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Murano, Burano and Torcello Day sightseeing tour

clock 4 hours
  • A half day boat trip to visit 3 of Venice\'s islands, Murano, Burano, and Torcello.
  • Spend approximately 45 minutes on each island. Read more
  • A multilingual guide gives information during your boat journey.

    • What You'll Do:

  • See a glass blowing demonstration in Murano with free time to shop and explore.
  • See the lace making and colourful painted houses in Burano.
  • Visit Torcello cathedral and other architectural sites.

    • What It Includes:

  • Return boat trip from Venice to the 3 islands.
  • Glass blowing demonstration on Murano.
  • Commentary onboard from an English speaking guide.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Excellent, well paced and plenty to see.
  • The photo opportunities were plentiful and it gave us a good opportunity to do a bit of cruising on the water without having to fork out a small fortune.
  • This was a very nice tour of some of the islands of Venice. I truly recommend it.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great way to get an overview of the top 3 outer islands in Venice.
  • Perfect if you\'re limited on time but still want to see the highlights of these iconic locations.
  • A photographer\'s dream, Burano particularly!
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Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands Public Cruise from Venice

clock 4 hours 30 minutes
  • What you may not know is that Venice is more than just one piece of land, in fact the city of Venice is made up of many small islands located on the lagoon.
  • This is a half-day tour to visit 3 of these islands. Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Cruise across the Venice Lagoon to visit beautiful Venetian Islands.
  • See how glass in blown and how lace is made.
  • Enjoy free time on each island.

    • What It Includes:

  • Transport by boat.
  • Live onboard guide.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Although this is a whistle stop tour of the Venetian Islands most travellers have left positive reviews and would recommend the excursion.
  • Customers mention that Murano is worth a visit if you want to pick up real Venetian glass.

    • Is It Right:

  • If you want to see more of Venice than St. Mark's Square then this tour is right for you.
  • A family friendly excursion.
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Saint Mark and Rialto Self-Guided Tour

clock 1 to 3 hours
  • It is your independent and original way of discovering the most important part of Venice.
  • A half day text and audio guided tour so that you can explore the academic city of Saint Mark and Rialto at your own leisure. Read more
  • App based tour based on GPS (no data charges).
  • It covers more than 31 attractions around the city and you can customize your own tour.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Take a walk around the attractions around the city that appeal to you the most.
  • Spend your time at Rialto and San Marco areas
  • Take time to absorb the fascinating history of La Fenice theater, Rialto Bridge and its traditional local markets and the grandiose Accademia Bridge, history of Saint Mark's Bridge and its panoramic basin.
  • Explorer the history of Venice's myth.
  • Walk by the famous bridge of Sigh, Ponte Dei Sospiri.

    • What It Includes:

  • App on phone.
  • App guide in seven languages.
  • Well documented audio and text guide in the application.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • It's easy and customizable. Loved the freedom to explore in my own time.
  • Took to tour in the evening and it was very informative. Covered all major points in the city.
  • The app was easy to install and I received the QR code almost immediately after payment. The tour lasted for almost two hours with easy walking.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour is suitable for everyone who wants to learn Venice in the most enriching way.
  • A well documented itinerary along with the audio guide makes it easy to understand and follow the route.
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Venice: Gondola ride on Grand Canal with music and dinner

clock 2 hours 30 minutes
  • A romantic getaway in the canals of Venice.
  • Indulgent and dreamy Gondola ride with singers and musicians playing Italian songs. Read more
  • The guide takes you down the historical lane by narrating the history behind various splendid monuments and of the city in general.
  • A romantic 3-course dinner in a traditional Venetian restaurant smoothly wraps up the day.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Cruise along the canals of the romantic city on gondola.
  • The Venetian musicians, singers and the gentle swing of the boat will usher in the warm love in the air.
  • The gondola would pass through the iconic opera house and the art gallery. The guide would ensure to add up historical information about various monuments.
  • The tour would end with a 3-course meal in a traditional Venetian eating joint.

    • What It Includes:

  • Skip the line and enjoy 30 minutes of shared gondola ride.
  • Commentary by a guide with a mobile app or brochure.
  • Live music with singers for small groups.
  • Dinner at Venetian restaurant.
  • Multilingual assistance at the meeting point.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The gondola ride and the music was actually great.
  • The ride provided a unique way of looking at the architectural marvels.

