

The most-booked Venice tours and tickets right now

Get around Venice with unlimited access to Vaporetti (water buses), Lido and the lagoon islands, and access the ACTV buses in Mestre and Marghera.
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Buy your ACTV Public Transport Tourist Tickets to see the most of Venice.
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No visit to Venice is complete without a visit to the Doge's Palace.
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Cruise the Venetian Lagoon by private water taxi and meet the artisans keeping Venice’s traditional crafts alive. You’ll see demonstrations of traditional glassblowing on the island of Murano, and traditional lacemaking on Burano. The tour includes discounts on souvenirs from both demonstration workshops. Both islands have plenty to see, and you’ll have ample time to explore.
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Explore Venice easily with a 75-minute ACTV ticket—unlimited travel on Vaporetti, buses, trams & People Mover. Redeem anytime within 24 months!
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Buy the Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Basilica tour in Venice. Visit the Golden Basilica, a masterpiece of Byzantine art, and the rooms of Palazzo Ducale.
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No visit to Venice is complete without a visit to the Doge's Palace.
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Explore three famous islands in the Venice Lagoon--Murano, Torcello and Burano--on a half-day sightseeing excursion by motorboat. You'll stop at a blown glass factory on Murano, visit Venice's first cathedral on the peaceful island of Torcello, and taking lots of pictures of Burano's coloured houses. This morning or afternoon tour is an excellent introduction to the magical islands surrounding the city of Venice and its enclosed bay in the Adriatic Sea. Deaprtures every day from San Marco Giardinetti or Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station (departure time in Santa Lucia Railway Station is set 30 minutes before the indicated departure time from San Marco Giardinetti).
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Major attractions with reserved entry - skip the queue, walk straight in
Buy your ACTV Public Transport Tourist Tickets to see the most of Venice.
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No visit to Venice is complete without a visit to the Doge's Palace.
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Unlock skip-the-line access to 12 Venice museums, including Doge’s Palace, with one flexible city pass valid for 6 months.
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Discover the enchanting history and art of Venice in this immersive 3-hour experience! Join an expert guide as you explore the stunning Doge’s Palace and the magnificent Saint Mark’s Basilica located in the heart of Piazza San Marco. Marvel at the artwork and dive into the rich history of the Venetian Republic. You’ll also stroll across the iconic Bridge of Sighs, a symbol of romance and intrigue! Next, indulge in a romantic gondola ride through the Grand Canal and its charming waterways. As you glide along, take in Venice's must-see highlights, including the famed Fenice Opera House, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, and the stunning Santa Maria della Salute Church, among others. Finally, immerse yourself in a unique virtual reality experience as you float over the serene waters of the Grand Canal at sunset, witnessing centuries of history unfold. You’ll also get an insider’s view of the craftsmanship behind Venice's iconic gondolas with a close-up look at a detailed model.
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Enjoy a 4-hour guided tour discovering the gems of the Venice lagoon: Burano, Murano and Torcello.
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Tour St. Mark's Basilica and see its intricate mosaics and grand domes.
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Explore St.
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This half-day boat tour takes you beyond central Venice to two of the lagoon’s most famous islands, without the hassle of navigating public ferries on your own. Travel by private boat with an expert English-speaking guide, then step into Murano’s glassmaking heritage as a master glassblower shapes molten glass in a working studio. Continue to Burano, where local artisans keep the island’s delicate lacemaking tradition alive by hand.
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Small-group + private walking tours with a local guide

Cruise the Venetian Lagoon by private water taxi and meet the artisans keeping Venice’s traditional crafts alive. You’ll see demonstrations of traditional glassblowing on the island of Murano, and traditional lacemaking on Burano. The tour includes discounts on souvenirs from both demonstration workshops. Both islands have plenty to see, and you’ll have ample time to explore.
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Buy your Doge's Palace skip-the-line tour. Visit the seat of the Venetian political power and enter the ancient prisons.
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Explore two of the most popular landmarks in Venice - Piazza San Marco and St.
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Visit Doge's Palace to explore the historic chambers and grand architecture. Walk through the corridors where Venetian leaders once ruled. At St. Mark's Basilica, see the intricate mosaics and iconic domes.
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For a more personalized experience, consider booking a shared boat ride on the Venice Airport Link from Marco Polo Airport to Venice.
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Buy your Golden Basilica tour in Venice. Visit St. Mark's Basilica, a masterpiece of Byzantine art, with skip-the-line access!
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• Enjoy a hassle-free island escape from Venice with round-trip boat transfers from your selected departure point.
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Between gondola rides and gelato, take some time to see Venice's architectural marvels in St. Mark's Square – the Doge's Palace, the square's namesake Basilica, and St. Mark's Campanile.
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Food tours, market walks, wine tastings, cocktail experiences

