully navigate their lagoon for centuries. From the comfort of an authentic Venetian gondola, you will have the opportunity to admire Venice from the water—Behold the city’s architecture, discover hidden palatial gateways, and glide past atmospheric squares and churches. Float beneath Venice’s myriad, whimsical bridges. Your private gondolier will gracefully navigate Venice’s charming canals, sharing stories and legends of the city’s intriguing past. Your private gondola ride is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the traditional Venetian lifestyle.

Enjoy A Private Gondola Ride In Venice

Get to the famed glassblowing island of Murano while avoiding the crowds on a one-way private water taxi transfer. Have a chance to explore a 7th–century cathedral in Murano's historical center before visiting a glass factory. Here, you can learn about the skill required to blow glass by watching a demonstration, and you can also peruse showrooms and take advantage of discounts on glassware.

Murano by Private Watertaxi Including Glass Blowing Demo with Hotel Pickup

Murano by Private Watertaxi Including Glass Blowing Demo with Hotel Pickup

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Get an inside look into the centuries-old art of glassblowing with a factory tour on Murano Island, home to the world’s finest artisan glass. Tour the facilities at Colleoni Glass Factory and watch a master craftsman shape molten glass through a combination of heat, blowing and sculptural techniques. Visit the factory showroom to see beautiful finished works of art, and receive a special Murano glass souvenir to take home.

Venice Murano Island Glass Factory Tour with Glass Blowing Demonstration

40 minutesFree Cancellation

I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Capture a cinematic experience of your trip to Venice with a professional photographer who can customize anything to your preferred style. The day begins with a pre-shoot consultation, confirming locations and providing tips on clothing and poses. The shoot itself doubles as a guided tour of iconic Venice spots, complete with a curated visual journey through hidden alleys, quiet canals, and iconic views.

Cinematic Photoshoot in Venice: Capture Venice Hidden Gems

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Private tour on Murano Island: discover the art of Artisanal Glassblowing

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Venice Private Boat Tour Murano & Burano

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Teatro La Fenice Tour in Venice

Experience an evening of opera in Venice, surrounded by the historical elegance of a 15th-century palace. The singers and musicians of the Musica a Palazzo ensemble perform classics of Italian opera within the ornate salons of the Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto. Move from room to room with the performers and soak up the drama of epics such as “La Traviata” and “Rigoletto” in a truly intimate, immersive environment.

Musica a Palazzo 'Traveling Opera' Performance in Venice

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Skip the crowds and uncover Venice’s hidden corners on this unique walking tour. Wander through the ancient heart of the city—from Campo Santa Maria Formosa’s baroque church to the Rialto Bridge area—while your guide reveals secrets of Casanova, Marco Polo, and treasures from Constantinople. Sip a spritz like a true Venetian, and step inside The Yard of Venice Gallery to see a real gondola up close, admire a handcrafted oar, and experience a virtual reality ride along the Grand Canal. Upgrade to end your tour with an optional shared gondola ride, and experience the city from a vantage point on the water.

San Marco to Rialto Walking Tour & Spritz Like a Local

2 hoursFree 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

The most exclusive and unique tour of the Grand Canal, discovering its stories, legends and mysteries. A true Venetian will guide you in this fascinating itinerary to live the city from a different perspective: the water! Through this experience you will explore the entire city in just 1 hour, immersed in a magic 100% Venetian atmosphere! Please note: pictures are for illustration purposes only and to present the experience in its entirety. The boat is a private deluxe water taxi. A specific boat cannot be granted, since it is upon availability. For any inquiry or customization, feel free to contact us.

The Secrets of the Grand Canal - Special Private Boat Tour

Nip through Venice the stylish way, in a comfortable water taxi, on this private tour, with one convenient flat rate for groups of up to 10. Admire ancient palaces, secret gardens, the Rialto Bridge, and more, as your guide introduces the city’s signature buildings and the families that made them great. Finish at Murano island, famed for glass for centuries, with a private tour of a historic workshop.

Grand Canal boat tour and Murano glass experience with Hotel pick up

Grand Canal boat tour and Murano glass experience with Hotel pick up

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Square Private Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Venice St. Mark's Basilica - The Legacy of the Roman Empire™

Get an inside peek into the world-famous glassblowing factories of Murano with this small-group tour. From central Venice, ride a water taxi across the Venetian Lagoon to the colorful island of Murano. Watch a glassmaking demonstration by a master craftsman, and enjoy time to browse the factory showroom featuring finished works of art. Finally, attend your choice of hands-on workshop to create a take-home piece of jewelry or mosaic using authentic Murano glass.

Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice

1 hour to 2 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

The Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica are Venice’s most famous sights, but long lines and huge crowds make visiting a chore. With this exclusive private after-hours tour, marvel at these wonders after closing time when you have the palace and church all to yourself. Take in the impressive halls and prisons inside the Doge’s Palace then move on to the basilica to admire the glittering mosaics and altar.