    • Is It Right:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers or wheelchair users.
  • Kids " friendly itinerary.
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Teatro La Fenice Tour in Venice

clock 1 hour
  • A convenient fast-track entrance ticket to the La Fenice Opera House.
  • A chance to explore inside a world-famous 18th century theatre. Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Skip the queue to La Fenice Opera House.
  • Tour the lavishly decorated interior at your own pace.
  • Gaze down at the stage from the Royal Box, marvel at the grand Foyer and visit the Apollonian Halls.
  • Learn about Maria Callus, one of the greatest opera singers of the 19th century, in an exhibition dedicated to her life and music.

    • What It Includes:

  • Skip the line entry.
  • Admission fee.
  • Multilingual audio guide (or live guide is selected).

    • Travellers Talk:

  • This attraction if one of the top 20 things to see and do on Trip Advisor.
  • Visitors have described the theatre as magnificent and beautiful.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour is perfect for theatre fans, artists and music lovers.
  • Ideal for people who prefer to take relaxed self-guided tours.
  • An ideal attraction for people with limited time in the city, this is not a huge attraction so you should only need 1-2 hours to visit.
  • Suitable for both adults and children.
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Grand Canal venice Boat Tour

clock 1 hour
  • A 1 hour boat trip on the Grand Canal.
  • Small group tours (up to 10 people) travelling on a motorboat. Read more
  • Live commentary on all the sights you\'ll pass on the Grand Canal.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Delight in Venice\'s best and most historic scenery viewed from the water.
  • Journey along the Grand Canal plus some minor waterways.
  • Learn the history and culture of Venice from your guide.

    • What It Includes:

  • 1 hour motorboat ride.
  • Commentary from live guide.
  • Travel on the Grand Canal and minor waterways.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • I only had a short amount of time in Venice and I learned and saw so much this way!
  • Really nice to see another side of Venice from the water. Our guide was knowledgeable and full of interesting bits of information about the sights.
  • We learnt so much about Venice in such a short time. The guide was very friendly and passionate about the area.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great way to see the Grand Canal.
  • Good for first time visitors.
  • Photographers may have restricted views depending on seating and if the boat is full.
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St Mark's Basilica And Doge's Palace Skip line Tour

clock 2 hours
  • St. Mark's Basilica the one of the most photographed cathedrals in all of Italy.
  • Built on a series of islands on a muddy lagoon, the construction is a work of architectural genius. Read more
  • Next door is the equally remarkable Doge's Palace.
  • On this tour you will get to visit both with an expert guide.

    • What You'll Do:

    Take a guided tour the two most popular attractions in Venice.
  • Browse the richly decorated halls of the Doge's Palace and admire the golden interior of St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Save yourself hours of your holiday time by skipping the entrance lines.

    • What It Includes:

  • Professional tour guide.
  • Fast-track entrance.
  • Admissions fees.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers have left high praise for this tour.
  • Comment's mentions that there are usually huge queues to these attractions and that the tour saves you a lot of time by skipping the line.

    • Is It Right:

  • If you have an interest in history, architecture, art or religion, or if you have a short time in the city.
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Venice Walking Tour with Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Basilica Skip-the-line

clock 3 hours 30 minutes
  • San Marco District is the most popular area in Venice but few tourists actually leave the main square.
  • This is an opportunity to tour the streets around San Marco Square as well as visiting the cities top 2 attractions. Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Tour the San Marco district with an experienced local guide.
  • Visit the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica.
  • Don't waste time waiting in line.

    • What It Includes:

  • Entrance fees.
  • Skip the line.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Walking tour.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • There are mostly positive reviews for this half-day tour.
  • Comment's point out that fast track entrance will save you a lot of time so this is useful if you're on a city break.

    • Is It Right:

  • Right for people interested in learning about the city.
  • Family friendly and good for individual travellers.
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Skip the Line Doge's Palace Tour

clock 1 hour
  • The Doge's Palace was once the home of Venetian politics and it was in this very building that the richest merchants of Venice lived.
  • This is a compact tour which will introduce you to the history of this building. Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Learn about the root of the Venetian Empire and hear the stories of the former political palace.
  • Stroll through elaborately decorated halls and visit the musky dungeons.
  • Book your tour and head directly to the Doge's Palace entrance.

    • What It Includes:

  • Skip the line entrance ticket.
  • 60-minute guided tour.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers have left very good reviews for this tour which implies that it is defiantly worth the money.
  • Comments frequently describe the tour as "fantastic " and "brilliant".