Fall in love with Venice, through your 3-hour discovery of the gastronomic tradition of the city, through a uniquely designed small-group, walking food and wine tour of the lesser known places to tourists. With at least 13 tastings from well-known restaurants and bars to the locals, between sipping some glasses of wonderful local wines, and trying some of the best restaurants in Venice with the guidance of your expert foodie, you will also get to hear about its unique histories of what makes Venice a truly wonderful place.
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Admire the scenic coast of Mazzorbo, Burano and Murano and dine on board during a panoramic tour of Saint Mark's basin.
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An indulgent chocolate tasting session in one of the most famous chocolate shops in Venice, specializing in hand-crafted chocolates.
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Explore Venice on a guided walk from St. Mark’s Square to the Rialto Bridge.
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Discover Venice through its flavors on our Venice Food Tour, a journey through the winding canals and historic streets of one of Italy’s most enchanting cities. Taste the dishes locals love, from traditional Venetian specialties like cicchetti, fresh seafood, and local cheeses to authentic recipes, perfectly paired with Venetian wines and spritzes. Each stop is carefully chosen to introduce you to genuine Italian culinary traditions and the best local producers. Your guide is a passionate local Foodie, a friendly expert who shares insider knowledge, explains each tasting, and brings to life the history and culture behind every bite. Do Eat Better Experience tours combine high-quality gastronomy with an immersive cultural walk, offering a true taste of Venetian life. To ensure a personal and authentic experience, we welcome only small groups, so every guest receives full attention. Please note: the tour runs in English and Italian; other languages are available upon request.
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Dress up in costume and mask and enjoy this walking tour of Venice. Walk through the Labyrinth of small alleyways and visit 3 local bars know as Bacari in the Venetian dialect.
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Embark on a food walking tour of Venice and savor the flavors of Italian cuisine as you sightsee the city's major monuments.
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Combine Floating City charm with that classic rock 'n roll atmosphere at Hard Rock Cafe Venice. Arrive by gondola, leave with a satisfied belly!
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Hands-on classes - pasta, pizza, gelato, regional dishes - from local chefs

Why hide out in the _City of Masks_ when you can sail away on the lagoon?
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Experience Venice Like a Local Sip regional wines, savor authentic cicchetti, and cross the Grand Canal on a traditional traghetto gondola. Explore Rialto’s vibrant heart and uncover the secrets of Italy’s aperitivo culture — vino in hand. Small group, big flavor.
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Do not miss the Leonardo da Vinci Museum in Venice: get your skip-the-line tickets, see the machines designed by Leonardo and enjoy an unmissable experience!
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Witness the creation of glass art before your eyes with tickets for a day trip to a glass factory in Murano.
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Take a break from sightseeing and embrace the richness of Italian cuisine with this pasta and tiramisu cooking class. Learn authentic recipes in a locally beloved Venice restaurant as you sip on wine. Learn how to make authentic Italian pasta from scratch including ravioli with spinach and ricotta, discover the art of Tiramisu making and taste your creations while receiving top ups on your fine wine.
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Take part in an exclusive decoration course, learn the ancient technique of making a Venetian Carnival mask out of paper-mâché and take one home as a special souvenir.
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Just a short walk from St. Mark's Square, dip your hands into the art of Venetian mask-making with an expert. The whole family can get involved and unleash their creativity!
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Create your own Carnival mask, learn the techniques from an expert guide, decorate it with precious materials and bring it home with you!
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River cruises, sailing, sunset boats, harbour tours

