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Beatriz_G, May 2026
Wonderful Venice Tour with Matteo
We had an incredible full-day tour of Venice and Murano with Matteo! From the moment we met him, he was warm, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing the history and culture of Venice. He took us through beautiful hidden corners of the city that we never would have found on our own, while also covering the iconic landmarks in a way that felt personal and engaging. The Murano portion of the tour was a highlight — watching the glass-blowing demonstration was fascinating, and Matteo gave us great insight into the island’s traditions and craftsmanship. What really made the experience special was how relaxed and customized the day felt. Matteo was attentive, patient, and full of great recommendations. You can tell he truly loves what he does. This was one of the best tours we’ve ever taken and absolutely worth it for anyone wanting to experience the real Venice. Highly recommend Matteo — 5 stars all the way!
Katherine_C, May 2026
10/10 best part of our trip
This was the highlight of our trip to Venice. We had a private water taxi that took us to every location we wanted to visit. Our tour guide was incredibly cool, friendly, and knowledgeable. She answered all our questions and made us feel like we were friends by the end of the tour. The best part of our trip was visiting the glass studio on Murano and then going to Burano. I highly recommend booking this tour; it’s hassle-free and a great way to experience Venice.
Heather_H, May 2026
Doge’s Palace/Bridge of Sighs/Prison
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
Barry_S, May 2026
The value of a semi-private tour with an experienced guide.
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.
Ronda_W, May 2026
Book with tour guide, Sneh Wayne, in Venice! He's the best!
My husband and I were treated to a fantastic walking tour by Sneh Wayne. Our original tour was supposed to occur when it was raining heavily in Venice, and I was so disappointed that we were going to miss the walking adventure, but Sneh contacted me and set up a different day/time for us to meet. His tour was above and beyond what we expected. He met us at our hotel in the early evening hours, and he guided us through the parts of Venice that we had not seen already. His storytelling was superb, and we were engaged throughout the tour. He was professional, kind, funny, and full of knowledge. We would recommend taking a tour with Sneh... you will love the adventure!
Michelle_M, May 2026
Amazing experience
The best decision we made on this trip!!! Soroush showed us things we would have never found on our own. He was friendly, knowledgeable, gave us interesting information and felt more like an old friend showing us his city vs a stranger we hired. He even showed us a great place for dinner. Cannot say enough nice things about our experience. 100/10 would book again!!
Pamela_H, May 2026
Claudia is an outstanding...
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.
Kimberlee_s, Apr 2026
Book this adventure if you enjoy art!
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.
ELEE_A, Apr 2026
Excellent tour guide
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.
Blaine_M, Apr 2026
Marvelous island trip....
Marvelous island trip. Make sure to go to Torcello and it’s a good place to eat lunch at a nice restaurant away from the crowds of Burano. Our guide Clementina was 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! The glass blowing tour is ok but ends with a hard sell of expensive handmade glass products.
Kylie_V, Apr 2026
Walking tour around Venice
We had a very nice time, Ester was lovely & catered the tour to suit our interests, we stopped for a coffee along the way. We went to areas that we wouldn’t have gone to, some of which were less crowded, she was knowledgeable about the area so that was great. Two hours was enough for us but you can go for a longer time if you prefer
Eric_G, Sept 2025
A Culinary Journey Through Venice’s Heart and History ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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!
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