Doge's Palace: Priority Entrance (Exclusive Refundable Ticket)
Save precious time and skip the long lines to the former seat of power in Venice. Enjoy fast-track entry to the magnificent Doge’s Palace and wander through its extraordinary halls and corridors at your own pace. Admire the grand chambers adorned with masterpieces by great Venetian artists and cross the Bridge of Sighs from the inside to reach the historic prisons where criminals were once held, including the famous Giacomo Casanova.
With the same ticket, you can also visit the nearby Royal Palace, now Correr Museum, overlooking St. Mark’s Square. Discover how Venice became one of the most powerful maritime republics while exploring rooms such as the Napoleon Ballroom and the boudoir of Empress Sissi, as well as the famous 1500 map of Venice by Jacopo de’ Barbari.
Your ticket also includes access to the Monumental Rooms of the Marciana Library and the National Archaeological Museum, home to an important collection of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures and classical artifacts.
Duration: 1–3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Skip the line
Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour
Cruise through Venice’s culinary heart with a food tour in Cannaregio and explore its hidden gems, like the historic Jewish Ghetto. Experience a progressive lunch or dinner that takes you through the diverse styles of Venetian cuisine.
Venice is so much more than beautiful canals: escape the crowded tourist spots and wonder through quieter alleys, where the true essence of Venetian life unfolds, cicchetti and all. As you savor each dish and drink, uncover the centuries-old influences that have crafted the distinct flavors of Venice.
Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Private Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal with Chilled Prosecco
Step aboard your private gondola and discover Venice from its most iconic perspective.
After meeting your local host near St. Mark’s Square, you’ll be escorted to your gondola where your private experience begins.
Glide through a beautiful section of the Grand Canal surrounded by magnificent Venetian palaces before entering quieter canals that reveal the authentic charm of the city away from the busiest tourist routes.
During your ride, relax with a chilled bottle of Italian Prosecco included for your group while your experienced gondolier navigates through centuries of Venetian history.
Whether you’re celebrating a romantic occasion or simply want to experience one of Venice’s greatest traditions, this private gondola ride offers an unforgettable atmosphere.
Duration: 40 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Fall in Love: Private Romantic Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal
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
Duration: 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Venetian Carnival Mask Making Class in Venice, Italy
If you want to live a real experience in the heart of Venice that's the right choice!
A Venetian Mask Maker will explain to you, in 1 hour course, the traditional art of decorating a mask, an artistic personal event which will make you live the preparation for the Venetian Carnival.
Create your own unique masterpiece and following your artistic streak, a special memory of an amazing experience and keep your artistic creation of the most emblematic icon of Venice!
An unconventional and handcrafted moment to live with your family or friends!
Duration: 1 hr 15 min
- Free cancellation
Venice: St. Mark's Basilica Optional Tour with Doge's Palace
Uncover the magic of Venice on a captivating journey through its most iconic landmarks and hidden artistic treasures. Walk in the footsteps of ancient rulers as you explore the grand Doge’s Palace, once the seat of Venetian power and justice.
Pause at the legendary Bridge of Sighs, a poignant symbol of Venice’s past, and hear stories of prisoners, justice, and fate.
Step inside the awe-inspiring St. Mark’s Basilica, a dazzling masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. Marvel at glittering gold mosaics and timeless religious icons. Your adventure concludes with a special visit to an authentic Murano glass workshop.
Duration: 2 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Venice by Night Catamaran Cruise
Enjoy the magic of the lagoon by night on a spacious luxury catamaran, with a glass of spritz or prosecco in your hand, and to the sounds of a gentle tenor saxophone. You will still experience the afterglow colours of the Venetian sunset before the night takes over. It cannot get more romantic than this!
- 90 minutes tour of the lagoon
- Ample space for sitting, lying, walking about
- Large bar offering of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. One free
- Two toilets on board (Dyson)
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
From Venice: Prosecco Wine Region Tour with 2 Tastings
Meet your Prosecco wine expert in Venice and start this relaxing experience in the countryside. Along the way you'll see local Prosecco grapes, luxuriant and fascinating vineyards and the beautiful hills that are part of the UNESCO patrimony.
Enter the Prosecco valley and reach the first traditional winery.
Here, the winemaker will tell you about the story of the family-run production and, during a tasting session, you'll discover the fresh and elegant flavors of this wine. To complete the experience, you'll also enjoy a light lunch with typical and seasonal products of the area.
