From Florence: Explore Venice on a Semi-Private Day Tour by Train

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Florence, Italy

10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

1st class train ticket round trip
Tour assistant for the whole trip
One way water bus ticket
pick-up and drop-off at hotel in an air-conditioned minivan
visit Venice and famous monument

Gondola Ride (optional)
Lunch and Drinks
Tips

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Venice

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ponte di Rialto

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza San Marco

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica di San Marco

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Campanile di San Marco

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Palazzo Ducale

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ponte dei Sospiri

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to St.Mark’s Basilica.
St Mark’s Basilica entry tickets are priced at €12 per person.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 10 reviews

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Great tour of Venice

Marc_M, Jul 2026

Great tour, Rashi our guide and Fredrick her intern were awesome, knowledgable. Met us at apartment we were staying at, well organized. Long day but saw everything we wanted to. would not recommend going end of June/July, too hot.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day in Venice and that Rashi and Fredrick helped make the experience so well organized, informative, and enjoyable. It’s wonderful to know that, despite the long day, you were able to see everything you had hoped for. We also appreciate your helpful note about the summer heat, as late June and July can certainly make sightseeing more challenging. Thank you for choosing our tour and for your kind words about our team. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience in Italy.

Best tour guide ever.

Candace_T, Jun 2026

Tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable in answering questions about subject matter of tour and travel questions in general. We learned a lot and had a wonderful time.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time and that your guide was able to answer your questions with knowledge and enthusiasm. We believe that sharing both the history of the destinations and useful travel insights helps create a richer and more enjoyable experience for our guests. It is wonderful to know that you learned a lot and enjoyed your time with us. Thank you for choosing to travel with us, and we hope to welcome you again on another memorable experience in Italy.

Very interesting tour...

Dana_M, May 2026

Very interesting tour with very knowledgeable pleasant tour guide. It has a very nice pace despite the large numbers of visitors

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you found the tour interesting and well-paced, even with the large number of visitors, and that your guide’s knowledge and pleasant manner enhanced your experience. We truly appreciate your words and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again in the future.

Amazing!

Tarryn_H, Apr 2025

Our tour guide Rashi was very knowledgeable and informative. She went out of her way to account for our needs and dropped us at a fantastic restaurant for lunch. We would highly recommend this tour and in particular Rashi as a guide for anyone wishing to visit Venice.

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Guest, We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude for your kind and thoughtful review. It is a great pleasure to hear that Rashi's expertise and attentiveness contributed to such a positive experience during your visit to Venice. We are delighted that she was able to meet your needs and provide valuable insights, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable day. Additionally, we are pleased that you enjoyed the restaurant recommendation. Your high recommendation means a great deal to us, and we will be sure to share your generous feedback with Rashi. Thank you once again for choosing Welcome Italy. We would be honored to welcome you on another enriching tour in the future. Warmest regards, The Welcome Italy Tea

Excellent guide

FABIOLA_G, Jul 2025

The truth is very nice, Juliana was very kind and attentive to going at a pace that allowed my mom to enjoy the tour, where we ate was very delicious. The information he gave us was very valuable. Excellent tour guide

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Response from Host, Jul 2025

¡Muchísimas gracias por su hermoso comentario! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron del tour y que Juliana fue atenta y cuidadosa, especialmente con su mamá. Nos esforzamos por ofrecer experiencias inclusivas y agradables para todos, y es un gusto saber que lo logramos. También nos alegra que hayan disfrutado de la comida y encontrado valiosa la información compartida durante el recorrido. Le haremos llegar sus palabras a Juliana, quien seguramente estará encantada de recibirlas. ¡Esperamos volver a recibirlos pronto para seguir explorando juntos las maravillas de Italia! Con cariño, El equipo de Welcome Italy