Explore three famous islands in the Venice Lagoon--Murano, Torcello and Burano--on a half-day sightseeing excursion by motorboat. You'll stop at a blown glass factory on Murano, visit Venice's first cathedral on the peaceful island of Torcello, and taking lots of pictures of Burano's coloured houses. This morning or afternoon tour is an excellent introduction to the magical islands surrounding the city of Venice and its enclosed bay in the Adriatic Sea. Deaprtures every day from San Marco Giardinetti or Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station (departure time in Santa Lucia Railway Station is set 30 minutes before the indicated departure time from San Marco Giardinetti).
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Build your perfect Venice adventure with a custom package! Cover all the essentials Venice has to offer by creating your own unique combination ticket to top attractions and experiences.
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Join this romantic gondola ride along Grand Canal and get the best views of the city including La Fenice Theatre, Peggy Guggenheim Collection and Doge's Palace!
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See Venice the way it was meant to be seen: from the water, with pre-arranged boarding that saves you time and guesswork.
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Experience the magic of Venice on a Gondola Ride through its enchanting canals. With just 5 guests and the gondolier on board, enjoy a more intimate and exclusive way to discover the city from the water. As you glide beneath centuries-old bridges, along the Grand Canal, and past breathtaking views of St. Mark’s Basin and San Giorgio Island, your guide brings Venice to life with stories and insights about its palaces, landmarks, and rich history. The guided experience continues at the Gondola Gallery, where your guide reveals the history, craftsmanship, and traditions of Venice’s iconic gondola, shows you the only original gondola displayed in section, and leads you through a unique 3D journey across Venice through the centuries.
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In a city with no roads, boats rule supreme.
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Visit Murano, Burano and Torcello during this 6-hour boat tour. Start your tour from Venice and discover the best hidden spots of the lagoon.
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Glide through Venice’s canals on a 40-minute gondola ride turned floating concert, with live serenade, scenic landmarks, and an option to go private for the ultimate romantic moment.
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Museums, ruins, art collections, religious sites with expert guides

No visit to Venice is complete without a visit to the Doge's Palace.
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Explore Doge's Palace and Venice's key museums with timed entry, self-guided flexibility, and optional skip-the-line and guided upgrades.
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Get skip-the-line tickets to the St Mark's Square Museums in Venice. Visit Doge's Palace, Correr Museum, National Archaeological Museum and Biblioteca Marciana with 1 pass.
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Our Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica tour is perfect for visitors with only a limited time in Venice, who want to get a true taste of the city. In just a few hours we take you to the most famous sites of the city, seeing the Rialto Bridge and venturing inside St, Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace.
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Visit St. Mark's Basilica, a remarkable example of Byzantine architecture. Notice the intricate mosaics that cover the interior walls and ceilings.
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Explore St.
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Buy your La Fenice Theatre Tickets with audio guide with Musement. Visit one of the most famous opera houses in Europe.
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Discover the real Secret Venice on a special walking tour with a native Venetian tour leader! The experience to live the uniqueness of the most authentic local districts. From Cannaregio, admiring its small canals and millenary legends, the tour will take you back in 1400s, learning the tales of the Venetian Republic, full of secrets and mysteries. During this exciting walk you will breathe a 100% local atmosphere, out of the beaten tracks, to admire the real life of Venice with its locals and crafts. The experience will arrive up to Rialto bridge where your guide will show the old trade center from completely a different perspective! Stories, Legends and Secrets.. from the Venetian eyes!
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Bike tours, e-bikes, kayaking, rafting, anything outside