Private Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica After Hours Night Tour

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Venice: St Mark's Basilica After-Hours Tour with Optional Doge's Palace

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What are people saying about Venice

Nina_R, Nov 2026

Educational, atmospheric visit to 2 major Venice sites

This small group tour covers the two most iconic attractions in Venice while avoiding the typical massive crowds. Our tour guide was quite knowledgeable and I was able to hear her perfectly even when I lagged behind to take photos as they had provided audio sets. It was very cool and atmospheric to be in these locations at night, especially areas like the prisons and crypts. The total time was about 3.5 hours; however, there was an unexpected 45 minute break in between the palace and our entry to St. Marks, during which I had time to grab much needed sustenance (a panini and spritz) at a café on the square.

Private or Semi Doge's Palace & Saint Mark's Basilica Guided Tour

Jenna_H, Oct 2026

Incredible Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica tour

I had an absolutely wonderful private tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica with Brankica! LivTours was very communicative and quick to respond to my questions, which made everything easy and stress-free from the start. Brankica arrived right on time and was incredibly knowledgeable, thorough, and passionate about history. It was clear how deeply she cares about the stories she shares, and she brought the history of these incredible places to life in such an engaging way. What made the tour especially memorable, though, was Brankica herself. She is wonderfully warm, kind, and genuinely funny! I laughed so much throughout the tour, and I really enjoyed getting to know her personally. It felt less like being on a formal tour and more like spending time with a friend who just happens to know an incredible amount about history. I highly recommend Brankica anyone visiting Venice! She combines fascinating historical knowledge with such a lovely personality, making the experience both educational and genuinely fun. An absolute highlight of my time in Venice! ❤

Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice

Anne_M, Oct 2026

Sourosh is awesome!

Sourosh is extremely knowledgeable about the history and reasons behind Venice because he completed his PhD in Venice and has thoroughly researched the history. He was extremely accommodating as we had only been in Venice for 2 hours before the tour and couldn't find our way around yet. He came to our hotel to pick us up and took us back. He was very flexible and gave us options for when and where to take the gondola ride. He gave many in-depth insights that you wouldn't learn from a guidebook. Highly recommended.

Murano by Private Watertaxi Including Glass Blowing Demo with Hotel Pickup

Philip_M, Oct 2026

Marvelous experience!

This is a must do trip if you are at all interested in glass. We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel (the actual ticket is confusing but it is a round trip back to hotel). Our guide, Julia, was terrific! Emilio at Colleoni met us at the dock at Murano and led us to the demonstration and explained what was happening. Colleoni is a premier glass blowing company and their showroom is spectacular! We bought a chandelier what will be made just for us.

Dolomites & Cortina d’Ampezzo Small Group Day Tour from Venice

Razzmatazz23, Oct 2026

Dolomites

We visited a ski resort village where some 2026 Winter Olympic games were held. We stopped at many majestic sites for photo opportunities. Had time to have lunch and walk around the lake and shop for souvenirs. Our guide was Marco. He made sure the vehicle was safe at all times and comfortable for us. He accommodated our needs when we asked. He was more than happy to take photos of our entire group and told us lots of valuable information in history as we drove along the tour.

Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide

Terri_M, Oct 2026

More than Venice !

So worth your time to experience the art of glass making! You can sit and watch glass makers at work and then visit the showroom with numerous piece of art. Then travel to the island of Burano and experience the peaceful life of an islander. Along the tour we learned about the history of the island and had time for a wonderful lunch. Our tour guide Tomaz was fantastic and would highly recommend this tour!

Venice Private Walking Tour with a Local

Heiko_S, Oct 2026

Venice off the beaten path

Our city guide Michael gave us the choice, the hotspots or the quiet Venice. We decided on the Venice away from the crowds. He led us through quieter alleys and explained architectural and historical details to us. And as a true Venetian, he also shared some insider information. It was an interesting and very entertaining tour. Would do it again anytime.

Venice Private Tour - Custom Experience with Local Guide

Christina_V, Oct 2026

Private Walkng Tour in Venice

Amina was a wonderful tour guide with a lovely personality. She met us at the hotel due to (losing luggage in Venice from Paris and we waited for next flight that luggage was on) and we were on a tight schedule. Anyways, Amina was timely, dependable , very personable and knowledgeable about Venice. She showed us so many hidden gems off the beaten paths that were truly lovely! We asked for recommendations for dinner, and shopping when we return to Venice after our cruise ends and she gave us many. She knew her history of Venice and was a very refreshing tour guide! She truly enjoyed doing this job!

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!

Fall in Love: Private Romantic Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal

ywkvicky, Jul 2026

Missed booking time can be postponed

I booked three hours because I wasn't familiar with the terrain and didn't miss it early, and then I'll be back at four o'clock to fill in the vacancy and don't waste a flight! The first is a VR 5 minutes introduction, at the end there will be a guide to start leading everyone through the alley to the place to go to the boat while explaining a side walk, then in the middle of the boat to the boat to see the guide and the team they will be on the shore to explain😂