After taking some beautiful pictures of the hills and vineyards you will depart to see the second winery where you will meet the producer who will tell you about the Charmat method to create the Prosecco and learn about the history of this famous and fruity wine. After the visit, enjoy a second wine tasting session and compare the aromas of the wines.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
St. Mark's Basilica: Golden Cathedral Priority Visit (Refundable)
Embark on a guided tour of one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks: the magnificent Saint Mark’s Basilica. With an expert guide, discover the rich history of the Golden Basilica, famous for its breathtaking gold mosaics.
For an enhanced experience, you can add the terrace option and admire panoramic views over Saint Mark’s Square and the lagoon.
The journey continues with an immersive virtual reality experience, transporting you back in time to see the Basilica as the Doge’s private chapel and the Palace as a medieval fortress.
For even more exclusivity, choose the private tour option and enjoy a personal guide dedicated to making your visit unforgettable.
Duration: 30 min – 1 hr 30 min
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Murano Glass Factory Experience: A Workshop in Venice
Meet your assistant from city center get on board on a private watertaxi and reach Murano island admiring Rialto bridge and the Grand Canal. Enjoy a performance of an expert glass Master, modelling glass with blowing techniques. Learn about the glass tradition during your workshop and choose between mosaic or glass beads jewelry . Visit the Gallery with private colleccion.
Return to city center by private watertaxi
Duration: 1 hour – 2 hr 20 min
- Free cancellation
Doge’s Palace & Optional St. Mark’s Basilica Fast Access Tour
Discover a guided tour through Venice's iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in the city's rich history and culture. Begin at the Doge's Palace, the heart of Venetian authority, then cross the historic Bridge of Sighs.
Explore the magnificent Basilica of San Marco with its breathtaking 9th-century mosaics.
Finally, uncover the secrets of Murano glassmaking at a historic factory near St. Mark's Square.
Duration: 2 hours
- Likely to sell out
Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People
Enjoy a comprehensive and engaging tour of Venice's two most famous sites, Saint Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, in an intimate group of only 6 people. Savor the privileges of an intimate tour with skip-the-line access to one of the world's most famous basilicas and journey through Venice's most historical landmarks accompanied, all by a local, expert and professional guide.
Highlights include the breathtaking views from the Bridge of Sighs, and the scary prisons of the Doge's Palace, its impressive Gun Room and magnificent Hall of Great Council.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Skip the line
Venice's Best Seller: Basilica & Doge, Gondola + Casanova Lunch
Experience the Magic of Venice with Our Venice Grand Tour
Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of St. Mark’s Basilica, where stunning golden mosaics and intricate frescoes tell stories that span centuries. Our local experts will guide you through this architectural marvel.
Next, step into the grandeur of Doge's Palace. This blend of art and history will transport you back in time, making you feel like a character in your own Venetian adventure.
Enjoy an unforgettable Rialto Bridge walking tour in the city center.
Finally, upgrade your visit with a breathtaking gondola ride along romantic venetian canals. Glide past historic landmarks and soak in the panoramic views that have inspired countless artists and dreamers.
Reserve your spot today and embark on an unforgettable Venice journey that combines history, culture, and stunning scenery.
Duration: 5–6 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Venice Food Tour with 6+ Tastings with Cicchetti, Spritz & More
Experience Venice like a local with our immersive food tour through the city’s charming cannaregio and bacari wine bars. Guided by Venetians, you’ll taste 6+ authentic dishes that reveal the city’s rich culinary traditions. Savor a traditional Venetian Pizzetta., indulge in a variety of cicchetti including the must-try baccalà mantecato, and enjoy a tender Venetian meatball paired with a glass of wine. Sample a hearty Venetian pasta dish, and finish with a luscious tiramisù. Along the way, uncover hidden corners, hear stories of Venice’s history and culture, and enjoy our exclusive Secret Dish. More than just a meal, this tour is your gateway into the flavors, traditions, and local life of Venice.
Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Venice Private Walking Tour with a Local
Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Venice through the eyes of a local.
With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would.
Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.
Duration: 2–6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Venice Food Tasting Tour and 30 minute Gondola Ride
Why choose between Venice’s incredible food and its most iconic experience when you can have both? Taste 10 delicious cicchetti, discover the stories and traditions behind every bite, and enjoy enough food for lunch or dinner. Then experience Venice throught its most magical perspective: a full 30-minute shared gondola ride through its iconic canals.
Come hungry and leave having experienced Venice from both sides : through its food, its traditions and its famous canals.
