All Veneto Tours & Excursions in 2026

Get out of Venice for the day to visit the magnificent Dolomite Mountains. The early departure is to ensure a better experience in an area that year after year has seen a growing number of visitors. Enjoy the luxury of having a driver to seamlessly transport you between sites, which, depending on the season, may include Cortina d’Ampezzo, Lake Misurina and enjoy stunning views of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks.

Swap the waterways of Venice for the alpine scenery of the Dolomites, without the stress of self-driving, on this small-group day trip. Meet at a convenient location in Venice, hop aboard your vehicle and soak up the scenery on the drive north. Stops include Lake Auronzo, Lake Misurina, Cortina, and more.

The UNESCO-listed Dolomites, located just north of Venice, offer some of the most stunning alpine scenery in Italy, but are tough to get to from Venice with public transportation. This full-day driving tour takes care of the driving for you, and also offers free time to explore Cortina d’Ampezzo, stroll along the banks of Lake Misurina, and snap photos from the Tre Cime di Lavaredo.

Check off all the highlights of Venice and save money, without having to book multiple tours, when you embark on this full-day tour. This combination tour covers all three in a single booking, with skip-the-line entry and guided tours of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica, a trip to Murano and Burano to watch glassblowers and lacemakers at work, and a shared gondola ride through the city's famous canals.

Maximize your sightseeing time on your Venice vacation with this private walking tour, and orient yourself around the city's historical attractions, canal-lined neighborhoods, and sights. As it’s a private tour, the focus is on your interests, but typical itineraries include pass-by stops at top Venice attractions such as the Rialto Bridge, Rialto Fish Market, the Basilica of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, La Fenice Theater, and more.

When it’s time to say 'arrivederci' to Venice, enjoy a stress-free and stylish exit with this private departure transfer. A motorboat will pick you up at your Venice hotel and transport you to Marco Polo Airport. Sit back and relax as you cruise across the Venetian Lagoon on the way to the airport. It’s an easy and efficient way to continue on the next step of your journey.

Enjoy a stress-free finish to your Venice vacation with this shared departure transfer from your hotel in central Venice or Venice Lido to Marco Polo Airport. Pick one of 11 departure points most convenient to your hotel, and then hop aboard a waiting water taxi at your scheduled time. Sit back and enjoy the ride as you cruise by spectacular Venetian scenery on your way to the airport.

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.

Experience the magic of Venice on a small-group gondola ride through its enchanting canals, led by skilled gondoliers. Glide beneath centuries-old bridges, marvel at the Grand Canal, and enjoy stunning views of St. Mark’s Square and San Giorgio Island. Enhance your journey with a visit to the Gondola Gallery to uncover the history and craftsmanship of Venice’s iconic gondolas, see an original gondola on display, and take a 3D journey through Venice across the centuries.

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.

Today, as in the olden days, often the quickest way around Venice is by water. Forget dragging your bags down cobbled alleys and over stepped bridges. Simply book this private transfer by boat from Santa Lucia train station to your hotel (or from your hotel to the station). Your assistant will wait at the train holding a sign with your name; your craft is good for up to seven travelers.

This tour is the perfect pick for time-tight travelers visiting Venice. Save yourself the hassle of booking tickets and waiting in long lines and opt for this convenient one-day itinerary instead. As well as skip-the-line admission and guided tours of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, the trip also includes a scenic gondola ride and visits to Murano and Burano to watch glass-blowing and lace-making demonstrations.

Experience the magnificence and mystery of the Doge’s Palace in Venice with this skip-the-line ticket. Head to the front of the queue with your guide, and then wander through the palace’s ornate public rooms as you learn the history of Venice’s powerful rulers. Admire magnificent interior artwork, including Renaissance masterpieces by painters Tintoretto and Veronese. Explore the palace’s darker side with a visit to the prison quarters and a walk across the notorious Bridge of Sighs.

Discover the political and artistic grandeur of Venice with skip-the-line access to the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Square Museums. Walk through the lavish chambers of Venetian rulers, cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs, and visit the old prisons where Casanova was once held. Enhance your experience with a detailed guidebook available in multiple languages, offering historical insights and a customizable itinerary. With your included ticket, explore the Museo Correr, uncovering Venetian lifestyle, Napoleon’s Royal Rooms, and the secrets of the Republic’s naval power.

Venice is famed for its historic palaces, churches, and bridges, but the best way to admire the city’s landmarks is from the water. Cruise through Venice’s canals on this 30-minute gondola ride. Admire the city and its beauty as you ride around in comfort, your gondolier steering the way. Start at the Grand Canal, and see spots such as Santa Maria della Salute and Fenice Opera House.

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.

Pay homage to the golden age of Venice with a night at the opera. Enjoy the exciting "The Four Seasons" by Antonio Vivaldi, performed by the orchestra and singers of I Musici Veneziani. The show takes you through four violin concertos that are inspired by a different season of the year.

As two of the most popular attractions in Venice, St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace draw huge crowds. Bypass the usual wait times on this skip-the-line tour, which guarantees you fast-track admission tickets to both sites, plus a guided tour. Upgrade to include admission to St. Mark's Museum and terrace or the bell tower (campanile), both offering stunning views.

Rather than gondola rides and crowded sightseeing spots, this hands-on experience allows you to learn about a traditional Venetian craft—glass-blowing. Enjoy a private water taxi to Murano, visit a glass factory, meet a glass master, and watch how Murano glass is blown. You can also try your hand at glass blowing with expert help during this exclusive private tour.

Discover the culinary traditions of Venice on this small-group cooking class led by a local chef. Roll up your sleeves, prepare pasta from scratch, and create tiramisu using time-honored Venetian techniques. Work with fresh ingredients, try flavors you might otherwise have missed, and hear stories about the local food scene while sipping unlimited prosecco during your meal.

Venice is more than an open-air museum; it’s also a world-renowned gastronomy hub. Discover the full-flavored wines of Veneto during this insider’s wine crawl, and see where famed writer Ernest Hemingway loved to sit and write. Enjoy tasty food pairings along the way from fresh regional ingredients, as you learn how to eat—and more importantly, drink—like a true Venetian local.

The region of Veneto is famous for its prosecco, but it can be difficult to reach its vineyards without a car. Travel from Venice to Conegliano by train, and then hop aboard a private vehicle for a special day of wine tasting. Visit local wineries to learn about the winemaking methods and sample high-quality sparkling wine. In between, visit a family-run osteria for a typical lunch with recipes passed down from “Nonna” and homemade desserts.

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.

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.