Enjoy 100 minutes guided kayaking tour in Venice with highly qualified guides to let you see many different aspects of an incredible city. We will visit all the hidden gems of Venice that only locals know. You will get to see the main monuments of Venice from a different point of view, directly in contact with nature. We strongly believe in sustainable tourism. We love our city. It is fragile and needs to be treated kindly. Kayaking in Venice means discovery its intimate part, the most hidden and beautiful places, without any negative environmental impact.
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Step aboard your private gondola and glide through the canals of Venice, with different routes taking you from quieter waterways to some of the city’s best-known sights. Fabio, one of the gondoliers, says, “Being a gondolier is so much more than operating a gondola. Over 400 hours go into getting a Gondolier licence, learning the ins and outs of the canals, Venetian art and history. You’re really in the safest hands.” The shortest tour takes you through the San Paolo district, offering an intimate look at Venice away from the busiest sights. Look out for the distinctive canal-facing façades of Venetian buildings. The one-hour option continues towards the Grand Canal, while the 1.5-hour tour takes you towards the Rialto Bridge area. The longest ride also includes St Mark’s Square, bringing some of Venice’s most famous sights into the itinerary. Whichever route you choose, you’ll experience the city from its historic waterways.
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Vespa, golf cart, hot-air balloon, vintage car - unique ways to see the city
Visit the enchanting islands of Murano and Burano. Experience a Murano glassblowing demonstration and learn more about lacework tradition in Burano.
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Book your afternoon tour of Murano, Burano, and Torcello and discover the history of the oldest inhabited island of Venice.
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Explore Venice at your own pace! Enjoy an app containing over 130 points of interest, famous transport routes, sightseeing itineraries and walking tours.
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Book this private customisable tour discovering the best of Venice's St. Mark's Square with a local expert. You'll get skip-the-line tickets up the bell tower too.
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Get the chance to admire all of Venice's top attractions in one day thanks to this unique walking tour including a relaxing gondola ride.
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Half-day to full-day trips out of the city - Pompeii, Tivoli, Tuscany, you name it
Buy the Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Basilica tour in Venice. Visit the Golden Basilica, a masterpiece of Byzantine art, and the rooms of Palazzo Ducale.
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History, art and culture come together on this cool cruise through the Venetian Lagoon with a fun tour guide.
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Discover the most beautiful islands of Venice with us. Begin your adventure in the iconic San Marco area, boarding a comfortable boat that will whisk you away to the enchanting islands of the Venetian lagoon. With an expert local guide, witness a live glassblowing demonstration in Murano and uncover the secrets behind this delicate craft. Take some time to explore Murano's charming streets and artisanal shops. Next, set sail for the vibrant island of Burano, renowned for its brightly colored houses that create a perfect backdrop for stunning photos. Your guide will share fascinating stories and insights about the island's history and culture. You'll also discover the delicate art of lace-making, another historic tradition that has put Burano on the map. This tour promises an immersive experience combining art, history, and the unique beauty of Venice's islands. Join us for an unforgettable journey!
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Book a classic gondola ride down Venice's iconic Grand Canal. See historic sights and soak up this city's atmosphere from the water.
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Get out of the Venice city center and hop aboard a guided boat trip to Murano, Burano, and/or Torcello with tickets for a day trip adventure from Venice.
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Meet you local guide in Venice city center, then board a private boat and admire the lagoon of Venice. Stop in Murano island to see S. Maria and Donato Cathedral followed by an old glass factory visit. Afterwards stop in Burano island and explore the lace island
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Buy tickets to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice. Explore one of the most important 20th-century art museums in the world with temporary exhibitions too.
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Enjoy a guided tour with an expert glass master and a workshop where you will create your own handmade object in Murano glass.
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Tours and activities chosen for kids, teens, and multi-generational groups

With skip-the-line tickets and an expert guide, you’ll explore Venice’s top two landmarks, St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, in just two unforgettable hours. Wander the gilded council rooms in the Doge's Palace, cross the Bridge of Sighs, uncover enthralling stories of power and politics, and marvel at the golden mosaic ceiling in St. Mark's Basilica. Note: If you select the Private Legendary Venice option (max 6 people) or Legendary Venice with Terraces option at time of booking, you’ll have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to admire beautiful views from the balcony over St. Mark's Square. These options have a tour duration of 3 hours.
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Ensure your Venetian adventure is smooth sailing from the get-go with a super convenient shuttle bus ride from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Venice Piazzale Roma, or Mestre Railway Station.
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First time in Venice? Maximize your time in the city with a full-day itinerary that ticks off all the most memorable attractions. 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. Next, access St. Mark’s Basilica and gaze in awe at the stunning gold mosaics. Finally, enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge’s Palace. The 8:30am tour is limited to 20 people and includes a lunch break on your own, while the 8:15am tour does not include a lunch break (shorter duration of 4 hours) and a maximum of 25 people in your group.
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Ensure your travels go smoothly from the get-go with a super convenient shuttle bus ride from Venice Piazzale Roma to Marco Polo Venice Airport.
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If it’s your first time in Venice, see all the highlights of this magical city on a combination walking including St Mark's Basilica and a boat tour on the Grand Canal. From Piazza San Marco (St Mark’s Square) to the Rialto Bridge, your informative guide will offer historical perspectives on this fascinating medieval city. Plus, you'll skip the long lines at St Mark's Basilica – there’s no need to waste time waiting in lines when you're on vacation!
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Enjoy the luxury of avoiding the crowds and explore St Mark’s Basilica on an after-hours tour. Include an optional visit to Doge's Palace (if selected at the time of booking). Inside St Mark’s Basilica, admire treasured mosaics and a Byzantine altarpiece, and then follow your guide into the crypt where St Mark himself is believed to rest. Upgrade for late access to the Doge’s Palace by selecting the upgrade option at time of booking. With this option learn about the Higher Council Hall, the Doge's apartments, and the Bridge of Sighs as you explore. Please note that there may be a break of up to 1 hour between your Doge’s Palace tour and your exclusive After Hour Visit, due to temporary earlier closing time at the Doge’s Palace. Your guide in this case will provide bar/restaurant recommendations
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Escape the city and spend a day in the Dolomite Mountains on a full-day trip from Venice! With an expert driver-guide to tell you all about the region, you’ll see one of the area’s finest lake, Lake Misurina, headed up by the heart-stopping Tre Cime di Lavaredo peaks from various viewpoints. Enjoy lunch in a traditional ‘trattoria’ (own expense), soak up the scenery on a bracing mountain walk, and then enjoy free time to explore the chic ski resort town of Cortina d’Ampezzo. In winter months the Dolomites Day tour from Venice will feature Cortina, the picturesque Braies Lake and San Candido, one of the most beautiful South Tyrolean villages in the Dolomites. Numbers are limited to 8 on this small-group tour, ensuring you’ll see the best of the Dolomites with personalized attention from your driver-tour escort.
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This tour pairs Venice’s two most important landmarks with a 30-minute shared gondola ride. Use timed entry tickets to enter St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace with an expert guide. Learn fascinating details as you explore, from the basilica’s mosaics to the palace’s political history and prison passages. Finally, board a shared gondola, for a classic and memorable Venetian experience.
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Airport pickups, point-to-point transfers, and city transport

