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Private Guided Tour in the Dolomites from Venice

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Murano and Burano Private Boat Tour from Venice

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

(19)

from $247

View two highlights of St. Mark’s Square in Venice without waiting in the main entrance lines on this time-saving walking tour. Bypass the ticket lines at the Doge’s Palace to see its gilded rooms, and cross the Bridge of Sighs to the Palazzo Delle Prigioni Nuove as you learn about the 1,000-year history of Venice’s republic. Then, tour St. Mark’s Basilica to admire the mosaics and treasures of this Byzantine masterpiece.

Skip the Line Venice Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

(267)

from $135

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

Classic 30-Minute Gondola Ride in Venice

25 to 30 minutesFree Cancellation

3.2

(1,076)

from $46

I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,031)

from $41

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PRIVATE Venetian Cooking Class & Rialto Market Tour with Massimo

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Get better photos of your vacation in Venice by having a private photographer accompany you around the city’s iconic landmarks, as well as hidden gems. Choosing a private experience means one-to-one guidance on the best way to pose, as well as the flexibility to customize the shoot. Choose from just a city shoot, add on a gondola ride (payable on the day), or select the luxury option to receive 100 edited photos.

(129)

from $159

Professional Photographer in Venice, Italy

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(74)

from $291

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

30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(258)

from $175

Venice Lagoon Private Sunset Tour

1 to 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(51)

from $188

See Venice through the eyes of a local on this private tour. Find moments of calm and unexpected hidden gems as you travel by the Cannaregio on foot and learn to navigate the bustling local markets. In 2 hours you will learn about the center of Venice and its rich history, and even pick up some Italian to use on the rest of your trip! Sip Venetian coffee (or wine) and enjoy the sights away from the crowds.

you could not be surrounded by tourists, just stay off the beaten track

Venice Off the Beaten Path – Private Walking Tour

(110)

from $305

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.

Violetta's room, the alcove

(La Traviata)

Musica a Palazzo 'Traveling Opera' Performance in Venice

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(788)

from $114

30-min Private Gondola Ride for up to 5 people

30 minutesFree Cancellation

3.2

(44)

from $175

Take in the best of Venice in a single day without the hassle of arranging transport and lunch on this full-day private tour. First, take in Venice's A-list landmarks, including St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, with a private guide as you stroll through the city center. Then, hop aboard a ferry to the island of Murano to visit a glass factory and enjoy a three-course Venetian lunch.

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

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

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(14)

from $188

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

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

3 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,310)

from $116

Venice Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour

(6)

from $29

Private Venice Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, 100% Personalised

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(16)

from $130

Great Venice St Mark's Square & Doge's Palace Guided Tour for Kids & Families

(17)

from $340

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

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

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(78)

from $441

No visit to Venice would be complete without seeing St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, but their popularity means these landmarks can have long lines to enter. Skip the hassle of buying tickets on the day and enjoy seamless, skip-the-line access to the Basilica on a private tour. Explore its golden mosaics and Byzantine interior with insight from your private guide. Then enjoy escorted entrance to the Doge's Palace to learn about its history and cross the famous Bridge of Sighs.

Skip the Line St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace Exclusive Tour

Skip the Line St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace Exclusive Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(52)

from $186

Venice airport VCE to Mestre hotels OR VICEVERSA

40 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(10)

from $70

Venice' St Mark Basilica Wonders Guided Tour for Kids & Families

Beautiful Family during one of our tours in St. Mark's in Venice

(2)

from $246

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.

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

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

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Venice like a Venetian by gliding through its historic canals on a private gondola ride. Departing near the iconic Rialto Bridge, this magical route takes you through hidden inner canals and along the Grand Canal, offering unique views you’d miss on foot. With space for up to five people, it’s the perfect way to marvel at sights like the renowned Rialto Bridge while savoring the tranquility of Venice’s waterways.

45-Minute or 1-hour Private Gondola Ride from Rialto

45 minutesFree Cancellation

3.8

(86)

from $329

Discover the Dolomites, Cortina and Lake Braies from Venice

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(496)

from $217

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Venice Doge's Palace & Prisons Tour

Monique_D, Jul 2026

Super Engaging Tour of the Doge's Palace

This was a fabulous tour of the Doge's Palace - interesting and engaging the entire time. Our tour guide, Edy, was extremely dynamic and pointed out interesting details about the Palace, the history of Venice, and other facts in a way that kept our rapt attention (including the attention of our 8 and 11 year old, who both loved the guide as well). She is a story-teller and is able to relay the history in a way that made it easy to follow and exciting. This is a must-see site in Venice that was made even better by our fabulous guide - highly recommend!

