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Grand Canal venice Boat Tour

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  • 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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Murano, Burano and Torcello Day sightseeing tour

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  • 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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Underground Venice

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  • During this tour you will visit an underground crypt that has been forgotten for years, illuminated by the light of a...Read more
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Experience Venice Like A Local: Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour

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  • Italy is beloved for its food and wine culture and in the city of Venice there are plenty of Cicchetti bars and wine bars to stop into.
  • This tour is a comprehensive introduction for wining and dining in Venice. Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Visit eateries and wine bars around central Venice.
  • See where the local residents go to share a spritz or glass of prosecco.
  • Taste Venetian style tapas.

    • What It Includes:

  • Bilingual guide.
  • Themed walking tour.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Traghetto ride.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers say that this is a unique and fun way to learn some of the city's history.
  • Mainly reviews recommend the tour guides.
  • It seems that most participants would recommend this tour to a friend and some have even taking it twice themselves.

    • Is It Right:

  • This tour is right for wine lovers, foodies and people looking for a sociable group tour.
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Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands Public Cruise from Venice

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  • 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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St. Mark's Basilica Skip-the-Line Guided Tour - T3

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  • 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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Venice Highlights: Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Basilica, and Walking Tour - T123

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  • 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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Saint Mark and Rialto Self-Guided Tour

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  • 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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Teatro La Fenice Tour in Venice

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  • 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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Skip the Line Venice Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Tour - T23

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  • 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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Cheese and wine tasting, dairy farm, liqueurs and spirits, Euganean Hills

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  • 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, a liqueurs shop, and a garden. Your lunch is proposed in a picturesque little medieval...Read more
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Doge's Palace Guided Visit and Secret Venice Walking Tour

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  • Discover a more intimate side of Venice on a combined 3-hour itinerary which includes a guided visit of the Doge’s Palace and a walking tour around the Rialto area. Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs and explore the lavish apartments of the Venetian Doges, then stroll picturesque streets and squares in one of the liveliest districts of...Read more
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two-hour walk from Rialto to San Marco between history, traditions and art

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  • it is a truly exciting walk through history and traditions conducted with passion and love by a guide born and lived in Venice for many...Read more
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Venice Highlights San Marco, the Basilica & Doge’s Palace

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  • Venice Highlights San Marco, the Basilica & Doge’s Palace
    The monuments of Piazza San Marco: Doges Palace and Basilica
    We will visit the political and religious center of the Serenissima Republic of Venice, St. Mark's Square and its monuments.

    Firstly the Doge's Palace, the seat of government of the Republic and
    the Doge's...Read more
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Venice Legends & Ghosts Evening Private Walking Tour

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  • A fascinating Venice by night tour discovering the abundant amount of secrets hidden within Venice, during which you will immerse yourself in the unreal and ancient atmosphere that pervades this beautiful city after dark. You will be lead through off the beaten track streets with your expert guide and be enlightened with ancient legends, ghost...Read more
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