Duration: 2 hours – 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Best of Venice Private Tour: St. Mark's Doge Palace Gondola Ride
Enjoy an exclusive tour of Venice with a private expert guide, and make the most of this incredible city and see all of the highlights. Begin in Saint Mark's Square for a perfect view of Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, the private chapel of the dukes of Venice until the 19th century. Get privileged access, and skip the long lines to enter the grand basilica and enjoy up-close views of the golden mosaics. Then skip the lines to the Doge's Palace to travel through 7 centuries of history as you see the palace prisons and court rooms, and stop on the Bridge of Sighs to see the last view of Venice that prisoners saw before they were locked in their cells. Your guide will then give recommendations for lunch, and after a short break continue your tour. Walk to the covered Rialto Bridge and discover the house where Marco Polo once lived. Go to the Renaissance church of the Campo Santa Maria Formosa, where you will end your perfect day true Venetian style in a private gondola ride
Duration: 4 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace with Secret Passages Access
A visit to Venice wouldn’t be the same without delving into its long and fascinating history as the world’s oldest republic. Go beyond the traditional route, stepping behind the scenes of the Doge’s Palace to explore the secret archives, offices, torture chambers, and the palace attic, home to top-security prison cells, including that of the famed Casanova! Finish next door at St. Mark's Basilica, combining a visit to Venice's top landmarks in one seamless tour.
Duration: 3 hours
- Skip the line
Private Gondola with Private Walking Tour In Heart of Venice
Experience the soul of Venice in an exclusive 2-hour journey, featuring a 90-minute private walking tour of iconic highlights and mysterious hidden gems, followed by a 30-minute private Gondola ride.
Want a deeper dive? You can also choose our extended option, which includes a full 2-hour private walking tour alongside the 30-minute private Gondola ride.
Discover how this floating masterpiece was built on wooden piles through stories you won’t find elsewhere. It’s a seamless, private immersion into the history and magic of the Floating City.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Venice Skip the Line Basilica and Doges Palace Tour
Skip the long lines and dive into Venice's rich history with priority access to St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. This ticket offers immediate entry to these monumental sites, where you can explore the stunning mosaics of the Basilica and the opulent rooms of the Palace. Discover the iconic Bridge of Sighs and the eerie New Prisons, delving into tales of Venice’s past. Enhance your visit with optional guided tours or audio guides to enrich your experience in the Museums of St. Mark's Square, making this a must-have for any traveler in Venice.
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Colibri Boat Tour Venice: Private Tour in the Venice Lagoon
Book a RELAXING and ROMANTIC tour that will remain in your memories. This unique experience will last about 50 magical minutes in which we will visit the southern lagoon of Venice including Bacino S.Marco and then we enter the Giudecca islands where you will admire breathtaking views and unique sunsets accompanied.
This experience is recommended for everyone : single and engaged couples.
On request we can schedule tours and transfers with itineraries to your liking such as:
• Islands: Murano-Burano-Torcello
• Lido-Pellestrina-Chioggia
• Punta Sabbioni - Cavallino Treporti
For info contact me in private
Meeting point :
Fondamenta Bonlini, 1112, 30123 Venezia VE
Duration: 50 min – 51 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Private Guided Tour
Explore Venice’s two most iconic landmarks with an expert private guide, uncovering the history, legends, and artistic treasures hidden within St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. This experience provides a deep dive into the heart of the Venetian Republic, revealing the grandeur and political intrigue that shaped the city for centuries.
Step inside St. Mark’s Basilica, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, where golden mosaics and opulent treasures, including the Pala d’Oro, reflect Venice’s powerful past. Then, enjoy the panoramic views from the Loggia dei Cavalli, where the famous bronze horses overlook Piazza San Marco.
At the Doge’s Palace, walk through halls adorned with Renaissance masterpieces, learn about the city’s government, and cross the legendary Bridge of Sighs—a poignant passage to the New Prisons.
With personalized commentary and skip-the-line access, this private tour ensures a seamless, and unforgettable journey through Venice’s most treasured sites.
Duration: 3 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Venice Private Tour - Custom Experience with Local Guide
Experience Venice like a local on a private, fully customizable walking tour.
Skip the crowded tourist spots and explore hidden corners, quiet canals, secret courtyards, and charming neighborhoods loved by Venetians. Your guide will share insider tips, local favorites, and stories you won’t find in guidebooks. Personalize your itinerary to match your interests and enjoy a truly unique experience.
Your guide can even meet you at your accommodation, saving you time and hassle.
• Explore Venice at your own pace on a private tour tailored to you
• Discover hidden gems that most visitors never see
• Enjoy the full attention of your guide, who adapts the experience to your curiosity
• Visit only the places that interest you, for a truly personal adventure
Duration: 2–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
