Top Venice Rail Tours

Explore the famous sites and hidden charms of Venice on this walking tour, followed by a ride through the city’s canals on an iconic gondola. Follow your local guide through a romantic maze of surrounding backstreets to discover some of Venice’s lesser-known gems. Learn the fascinating history of Venice as you wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, and then hop aboard a Venetian gondola for a leisurely ride along the Grand Canal.

Explore the intricacies of two famed Italian handicrafts on a fully guided day trip from Venice to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano with a group of up to 22 people. Watch centuries-old glassblowing techniques in Murano, and marvel at the detailed stitches of exquisite Burano lace. Your knowledgeable guide will share the history of these two artisan islands while you visit local workshops and wander the picturesque streets.

Skip the lines at Saint Mark’s Basilica and Doge's Palace and opt for a small-group guided tour instead. Then, enjoy the quintessential Venice experience—a gondola ride through the city’s canals and waterways. Your ticket also includes access to several landmarks surrounding Saint Mark’s Square, as well as access to a mobile app that provides commentary to a walking tour of the city at your own pace.

Taste your way through the canal city on a street food tour of Venice. Meander through the Floating City without having to navigate or overcome the language barrier in a small group that guarantees personalized attention. Pass top sights such as Rialto Market and the Grand Canal, while you savor Venetian specialties including cicchetti (small plates), buranelli (butter cookies), and much more.

Travel from Venice via train to Verona where this all-day guided tour begins. Explore the “Eternal City” on foot, taking in famous sights from Shakespeare’s "Romeo & Juliet," such as Romeo's House and the Piazza dei Signori. Plus you’ll have free time to wander around on your own. Train tickets to/from Venice are included.

Explore the hidden corners of Venice on this walking tour and benefit from local knowledge. Stroll with a small group to the city square of Campo Santa Margherita, see the Scuola Grande di San Rocco, and visit the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari. Then cross the Rialto Bridge and walk past the Marco Polo House to St. Mark's Square. Upgrade for a private tour.

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.

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.

Swap Abano Terme for an exciting small-group day trip to the beautiful city of Venice. Rather than following a map, let a guide lead the way so you can focus on the sights. The route packs in some of the city’s most loved landmarks—such as Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Square—as well as hidden gems that are off the usual tourist trail.

See Venice from Florence in just a day the efficient way—by high-speed train. Catch an early train from Florence to Venice using the provided tickets, then meet your private guide for a walking tour of the city. You'll see signature sights including St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, explore historic churches with works by artists like Titian, and visit a market; upgrade to add a gondola ride.

We will take you through the narrow and quiet Venetian streets between the Cannaregio district and the Ancient Jewish Ghetto, the wonderful antiques shop windows and traditional Jewish shops. We will be able to stop and drink an excellent espresso in the small coffee shop in the city that has been using the same recipe for almost a century. We can then head towards the beating heart of Venice in the San Polo and San Marco districts. We will not fail to cross the Rialto Bridge and take a tour of the Rialto Market. We will visit a "hidden place" from which to appreciate a completely exclusive view of the Grand Canal. For lunch, an ancient bacaro hides among the narrow and intricate calli of Venice where you can enjoy excellent traditional Venetian cicchetti. We will reach Piazza San Marco, surrounded by its main buildings and we will arrive at the Bridge of Sighs; finally you can visit the Basilica of San Marco (not included). Afterwards, we will take the ferry boat to reach the rail station.

Swap one historic Italian gem for another as you board a train from Verona to Venice, arriving at its central Santa Lucia station to meet your private guide for a private tour of the floating city. You’ll learn about Venetian history, architecture, and culture and see landmarks including St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and Rialto Bridge. You’ll also visit the city’s historic center, uncovering sights you might otherwise have missed.

>Get to Venice from Rome on the super reliable Italian High-Speed Trains >Arranged for you to experience the most intimate parts of Venice by foot >Your licensed local guide not only knows the city, but loves it! >We have carefully tried, tested and curated this tour so that anyone who wishes to make a last minute dash to Venice is not disappointed >Which is why this tour is customizable in your favor

No visit to Italy would be complete without seeing Venice, with its ancient canals and pretty architecture. Enjoy a quintessential Venetian experience in just one day on a private tour from Florence, with seamless round-trip train travel. In Venice, discover highlights, hidden gems and the best spots for authentic cuisine on a private tour, finished off with a memorable gondola ride.

Visit Venice stress-free with this private full-day tour from Milan. Take the morning high-speed train and meet your local guide at Venice's Santa Lucia station. Enjoy a private 3-hour walking tour covering Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Square, Grand Canal, and more. Relax over lunch (own expense) and enjoy free time in the afternoon before the return train.

Visit the classic architecture and quintessentially northern Italian city of Padua from Venice on this tour by train. Explore Padua, a true hidden gem, with your own personal guide, and learn about the history of this city filled with art and culture. See the historic center and wander the streets like a local, and enjoy some free time where you can visit the botanic garden or shop in the boutiques of the city.

Florence’s Uffizi Galleries (Gallerie degli Uffizi) are home to masterpieces by Botticelli, Giotto, Michelangelo, Caravaggio, and so many more—not to mention being an architectural marvel in their own right. Discover them from Florence faster than you could by road on this convenient package by high-speed train. Timed tickets ensure entry, while a multilingual audio app with 3D map helps you navigate the vast gallery, leaving time free to explore independently.

Maximize your time in Italy, and visit the city of Rome in just a day. This carefully honed day trip from Venice includes round-trip transportation by high-speed train and a private tour guided by a local in Rome. You’ll check off sights of many top Rome attractions such as the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and St. Peter’s Square, and have free time (plus insider tips) for shopping and eating in the capital.