Get around Venice with unlimited access to Vaporetti (water buses), Lido and the lagoon islands, and access the ACTV buses in Mestre and Marghera.
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Want to see Venice like a local, but don't want to invest in a gondola?
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Buy your one-way or roundtrip Alilaguna transport ticket from Marco Polo Airport to Venice city center.
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Bring your vacation in Venice to a smooth, stress-free end by booking this shared departure transfer by water taxi from central Venice or Venice Lido to Venice Marco Polo Airport. Simply select an option to suit your schedule, learn the closest of the 11 boat stops to your hotel, and then, on the day hop aboard your boat at the prearranged time. Relax in the views of Venice from the water as you travel and arrive at the airport all ready to fly. It’s that easy!
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Explore Venice easily with a 75-minute ACTV ticket—unlimited travel on Vaporetti, buses, trams & People Mover. Redeem anytime within 24 months!
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The Alilaguna Boat Transfer is the best way to get between Venice Marco Polo Airport and Venice city. Forget sitting in traffic – just do what the Venetians have been doing for centuries and go by water.
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Rolling Venice is a discount card for young people between 6 and 29 years of age who want to move freely about Venice.
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Experience Venice on an exclusive small group guided tour, designed for a more personalized and enriching adventure. Skip the lines with pre-reserved tickets and maximize your precious vacation time as you uncover the city's most iconic landmarks, including the breathtaking St. Mark’s Basilica and the legendary Doge’s Palace — all in just three unforgettable hours. Let an expert local guide bring the city’s history, art, and hidden gems to life with insider stories you won’t find in any guidebook. Walk away with a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to make the most of your journey through this one-of-a-kind Italian treasure.
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Private guides, VIP access, after-hours tours, premium small-group