    • Is It Right:

  • Right for people with an interest in history, art and politics.
  • A convenient tour for visitors on a short stay in Venice.
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St. Mark's Basilica Skip the Line Tour

clock 1 hour
  • Have you ever seen the hordes of people who descend upon St. Mark's Basilica, waiting for hours to enter the sacred site?
  • This magic ticket saves you the trouble of waiting in a very long line. Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Choose your time to visit when you make the booking.
  • Go directly to the entrance and get inside the stunning cathedral.
  • Use your extra time to fully explore the cathedral with your guide.

    • What It Includes:

  • Skip the line entrance ticket.
  • Guided tour.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Some comments have said that this is a "must-see " for everyone who visits Venice.
  • The skip the line guided tour has high ratings and travellers say that this is a lovely way to see the cathedral.

    • Is It Right:

  • St. Mark's Basilica is essential for people with a passion for history, architecture and art, or an interest in Catholicism.
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First time in Venice

clock 2 hours 30 minutes
  • First visitors will love this tour!
    Experience Venice with a native is the way to go! my experience will give you really the best chance for you to see as much as possible in 3 hours ! Try it!
    Saint Marrk square, Rialto, the off the beaten paths areas, the lovely corners, the impressive palaces... Come to see Venice with...Read more
from$108.48

Discovering Venice walking tour

clock 3 hours
  • Piazza San Marco with its majestic Basilica, the Doge's Palace, the Procuratie, the Bridge of Sighs, the Rialto Bridge ... besides being symbols of the Serenissima republic they represent its long history, its glories and greatness.

    If the San Marco district is the heart of Venice, Piazza San Marco is certainly the pulsating center....Read more
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Castle, medieval village, olive oil mill, Venetian baroque garden private tour

clock 7 to 8 hours
  • A private tour to discover the southern region of the Euganean Hills, in the Veneto region close to Venice. You will visit a medieval village, an olive oil mill, the garden of a Venetian Villa, and a guided visit of the castle in the town of...Read more
from$568.14

Cheese and wine tasting, dairy farm, estate winery, Euganean Hills

clock 8 to 9 hours
  • During this wine and food excursion, not far from Venice, you will spend a day in the Euganean Hills area. You will visit a dairy farm, a vineyard, an olive oil mill and a garden. Your lunch is proposed in a picturesque little medieval...Read more
from$489.83

Half day cruise terminal shore excursion to Padua, Venetian villas Brenta canal

clock 5 to 6 hours
  • Tour for cruise passengers from Venice port. You will visit the town of Padua, one of the most important art cities of Italy. And on the way back, you will drive along the Brenta Riviera where the Venetian nobles built their holiday...Read more
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Medieval walled towns, Palladian villa, Renaissance and Middle Ages private tour

clock 8 to 9 hours
  • Day excursion to visit the medieval walled towns of Cittadella and Castelfranco, and the Renaissance Palladian villa Emo. A tour with a professional English speaking driver and a licensed local guide to discover masterpieces of Giorgione and...Read more
from$720.35

Middle ages, castles, walled towns of Cittadella and Marostica

clock 8 to 9 hours
  • Day tour to discover the Middle Ages visiting the walled medieval towns of Cittadella and Marostica, a period of a great flowering of the social and culture life. The visit includes also a local professional guide to meet when you will get at...Read more
from$576.28

Padua, Venetian villas along Brenta riviera private full day tour with driver

clock 7 to 8 hours
  • Private tour to visit the town of Padua and one of the Venetian villas located along the Brenta riviera between Padua and Venice with a professional English speaking driver and a licensed tour guide. Cultural tour to retrace the mainland of...Read more
from$665.59

Padua, Vicenza Medieval Renaissance paintings and architecture

clock 8 to 9 hours
  • Private tour to discover greatest artists of the Italian art History: the medieval art with Giotto, Renaissance architecture treasures of Palladio and the Baroque painting of the Tiepolos. With a professional Driver and a licensed tour...Read more
from$704.50

Palladian villas, Foscari La Malcontenta, Emo, Barbaro, UNESCO World Heritage

clock 8 to 9 hours
  • This day excursion is to visit 3 masterpieces of the most important Venetian architect of the Renaissance: Andrea Palladio. The tour is focused on 3 villas that are included in the UNESCO World Heritage list and they can be visited...Read more
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