Venice Tours

Imagine the audacity of building a city of marble palaces on a lagoon and that was only the start. Never was a thoroughfare so aptly named as the Grand Canal, reflecting the glories of centuries of Venetian architecture in the 50 palazzi and six churches lining its banks. At the end of Venice’s signature S-shaped waterway, the Palazzo Ducale and Basilica di San Marco add double exclamation points. But wait until you see what’s hiding in the narrow backstreets: neighbourhood churches lined with Veroneses and priceless marbles, convents graced with ethereal Bellinis, Tiepolo’s glimpses of heaven on homeless-shelter ceilings, and a single Titian painting that mysteriously lights up an entire basilica.

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Must-do In Venice

Venice Gondola Ride

1 Italy’s famous Floating City Venice sits on a network of 26 beautifully situated canals. There are no cars allowed on the winding, Renaissance-era streets, so exploring the city by the water is the best and unique way to tour and explore the city. The mythic cobbled Old City viewed from the water on a gondola ride is unforgettable, and a must do when visiting Venice.

Venice Walking Tours

2 Venice Walking Tours will take you to explore the hidden corners of the city with a local guide and have the benefit of their local knowledge. Strolling along with a small group or on a private tour to the city square of Campo Santa Margherita and the Scuola Grande di San Rocco is fantastic. Walk over the famous Rialto Bridge as you make your way to St. Marc's Square a must do tour.

The Grand Canal Venice City Tour

3 The Grand Canal City tour runs through central Venice for over four kilometres by dividing into two parts. If you want to look and admire the city from a different point of view, take a custom private Venice tour of the Grand Canal. As the boat moves slowly towards Piazza San Marco, passing beautiful historic buildings and going under creative bridges, you can understand why Venice has always been one of the most favourite cities in the world.  

Saint Mark’s Basilica Tour

4 Take a guided tour to see St. Mark’s Basilica which is the most famous of Venice’s churches. It is a fine example of Byzantine architecture and situated off the Grand Canal and overlooks Piazza San Marco. See the oldest exterior mosaic in the world, whose subject is ‘ The Translation of the Body of St. Mark’ or the free-standing columns finely carved in Byzantine style and many other magnificent treasures. It is a great place to visit.

Private Boat Tour of Murano, Burano & Torcello Islands

5 Journey around the Venetian lagoon, enjoying breathtaking views over the St. Mark's Basin to the Burano and Torcello Islands. The first stop of the tour will be Murano Island the island of Burano, famous for its colourful houses and peaceful atmospheres. The last stop of the tour will be the quiet and green island of Torcello, a little island suspended between mystical tales and the ruins of a glorious past not many people are aware of.

Venice Afternoon Tour & Gondola Ride

6 This tour will take you to the Calli region with a professional tour guide around the heart of Venice City. Then as you travel through Venice, it's onto St. Mark’s Square and visits the Doge’s Palace. Then enter the majestic Golden Basilica and admire the beautiful golden mosaics and the marble inlay floor and artworks. End your private afternoon day tour with a beautiful and charming shared Gondola ride through the Venetian Canals.

Bridge of Sighs Group Venice Walking Tour

7 Another impressive bridge in the city of Venice that is very popular especially on Venice Walking Tours. Its curved structure is suspended over the Rio di Palazzo and a notorious trademark in the city. It is a symbol of romance with many couples taking a private tour by gondola down the narrow canal looking up at this beautiful covered bridge. The emblem on the bridge shows it was built between the 16th and 17th century.

Ghosts & Legends of Venice on an Evening Walking Tour

8 This evening Venice tour will take you along an unusual walk after dark. Off the beaten track and delve into some of the most suggestive corners of Venice, listening to tales and legends about its present and past. See how a city completely changes from day and night. This tour is the right opportunity to explore Venice as you would never expect to, discovering its beauty and charm and secrets on this Venice City night Legends tour.

Venice National Archaeological Museum Tour

9 Take a guided tour of the National Archaeological Museum which was established in 1523 and located on the Piazzo San Marco. It is not surprising that since 1523 it has gathered a number objects with many things being donated by wealthy Venetian families. There are displays of marbles, ceramics, coins and loads more from Neolithic to Roan age with rooms that are dedicated to Roman portraits in marble.

Venice Rialto Bridge Walking Tour

10 While on a Venice city tour, stroll over Rialto Bridge which is the most famous and oldest of all bridges in Venice. It spans across the Grand Canal and was originally a simple bridge of boats, then a wooden bridge before becoming the stone arch bridge that took three years to contract and finally finished in 1591, It is one the most visited tourist attractions in Venice and a must see on all City tours.

Travel Tips for Venice

Best Time To Visit Venice

The best time to visit Venice will all depend on your preferences; If it is a sun-soaked holiday beside the pool or on the beach then anytime during the summer months is for you. If you are more interested in sightseeing or want to do more activities then April, May, September and early October are better-suited weather wise. Those months are also ideal months for going on private tours as they are less crowded and cheaper.

Typical Costs in Venice

The prices of food, drink and accommodation may vary slightly within Italy, but there are always good places to find that are reasonable. On average you are looking at a B&B for one night for around 22Euro offseason and 40Euro peak season. There are lots of small restaurants the will do great deals for early bird meals. For private tours, the prices again will vary depending on the time of the year you are looking to go on one.

Know Before Visiting Venice

Always do good research on the destination you are travelling to and book any private tour you can before travelling. Keep all valuables in a safe place and only carry enough money to do you for the day. When carrying money be aware of your surroundings, it does not matter what country you are. Drink bottled water to be on the safe side and always check that the cap is sealed before opening it. Never walk alone at night in dark streets.

Weather in Venice

Italy has a typical Mediterranean climate which means that it is cool in the winter with a good bit of rainfall. The northern mountainous areas have snowfalls that can be extreme during January. In Southern Italy however, the temperature rarely drops to freezing in the winter. The summer months are very hot with temperatures rising to 32-degree Celsius or higher. Spring and Autumn's months have lovely warm days and chilly nights.

Travel Tips for Venice

Best Time To Visit Venice

Typical Costs in Venice

Know Before Visiting Venice

Weather in Venice

Can you do Venice in 3 days?

3 full days in Venice is the perfect amount of time to explore the city. You'll need 2 days to see the major attractions including Doge's Palace, Saint Mark's Basilica and Bridge of Sighs. Also, you'll have to dedicate one full day to Murano and Burano – most interesting islands in the Venetian lagoon.

How much are gondola rides in Venice?

Standard gondola rides in Venice have a fixed cost of 80 euros for a private 25-30 minutes tour. At night, however, the cost of a gondola ride is 120 euros for a private 25-30 minutes tour. If you desire to stay longer, tell the gondolier and ask for the price before the start of the tour.

Is Venice expensive to visit?

Venice is more expensive than some places but that is to be expected as getting things in and around has extra logistical challenges. We've been going for over 20 years and only paid near those prices for special drinks in St Mark's Square which we expected.

Does Venice smell?

Contrary to what other tourists say, Venice doesn't smell at all. If anything, you'll smell salt water in the canals. Some say though that during summer when water levels are lower in smaller canals they can smell a bit. Other than that, Venice stays odor-free.

Can you swim in Venice canals?

So, can you swim in the Venice canals? The simple answer is: no, you are not allowed to swim in the Venice canals, nor in any other place in the historic center of Venice.

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