All Venice Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Luxury Shopping Escape from Venice – Prada, Gucci &More at Outlet

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Book a professional photographer and create lasting memories with a loved one at the Rialto Bridge in Venice. A symbol of the timeless architectural brilliance of Venice, this iconic landmark is a must-see for locals and travelers alike to experience the magical atmosphere of Venice in all its glory. As the oldest and most famous bridge in Venice, it offers iconic views of the Grand Canal and exudes a bustling energy - no wonder it's a popular bucket list item for many! Don't miss this opportunity to create lasting memories of your trip to the unique Rialto Bridge. Book your photo shoot now to turn your travel memories into captivating works of art to treasure forever. Our photographers will select the best photos for the package you purchase. If you fall in love with more moments than expected, additional photos will be available for purchase.

Venice: Professional Photoshoot at the Rialto Bridge

Venice: Professional Photoshoot at the Rialto Bridge

Venetian Mask Decorating Experience with Aperitif in Venice

45 minutesFree Cancellation

$91$87

Stand Up Paddle Tour in Venice Canals

$114$108

Venice is easy to get lost in. This 38-stop self-guided audio tour takes you from Santa Lucia train station to St. Mark's Square through the quieter streets of Cannaregio and Marco Polo's neighbourhood, following a route most visitors never take. Your guide is Mariacristina, a local with 25 years of experience who recorded this tour to share the city she knows best. You follow her voice on your phone, at your own pace. Highlights include: - The Jewish Ghetto, the first in Europe and origin of the word "ghetto" - The Rialto Bridge and the Grand Canal - Marco Polo's courtyard and the medieval trade routes behind it - St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace and the Bell Tower - Hidden churches, ancient wellheads and why Venice smells the way it does How it works: - Download the tour app (free, iOS and Android) - Follow the GPS map and listen as you walk - Pause, rewind, revisit anytime No guide to wait for. No group to keep up with. Just you, your phone and Venice.

Venice Walk, Santa Lucia to St. Mark's Square via Jewish Ghetto

Venice Walk, Santa Lucia to St. Mark's Square via Jewish Ghetto

This is the perfect Venice tour for you. This walking tour in Venice will save your day, starting with the train station we will give you the chance to enjoy everything you need. We have put together a private walking tour. You will be able to enjoy a complete Venice tour, but also to take advantage of the secret areas. Feel like a local for one day, the true soul of Venice, and head off the beaten tracks through unique neighborhoods. Walk the atmospheric streets of the hidden Venice, admire its main highlights and treasures, and taste local, traditional food and drink with a professional tour guide. The perfect way to get a taste of what Venice has to offer in a single day.

The best of Venice in a day

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Exclusive Fresh Pasta Cooking Class with a Venetian Chef

Special Offer

Venice is not an island standing alone. It is the most extraordinary expression of an entire lagoon. This private day leaves the city behind without ever leaving its story. Travelling by wooden water limousine, we cross the open lagoon to understand the geography, skills and communities that made Venice possible. Murano, Burano and the northern lagoon are not treated as a collection of picturesque stops. Each island reveals a different form of Venetian intelligence: the mastery of matter, the patience of handwork, the life of small communities and the delicate relationship between land and water. The boat gives the day its freedom. We can slow down, change perspective and experience the lagoon as Venetians always have: not as empty space between destinations, but as a world in itself.

Venice Lagoon Private cruise with an expert local guide

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the enchanting Doge’s Palace in a serene evening atmosphere on this private tour, designed to unveil the rich history and art of Venice. With a licensed local guide, discover the grandeur of the Doge’s Palace, including the stunning Giant’s Staircase and the Chamber of the Great Council. After your palace visit, enjoy a twilight walk through St. Mark’s Square, taking in the illuminated beauty of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Bell Tower. This exclusive tour offers skip-the-line admission and expert insights into the masterpieces of Venetian art. - 2-hour private guided tour, including 1.5 hours inside the Doge’s Palace - Skip-the-line admission to Doge’s Palace and complimentary Museo Correr ticket - Explore St. Mark’s Square with exterior views of its iconic monuments - Available daily from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, ideal for avoiding crowds