A 3 hours guided visit to Murano: the worldwide famous island for the glassblowing's tradition! You will enjoy the tour from an artistic, historical, and traditional point of view, admiring the artisans of this peculiar art at work! Your guide will accompany you through the discovery of the techniques of this ancient art, in a tour which includes a demonstration by the real glass craftsmen! You can also choose to attend the optional visit of San Donato’s, the splendid Church of the Island. You will enjoy also a walking tour of Murano islands to admire its picturesque square and the fascinating palaces. A great experience where you will learn the manufacture and glassblowing art.
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Experience the highlights of Venice on this exclusive 4-hour private tour, featuring the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, and a stroll through the enchanting hidden Venice (all skip-the-line tickets included)! Enjoy a private boat ride along the Grand Canal and through smaller, picturesque canals to discover a more intimate and romantic side of Venice
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Eat your way through Venice's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 6 or 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like spritz and gelato. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also discover the city, making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
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Visit the most beautiful islands of the lagoon: Murano, Burano and Torcello. A private boat tour with friendly guide and driver will let you discover the best of Venice like a local. You will reach the island of Murano with possibility either to visit a glass factory or to stroll around its quiet streets. Then you will reach Burano, a fisherman island with picturesque houses and great local biscuits. The last island of the tour will be Torcello, with the first Basilica of Venice.
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With this Exclusive Experience you will enjoy a comprehensive and engaging Tour of Venice's two most famous sites, Saint Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, and all of it in your very own Private Group with your very own Private Guide! Savor the privileges of an intimate and personalized tour, which affords you the possibility of going at your own pace, and asking all the questions you wish! Enjoy Skip-the-line access to one of the world's most famous basilicas and to Venice's most important and historical Palazzo. Highlights include the tens of thousands square feet of Golden Mosaics adorning the interior of the Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, and the scary prisons of the Doge's Palace, its impressive Gun Room and magnificent Hall of Great Council.
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Travel by private taxi boat through small canals from Venice with your guide to reach Murano Island. Visit the historical center with its 7th-century cathedral and watch a glass-blowing demonstration in a glass factory. Enjoy free time in the showrooms and a special 20% discount on purchases.
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A private experience, combining an exclusive private gondola ride with a personalized guided walking tour. Perfect for couples, families, or small groups.. 3-hour private tour: A comprehensive journey combining a serene private gondola ride for half an hour (exclusive to your group) and expert-led exploration. The Ultimate Venice Highlights: This itinerary is designed to cover almost all the major landmarks and Hidden Gems of Venice. 10-minute "Venetian Break": A short scheduled rest to relax, recharge, and soak in the local atmosphere. Personalized & Expert-led: Enjoy the full attention of a local expert guide with a flexible pace tailored to your needs. Small Group Exclusivity: Ideal for those seeking privacy; maximum of 10 guests per booking.
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Experience the irresistible charm of Venice, the “Floating City”, directly from the water. Enjoy a private gondola ride down the Grand Canal. Glide past iconic landmarks and turn into romantic side canals as your gondolier rows your traditional gondola through Venice beating heart. After your gondola ride, you can wander through the maze of alleys and get to know Venice hidden gems using our fingertip digital map. Use your mobile phone to find out more than 200 points of interest. • Romantic gondola ride gliding along the Grand Canal and the inner canals • A private ride for a more intimate experience with family or friends • Convenient departure near Saint Mark’s Square on the Grand Canal • Skip-the-line gondola ride thanks to the advance booking
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Editorial guides written for Venice trip planning
Common questions about booking Venice experiences through SimilarTours
You can wander and find plenty on your own, but a guide saves you time decoding the maze of streets and helps you skip the crushing crowds at major sites. Many people book private guides for at least part of their stay, especially if they want to know the story behind what they're seeing.
Popular full-day boat tours and private experiences fill quickly in peak season (April-October), so book at least 2-4 weeks ahead if you're traveling then. Off-season (November-March) is more flexible, though fewer operators run tours.
Most visitors do - 9 to 11-day tours linking Venice, Florence, and Rome are the standard. If you want to venture further, private tours can take you to the Dolomites, Lake Como, or even into Austria, though check travel time expectations before you go.
Water taxis and vaporettos (public boats) are your only options - there are no cars. Private boat tours and transfers let you avoid the queues, though they cost more than public transport.
Yes - several operators run private bus and water taxi combinations from Venice hotels to nearby cruise ports like Trieste and Chioggia, which beats the hassle of figuring it out yourself on departure day.
The narrow bridges and water-based transport make Venice genuinely challenging for wheelchairs and limited mobility. Check with operators before booking about specific routes and water taxi accessibility options.
May-June and September-October offer the best balance of weather and smaller crowds. July-August is hot and packed; November-February is quiet but grey and occasionally floods. Check your tour operator's seasonal schedule before you go.
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Venice is a city built on water, where you navigate by boat instead of car and every corner reveals another canal, basilica, or hidden square. Most visitors combine it with Florence and Rome on longer trips, though plenty come just for the lagoon itself. You'll find everything from full-day luxury boat tours on mahogany speedboats to private transfers that whisk you between Venice and nearby ports or into the Dolomites. Day trips to Ravenna, Verona, and the Euganean Parks are popular for those who want to break up time in the city. Whether you're after a small group experience or a private guide, the real Venice happens when you get off the main tourist drag.
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