Top Venice Walking Tours

Tour of The Real Hidden Venice

4.9

(2,110)

from $70

Venice is home to hundreds of attractions, making it difficult to cover the highlights in limited time. Ideal for first-time visitors, this full-day tour of Venice checks off top sights. Stroll across the Rialto Bridge and browse the lively Rialto fish market, then hop aboard a traditional gondola for a romantic cruise along the Grand Canal. Finally, visit St. Marks's Basilica and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge's Palace.

Venice In a Day: St Mark's, Doges Palace Gondola Ride & City Tour

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

(4,019)

from $141

The entrance lines at Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice can sometimes feel like they last forever. Bypass the annoyance of waiting in long queues by prebooking a Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line tour. Perfect for those with a limited time in Venice, you’ll visit both big attractions with a guide leading the way and loading you with historical information you wouldn’t hear otherwise.

Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour

Venice Private Tour - Custom Experience with Local Guide

4.5

(2,057)

from $90

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(93)

from $59

Discover Venice through the eyes of a local on this intimate, small-group walking tour where you visit landmarks including St. Mark’s Square, the Rialto Bridge, and explore lesser-known squares like Campiello dei Squelini and San Polo. Learn about history, culture, and architecture as you explore the floating city on foot, finding hidden corners and tucked-away streets while hearing stories along the way.

Venice highlights and hidden gems Small Group walking tour

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.

(33)

from $37

Venice Must See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

3 hoursFree Cancellation

(74)

from $41

Best Of Venice: Saint Mark's Basilica, Doges Palace with Guide and Gondola Ride

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

(965)

from $125

Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

5 hoursFree Cancellation

(8,147)

from $40

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.

Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour

2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

(3,490)

from $105

Venice Street Food Tour with Local Guide with Local Food Market Visit

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Delve into Venetian history on this tour that showcases two of the city's most iconic structures and sheds light on the stories behind them both. Your first stop is legendary St. Mark's Basilica. Wander around the mosaic-covered interior and Byzantine treasures while a local guide fills you in on how this collection came to be. Then continue to the Doge’s Palace to explore the former political heart of Venice.

(875)

from $52

Legendary Venice: Doge's Palace, St Mark's & VIP Terrace Access

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

(5,315)

from $84

Venice Sightseeing Small Group Walking Tour with a Local Expert

With this tour, you can explore two stunning islands while visiting Venice—Murano, renowned for its centuries-old glassblowing tradition, and Burano, famous for its intricate lacemaking history. Travel comfortably by private boat, then enjoy the chance to disembark and learn about local crafts, including live demonstrations of both glassblowing and lacemaking, as well as free time to explore Burano alone.

(899)

from $47

Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

(914)

from $29

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

3 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience authentic Venice on a private walking tour with a local guide who contacts you beforehand to tailor the itinerary. Skip mainstream spots and discover hidden gems, including monument exteriors and museums if desired. Get recommendations and insider knowledge to make the most of your trip. Your guide can meet you at your accommodation for convenience, ensuring a unique and personal experience of this historic city.

(1,223)

from $117

Venice : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

(99)

from $59

Swap the schedules and historical focus of conventional tours for a private walking tour of Venice with a local who’ll show you the city like a friend. Tell them what you fancy doing, and enjoy a personalized tour enriched by their grassroots knowledge. Explore often-overlooked neighborhoods; discover sights and eateries favored by locals; and get transport and cultural pointers to help ensure you get the most from your visit.

Venice Private Walking Tour with a Local

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

(138)

from $65

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

Perfect for travelers who are short on time, this small-group tour takes you on an adventure to discover the hidden secrets and historical wonders of Venice. Exploring the “City of Bridges” with a guide means there’s no need to follow a map or worry about getting lost. Instead, just enjoy having a whistle-stop itinerary planned out for you, with stops at Rialto Bridge, Marco Polo House, and St Mark’s Square.

4.5

(754)

from $18

The Essence of Venice in a Stress Free Small group Walking Tour

(152)

from $53

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.

Venice's Best: Basilica, Doge's Palace, Gondola & History Gallery

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Even if you only have a day, discover Venice's jewels on this to-the-point private tour, complete with a Venetian lunch of cicheti (tapas) and a glass of wine. Explore the historic center from Cannaregio and Rialto to St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace (entrance at own expense). Enjoy a glassblowing demonstration in a historic Murano factory and tour the Grand Canal by water taxi at sunset, prosecco in hand.

(3,018)

from $117

Private One Day Tour of Venice!

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(50)

from $651

Discover Venice's royal history on a guided tour, visiting landmarks such as Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, and St. Mark’s Cathedral. Skip-the-line entry saves time along the way, while guided tours offer fascinating insights into the lavish interiors and Byzantine mosaics. Conveniently, you can choose from different packages to suit your needs, including options like visiting St. Mark's Cathedral Terrace and the Bell Tower.

Basilica, Doge's Palace, History Gallery & Bell Tower Option

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(674)

from $114

Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride

2 hours 9 minutes to 2 hours 27 minutesFree Cancellation

3.7

(3,639)

from $71

City Center Walking Tour in Venice & Gondola Experience

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

(137)

from $56

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.