Doge's Palace Evening Tour and Twilight St. Mark's Square Stroll

$171$163

Unlock Venice’s Darkest Secrets – Ghost Tour Adventure! Step into the shadows of Venice and uncover its haunted past. Wander through eerie alleys and hidden squares where restless spirits are said to linger. Hear spine-chilling legends, mysterious that vbring the city's dark history to life! Tour Highlights: Ghetto di Venezia – Hear chilling tales from Europe’s first Jewish quarter ️ Casin dei Spiriti – Dare to approach the "House of Spirits" Corte Seconda del Milion – Walk in the footsteps of Marco Polo’s troubled legacy in this hidden murder alley. Why You’ll Love It: ✔️ Real Venetian ghost stories (not just cheap scares!) ✔️ Hidden spots even locals avoid at night ✔️ 15 people group for extra thrills (and chills!) It is not a simple guided tour, but a journey through shadows, secrets and..? Book now, before the ghosts notice you’re here!

Ghost Tour in Venice - Inside the Shadows

Ghost Tour in Venice - Inside the Shadows

1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Tour for kids in Venice treasure hunt

What makes this experience unique is first and foremost the location: Palazzo Soranzo, an authentic Venetian historic palace overlooking Campo San Polo, also linked to the history of Giacomo Casanova, who in his memoirs recounts his encounters with the senator Matteo Bragadin right at Palazzo Soranzo. In this setting you will enter a suggestive Venetian atelier dedicated to masks. You can choose your papier-mâché mask and customize it with colors accompanied by the expert. The experience thus unites Venetian history, creativity, and tradition in about 120 minutes. At the end, you will take with you something much more personal than a souvenir: a Venetian mask decorated by you inside a palace that preserves the stories and atmosphere of Casanova's Venice.

Venice Carnival Mask Decoration Course in Palace

$57$54

Escape Venice for a day and explore Padua’s rich heritage on a private, customizable ride with a professional English-speaking driver. Begin at Prato della Valle, one of Europe’s largest squares, then visit the Basilica of Saint Anthony, a revered pilgrimage site. Art lovers can opt to enter the Scrovegni Chapel to see Giotto’s groundbreaking frescoes (advance booking recommended). Stroll through Padua’s historic center, including Caffè Pedrocchi and vibrant local markets. If time allows, explore the UNESCO-listed Botanical Garden before heading back to Venice.

Venice Day Trip to Padua Frescoes Canals and Basilica Grandeur

Venice Day Trip to Padua Frescoes Canals and Basilica Grandeur

6 hoursFree Cancellation

$520$494

No visit to Venice is complete without a gondola serenade along the world-famous Grand Canal. As you glide through the tranquil waters, you’ll cruise past hidden canals so narrow you can almost touch the palazzos, fully immersing yourself in the city's unique charm. Local musicians enhance this special tour, who will serenade you with traditional romantic Italian melodies, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Unlike other gondola rides in Venice, this experience allows you to connect more deeply with the city’s romantic side, offering a rare opportunity to see the stunning Venetian facades up close while being enveloped in the city’s timeless beauty. The gondola ride will transport you to a bygone era, giving you a glimpse of what it truly means to be Venetian, and leaving you with cherished memories of this enchanting city.

Private Gondola Ride with Serenade in Venice

Private Gondola Ride with Serenade in Venice

30 minutesFree Cancellation

$667$634

Venice geeks and comic book buffs won't want to miss this fascinating tour, centered on the adventures of the great Venetian comic book artist Hugo Pratt's Fable of Venice book. Follow in the footsteps of the mysterious Corto Maltese through a mysterious landscape of secret places that straddles the divide between fantasy and reality and get an insight into this magical city few travelers ever find. Numbers are capped at eight, ensuring an intimate adventure.

Fable of Venice with Hugo Pratt and Corto Maltese

Fable of Venice with Hugo Pratt and Corto Maltese

Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Venice's architecture, a can't-miss experience where historic heritage meets modern design, and every building tells a story of style and time. • Enjoy a private and intimate tour, exclusively for your group. • Discover Venice’s iconic architecture with the guidance of a Local Expert. • Uncover how the Palazzo Ducale has shaped Venice's skyline. • Experience a personalised tour, tailored to your interests. • Get curated recommendations for further city discovery. Experience the evolving face of Venice's horizon, a visual journey of its historical evolution and modern growth.

