Itinerary
- Ponte di Rialto: Your tour starts at ground level with a guided walking tour of the city's most famous and most interesting sights. See the Rialto Bridge and learn about Venice's food culture at the Rialto Fish Market. Along the way hear tales of famous Venetians like Marco Polo as well as how Venice came to be—and how it survived against the odds.
(1 hour if Express option selected) - Sightseeing & Photo Stop
- Sightseeing & Photo Stop
- Canal Grande: As your walking tour ends, take a gondola ride and cruise along the Grand Canal and into the quieter back canals of the city with a maximum of 5 people per vessel.
- Venice: Pause for a break. While it's not included in the tour, your guide will share plenty of great recommendations on where to grab a coffee and a snack.
- Basilica di San Marco: After a short break for a snack on your own, reconvene at St. Mark's Square. With pre-reserved skip-the-line tickets, you'll enter St. Mark's Basilica to explore its stunning history, architecture, and art with your guide. Get up close to the beautiful gold mosaics with special first-floor access.
(Excluded from Express option) - Doge's Palace: Then it's on to Venice's other top sight—the Doge's Palace. Skip the line with pre-reserved tickets and enjoy the benefit of having an expert local guide as you navigate council rooms, audience halls, and masterpieces by Veronese and Tintoretto.
- Bridge Of Sighs: Sightseeing & Photo Stop
Includes
- Gondola Ride
- Pre-reserved ticket to the Doge's Palace (25 €)
- Local English-speaking guide
- 8:15am & 8:30am tours only: Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (6 €)
- Expertly guided walking tour with headset
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Lunch
- 9:00 AM departure does NOT visit St. Mark's Basilica
Details
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 (8:15am & 8:30am tours only) and gaze in awe at the stunning gold mosaics. Finally, enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge’s Palace. This small-group tour is limited to 20 people ensuring a personalized experience. If you're short on time, be sure to select the Express option when booking to explore these iconic sites (excluding St. Mark's Basilica) in even less time.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- If access is restricted due to private events inside St. Mark's Basilica and/or Doge's Palace, we cannot be held responsible. This is a situation beyond our control. No refund will be issued.
- In case of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather (heavy rain, strong wind, high tide) conditions that prevent the gondola ride from taking place or any operational or safety reasons beyond our control it may be substituted for another experience, but no refund will be provided.
- This tour is non-refundable. All guests must supply their full name and date of birth that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Should you fail to provide these, your reservation will be canceled. Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Marks Basilica. Name changes are not permitted.
- 8:15am & 8:30am tours only: Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica
- 9am Express tour: Skip-the-line ticket for St. Mark's Basilica