Dolomites & Cortina Small Group Tour from Venice

10 hoursFree Cancellation

(1,497)

from $219

Venice Must See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide

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What are people saying about Venice

Bethany_S, May 2026

Easy walking tour

Venice is complicated to navigate on your own. Navigation tools don’t work well as there are few streets and many bridges and pathways that make it difficult to connect. This walking tour took all the stress away! In three hours that weren’t that tour guide took us to beautiful places that weren’t that crowded.

Skip-the-Line: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Fully Guided Tour

susanlaufer, May 2026

Good tour

Very good tour and guide. I learned a lot. I have only 2 suggestions for improvement: - The guide should carry a more visible flag to help the group follow her around in the crowds. - Both Viator & City Wonders send too many email and text reminders prior to the tour. Please only send one, unless there's a need to communicate some change.

Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour

Brent_D, May 2026

Great tour. Amazing food!

There was so much food and wine, all of it delicious. Our guide was Georgia, who was friendly, funny, and informative. We had a good group who all enjoyed the tastings, and Georgia supplied alternatives for those who couldn't eat some foods so nobody missed out. Highly recommended!

Legendary Venice: Doge's Palace, St Mark's & VIP Terrace Access

Laura_F, May 2026

Perfect morning in Venice

Doge’s palace and the Basilica were gorgeous and the early access and skip the line was really a treat to avoid the heavy crowds. Paola, our guide, truly made it a special experience with her knowledge and friendly demeanor. She was lovely, and I will never forget this tour!

Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

Susan_F, May 2026

Murano and Burano Island visits

This was a really lovely and interesting trip to the Islands of Murano and Burano. Our tour guide Nicole was very knowledgable about the places we visited and she took time to answer all our questions - her local knowledge was particularly helpful. There was free time on each Island which we really enjoyed and we had very enjoyable walks around both Islands as well as time for coffee and snacks. We enjoyed both the local demonstrations - glass making on Murano and lace making on Burano. The boat was lovely with leather seats which were very comfortable.

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

Susan_W, May 2026

Our tour guide was very...

Our tour guide was very friendly, funny and knowledgeable about the history of the sites we visited (Doges Palace and St. Marks Basilica). She also shared interesting info about the painters who created many of the art on the walls and ceilings, and about the materials and processes used in the building and creation of both places.

Venice highlights and hidden gems Small Group walking tour

Ada_G, May 2026

Jada was excellent at...

Jada was excellent at explaining everything along the way from history to architecture to culture etc. She also spoke English very well and the walking pace was very good (not too quick not too slow). My only comments for improvement is that the audio machine/earpieces had trouble connecting to Jada’s microphone if you were standing more than 15 or so feet away, but if you were near then it was fine. I would recommend this tour if you enjoy learning about Venice.

Best Of Venice: Saint Mark's Basilica, Doges Palace with Guide and Gondola Ride

Sarah_B, Apr 2026

Small disappointment but overall excellent!

Marco was a wonderful tour guide, so much information and a good sense of humor. Doges palace was fascinating! The only disappointment was our gondola ride. Our gondolier really didn’t speak to us at all and we kind of jokingly asked if he was going to sing to us and he just said NO and then didn’t tell to us or tell us any information on the ride at all. The gondola ride was very short also - not as expected but the tour overall was really fantastic.

Venice Street Food Tour with Local Guide with Local Food Market Visit

Terry_K, Apr 2026

Loved the Food and talks.

Its well worth it. The guide was fun (Ana, loads of commentry and fun to be with) and told us all about the different foods at each stop. Different choices available to suit your tastes. We did 5 stops and one extra with the artichoke man, very interesting watching him work and her telling us about what they make with all the parts. Fish market was amazing to look around. I would say go early on in the day to miss the crowds and the fish market closes at 1pm so if you go later you wont see it on the tour. And definitely would be crazy on a Saturday with the weekend visitors. Lots to see on the tour and finished with superb Gelato. Cant recommend it enough. Interesting stories about the doorway and the bricks you see in the pictures.

The Essence of Venice in a Stress Free Small group Walking Tour

Sophie_V, Mar 2026

Wonderful 2 hours

Our walking tour was absolutely brilliant—Alice was amazing. She gave us a unique perspective on two sides of Venice: the modern city and how locals navigate everyday life, as well as the grandeur of the 16th-century capital of the Venetian Republic. The tour was fun, educational, and definitely not boring! I would happily come back again. As a local, Alice also gave us plenty of great advice on where to go and where to eat, and her recommendations were excellent. As an art historian, I especially appreciated her insights, particularly when she pointed out where we could find original paintings by Titian.

Venice Sightseeing Small Group Walking Tour with a Local Expert

Katherine_A, Mar 2026

Great personal feeling tour!

Great walking tour to see different areas of the city starting in the university area, moving through San Paolo, and ending in the most famous San Marco’s square. I took the tour during my first full day and really enjoyed learning more about the history of Venice on the tour. Alice was a fantastic tour guide, and she was friendly, kind, and informative answering all our questions and giving recommendations. We had three people in our group which gave the tour a great personal feel. Highly recommend this tour!