Architectural Venice: Private Tour with a Local Expert

Architectural Venice: Private Tour with a Local Expert

This small-group walking tour over 3 to 3.5 hours takes you through Venices's Cannaregio and Jewish Ghetto neighborhoods. You'll begin at a neighborhood bakery that has served locals for generations, then continue through a family-run bacari and a working winery, tasting savory bites, regional wines, and a classic Venetian spritz along the way. You'll pass Ponte Chiodo, Venice's only bridge without railings, and walk through the Jewish Ghetto, one of the oldest in Europe, hearing the history behind both before finishing with a seasonal dessert. Your guide keeps the group small, up to 10 guests, weaving local history into every stop. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available on request.

Walking Tour in Cannaregio Venice

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

$124$118

The transfer service is customized according to customer requests, at the airport the driver will wait for you at the point indicated with a sign with your name and will give you any kind of assistance and help with luggage. Our drivers speak English and will accompany you to your destination with professionalism, tranquility and safety. Each vehicle is constantly monitored, and in possession of all the necessary licenses, on request we can provide approved child seats for the transport of your children, and for the transport of bulky luggage such as skis and snowboards. In winter the vehicles are equipped with winter tires, so you can travel in total safety in any weather situation. Please call us for customized itineraries or different pick up points

Transfer from Venice airport or Venice City to Cortina d'Ampezzo

Transfer from Venice airport or Venice City to Cortina d'Ampezzo

Discover the most mysterious and fascinating side of Venice on a guided walking tour through hidden streets, silent alleys, and squares full of intriguing stories. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will explore little-known parts of the city while immersing yourself in legends, mysteries, superstitions, and events that have marked Venetian history. During the tour of the historic Castello district, learn about stories of former doges, Venetian nobles, impossible loves, ghostly apparitions near the Malibran Theatre, and tragedies that still echo through the streets of Venice. A unique experience for those who wish to discover a different and captivating side of the city. To complement your experience, you will receive an exclusive eBook with curiosities, stories, and special information about the mysteries, traditions, and most iconic places of Venice.

Unveiling Venice's Ghosts: A Walking Tour + Ebook

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

We recommend choosing this product if you want a reliable, punctual, safe and elegant service. We offer a private transfer service between Venice and Verona. All our drivers speak English and all our cars are all Mercedes Benz. We also offer a water taxi service combined with car transfers for all those staying in hotels in the center of Venice. For more information contact us directly, we will be happy to create a tailor-made itinerary for you.

Transfer from Venice to Verona

$285$271

Discover the serene beauty of Venice from the water with a unique swimming experience. This authentic boat tour takes you beyond the crowded canals into the tranquil heart of the lagoon and nearby sea. Over approximately 2 hours, explore hidden swimming and snorkeling spots known primarily to locals, where clean, calm waters invite you to float and relax. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and vibrant marine life as you immerse yourself in the authentic Venetian lifestyle, perfect for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure. - Enjoy a 2-hour authentic boat tour in the Venetian lagoon - Swim and snorkel in hidden spots known only to locals - Relax in clean, calm waters away from the crowds - Ideal for travelers seeking a unique and refreshing experience

Swimming Experience in the Venetian Lagoon (Private Tour)

Comfort Arrival Transfer from Venice Airport (VCE) to Ravenna city or Cruise Port. Your cars are equipped with all necessary facilities for a trip to any part of the world under any weather conditions, including additional fastenings for sports and other equipment. Vehicles are kept clean inside and outside; your drivers are well presented and always pay attention to your guests and will be happy to help with luggage. They speak English. They will meet you with a name sign and provide a direct transfer to the destination. - Confirmation is received at time of booking - Infant seats available on request - Stroller accessible - Most travelers can participate - Please provide your flight details and preferred pickup time - Please provide cruise ship name, terminal details, and preferred pickup time - This is a private transfer service

Private Transfer Venice Airport VCE to Ravenna City or Port

Private Transfer Venice Airport VCE to Ravenna City or Port

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

$419$398

Photo Shoot in Venice

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

$114$108

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Loreta_P, Oct 2026

We had a wonderful...

We had a wonderful experience with our tour guide! The guide was very knowledgeable and provided clear, easy-to-understand explanations throughout the tour. She spoke clearly, making it easy for everyone to follow and appreciate the information. She was also very patient, friendly, and attentive, always welcoming our questions and responding to each one thoughtfully. Their professionalism and excellent communication made the tour enjoyable, informative, and memorable. Highly recommended!