Private Gondola with Private Walking Tour In Heart of Venice

JimandRobin_H, Jul 2026

A few hours in Venice with Resa

Reza was our guide. The experience was personalized and educational. We left the crowds and ventured into neighborhoods and local culture to learn about history, art, the people, establishment of independent churches and much more. This tour and tour guide was exceptional. We really!! Enjoyed our day!!! Private gondola ride was rich in quiet stillness. Just amazing!

Venice Private Tour - Custom Experience with Local Guide

Lenna_P, Jul 2026

Beautiful City/Beautiful Day!

My family would highly recommend Noemi to anyone visiting Venice! She gave us a thorough and engaging tour of this beautiful city, answering all of or questions with thoughtful and detailed responses. Noemi was especially patient and accomodating with our 80 year old father who has mobility issues, making sure he was comfortable throughout the tour. Her kindness, knowledge and professionalism made3 our experience truly6 memorable. Thank you Noemi!

Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide

Suzanne_M, Jul 2026

Incredible and unique...

Incredible and unique experience! Nico was an excellent guide and ensured we got the most out of our time. He engaged our kids, patiently answered their many questions and provided great support when one of our children started feeling ill from the heat. Quick action from Nico and others involved on the tour ensured she was feeling better quickly and we could all continue to enjoy the tour and the rest of our last day in Venice!

Private One Day Tour of Venice!

MBrandon_S, Jul 2026

This is the trip you WANT...

This is the trip you WANT if you have to see Venice in a day. You get the history you should have, the water taxi trip, the experience at Murano, a nice lunch and lots of fun stories and character along the way. Be prepared for walking...hours of it, but its what you need if you want to see "it all" in a day. Great way to ground yourself as Day One on a longer trip too.

Colibri boat tour Venice : Private Tour of the Venice Lagoon

Paul_L, Jul 2026

A wonderful tour

This was a wonderful tour. I felt we got to see the main highlights of Venice but also got to see places tourists don't typically see. The captain was polite, on time, very knowledgeable and spoke perfect English. The boat was also very comfortable. I highly recommend this tour. It truly was the highlight of our trip to Venice and my kids aged 12 and 9 agreed.

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

Kristi_O, Jun 2026

Exceptional Guide, Exceptional Tour

This tour was absolutely fantastic and one of the highlights of our time in Venice. Having skip-the-line access to both St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace made the experience seamless and allowed us to spend our time enjoying these incredible landmarks instead of waiting in line. Our guide was wonderful. She was engaging, knowledgeable, and passionate about Venice's history, bringing each site to life with fascinating stories and details that we never would have learned on our own. She kept the tour interesting from beginning to end and was happy to answer questions along the way. From the breathtaking golden mosaics inside St. Mark's Basilica to the grand halls of Doge's Palace and the iconic Bridge of Sighs, every stop was unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Venice. It was well organized, informative, and absolutely worth it.

Venice Private Walking Tour with a Local

Jamal_D, Jun 2026

Wonderful Experience in Venice 5 Stars!

Highly recommended! We had a wonderful tour with Ama during our honeymoon in Venice. From the very beginning, she was kind, friendly, welcoming, and made us feel completely comfortable. What we really loved was how she balanced history, culture, and storytelling. She shared interesting stories about Venice in a fun and engaging way, making the experience both informative and enjoyable. She also showed us beautiful hidden corners of the city, iconic viewpoints, Rialto Bridge, and St. Mark’s Square. Ama went above and beyond to make the tour special for us. She took many beautiful photos of us throughout the tour and helped create unforgettable memories from our honeymoon. She was always attentive, making sure we were comfortable, enjoying ourselves, and getting the most out of the experience. We also loved learning about Venetian culture, local traditions, food, and daily life. She even took us for delicious gelato and shared fascinating stories about the city along the way. One particularly thoughtful gesture was the handwritten congratulations letter she gave us for our wedding, which was such a lovely surprise and made the experience even more personal. We spent two wonderful hours together, and the time flew by. Ama’s warmth, enthusiasm, and genuine care made this one of our favorite experiences in Venice. Thank you, Ama, for helping make our honeymoon so memorable. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Venice!

Dolomites & Cortina Small Group Tour from Venice

Alison_D, Jun 2026

Wonderful experience

Had the best time traveling from Venice to the Dolomites with our small group and Marco. The weather was a bit rainy and cloudy, however, Marco did his absolute best to make sure we had the best experience and even stopped on our route multiple times to catch a glimpse and photos of the mountain ranges when they would peak out from the clouds. Such a great switch up from Venice, would highly recommend!

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

Geraldine_O, May 2026

Speechless…

Mind-blowing experience. Our host was phenomenal - she connected with me (us : the tour group) by sharing stories and tales throughout the tour. Her knowledge is undeniably that of a true Venetian and her passion for her city is a privilege to experience. This tour (specifically with our tour guide) ranks in the top 3 experience in my life and I will highly recommend it to anyone. There is no other place in the world like this. It is breathtaking and astonishing, rich with culture and history.