VENICE
The best of Venice, in order.
The 15 most popular 2-hour experiences in Venice. The ones worth your hours in a city you cross on foot and by water, with prices, run times and who to book each with.
A private 2-hour Venice canal cruise mixing the Grand Canal with quieter backstreets, the Jewish Ghetto walk, and views of the Arsenal.
Most Popular“Our first tour of the trip! After landing in Venice all the way from the states, we were so grateful for this relaxing orientation to venice. We got so much information and understand the city better!”
Premium 2-hour Venice canal kayak tour: small group, expert guide, lagoon views, photo service, and a souvenir bottle.
“This was the best part of my trip would recommend to everyone travelling to Venice as a different way of seeing the city! It is an experience I will never forget and wish I could do it all over again.”
A 2-hour private walk through St. Mark’s Square with basilica entry via terrace and museum, plus Bell Tower sights and the Bridge of Sighs.
“Great tour guide, Elisabetha explained the old and new Venice to us in a varied and exciting way. Bravo!”
Paddle Venice’s Venetian Lagoon at sunset on a 2-hour guided night kayak tour. Small group, gear included, and lagoon wildlife lessons.
“A very unique experience. It’s interesting to be in control of your own craft in the canals. The guides are super knowledgeable and tell you all about the history of Venice and point out unique buildings and features you might otherwise overlook like secluded palaces and boat works.”
Private 2-hour walking tour in Venice covering St Mark’s Square, Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace, canals, lagoon views, and more.
Family-friendly private Venice tour for up to 6 with a kid treasure hunt, tailored sights, and local tips for an easy first day.
“We took a private tour with Lucia upon arriving in Venice and we’re so glad we did. Lucia is so friendly, very knowledgeable and informative and has great communication. She took my family of 6 on a 3 hour tour which combined a boat ride and walking, while playing a fun scavenger hunt game. We…”
Escape Venice crowds on a 2-hour private walk through Cannaregio & Castello: Marco Polo’s house, San Zanipolo, cicchetti.
“The kindness, the cheerfulness, the competence of Argentina, everything was wonderful 😊”
Two-hour private Venice walk from Rialto to San Marco with Alessandro: Rialto market, Fondaco dei Tedeschi, Acqua alta library, St Mark’s skip-the-line.
“Alessandro is a local guide with real love and enthusiasm for his city of Venice. History, architecture, art, the beautiful churches and small details of each street and neighbourhood made the city come alive. Two hours flew by! Whether this is your first trip or you’re returning for more - I’m sure that a tour…”
A 2-hour private Venice photo walk with a pro photographer, secluded streets, famous sights, and 1-on-1 coaching using your phone or camera.
“Stefano really knows Venice and great locations to photograph. He also shares technical knowledge about cameras and composition.”
Private 2-hour Doge’s Palace tour with priority tickets and a live guide. Skip lines, use headsets, and learn fresco stories.
“The guide responded very well to our individual wishes.”
Private 2-hour Venice photo walk with a pro photographer. Learn framing and phone tips, visit three neighborhoods, and get portraits.
“This tour was a wonderful experience.. Stefano was inspiring and informative and led us to some amazing photographs. He shared his love and knowledge of Venice with us. We will treasure the photos we took with his help, and the memories from this incredible tour.”
2-hour private Rialto walking tour with a gondola ride, free sights, and lagoon views led by a local guide in English.
“Elisa was an excellent host. She was very knowledgeable and friendly and knew the city extremely well”
A private 2-hour Venice walk through Rialto and San Polo to Frari Basilica, with tailored stories, market views, and Renaissance art.
“Our guide was terrific. Very knowledgeable and fun to talk with.”
Private 2-hour Accademia Gallery tour in Venice with an official English guide and ticket included. See key artworks your way.
“An excellent art guide. We were a group of 4 art guides and she tailored the tour to our level us. We enjoyed enormously and learned so much.”
Kids visit Carlo Goldoni’s historic home, see an Arlecchino puppet scene, then paint a papier-mâché Venetian mask to take home.
“Omg Paula at the Mask workshop. You are an angel. And Anna Maria’s ability to keep our kids engaged during the first hour. That said… no puppet show. Just a tour. It was amazing but a little confusion as we thought there was a show and not a tour of a gallery.”
The basilica, the islands, the canals and the table, and every way to see them.