Legendary Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's with Exclusive Access

sarahwon6, Oct 2026

One of the best tours...

One of the best tours I’ve ever taken. Going first thing in the morning to the Doge palace before anyone else, was truly amazing. Elena our guide was absolutely fantastic. Funny, memorable, deep knowledge and was amazing communicator who kept us laughing and explained details that only a native of Venice could know.

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

Patty_M, Oct 2026

Great Food Tour

This was a wonderful tour, and I highly recommend it at the start of your visit to Venice. Beside tasting lots of delicious food and wine, you will learn so much about Venice itself. Its a great introduction to the city. Carlo was the best, so much information, so animated in the telling, so concerned that everyone had a great experience. He was wonderful. Not sure you can ask for him, but try if you can.

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

Patty_M, Oct 2026

Murano and Burano tour

Includes longish boat rides to and from the islands, but it was very interesting narration by our guide Frescesca Gin, who told us lots about the history of Venice and all the small islands and how they developed. We did see glass blowing and lace making and had free time to walk about and have some lunch on our own on Burano. The group was about 15 people. I think tours offer the opportunity to learn so much more than going on your own.

Half Day Murano & Burano Islands Small Group Tour by Private Boat

Michelle_J, Oct 2026

Lace and Glass

Very interesting and lovely tour. Selena did a great job with our trip to Marano and Burano. It was a great experience to ride on the private boat with our group to see the glass blowing and lace making and also get a treat at the bakery! Lovely, I would do it again when I come back

Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice

fara1, Oct 2026

Exceptional private tour experience!

Our guide, Soroush, is incredibly knowledgeable on the history on Venice. We learned many interesting facts. The gondola ride was a wonderful, memorable finish. Highly recommend opting for a private guide, ad it also gives you an opportunity to ask as many questions you want.

St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

Philip_M, Oct 2026

Just as advertised and worth it!

Our guide was wonderful! The history she told was very interesting and important for a better appreciation of what we saw, especially at the Basilica. The tour of the Palace is longer and be prepared for lots of stairs and standing for a long time, but it was fascinating. The gondola ride was very nice, about 25 minutes through neighborhoods as well as the Grand Canal. There 4-5 people in a gondola so be prepared for that.

Venice Islands: Murano Glass & Burano Colors-Guided Visit

Shannon_P, Oct 2026

Trip to Murano/Burano with Aurora Freschi as a guide was Fantastic!

Aurora was an Amazing tour guide! So helpful and welcoming when we first got there helping everyone get set up and ready to go. She was so easy to understand and seemed very happy to be doing her job! I’m so thankful we got in her group, she was also so helpful in helping me find a beautiful coat that was like the one she was wearing that she purchased on Burano. I highly recommend Viator for finding tours and Aurora was a wonderful tour guide!

Venice Basilica Doge Palace Gondola and History Gallery

Andrea_H, Oct 2026

Well organized and a...

Well organized and a great way to soak up some of the history and beauty of Venice and also experiencing a legit gondola ride. Our guide Lucia was excellent - very knowledgeable and interesting - and appreciated her patience and graciousness as we navigated the sometimes considerable steps in the palace. Highly recommended

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

Kathleen_M, Oct 2026

Don't Miss this Detailed Tour of Doge's Palace and a Visit to St. Mark's while in Venice

Excellent guide, very personable and knowledgeable, native of Venice. She gave a thorough and extremely interesting tour of Doge's Palace, which was fascinating, comprising the bulk of the tour. Following Doge's Palace, we had 20-30 minutes in St. Mark's Basilica with our guide. St. Mark's was beautful and impressive. Just the right amount of time to dedicate to these two key sites while in Venice (2-3 hours). Highly recommend!

Venice in a Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

robert_m, Oct 2026

Great too w/ a bit too much Doge

The tour was totally worth it. It covered alot of territory, focusing on St. Mark's Cathedral, Rialto Sq and Bridge, a gondala ride, and Doge's palace. The guide spoke very good english. The gondola ride was well assigned so usually a couple gets to sit in the love seat in the middle. The time in Doge's palace as about 45 minutes longer than it needed to be. The walk around was moderately limited but just getting to/from any tour in Venice pretty much requires the use of water-buses which gives you good views of the Venice shorelines and lots of opportunity to hop-off/hop-on. (Buy a longer pass ticket and its no-muss-no-fuss.