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.
“Awesome views, great experience! We enjoyed this once in a lifetime Experience. You really get a view for Venice from the canal and we were taken into the lagoon to see Venice from that vantage. Highly recommend this type of tour.”
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.
“great tour! great guide max! we had awsome moments in the lagune with the kajacs. thank you very much!”
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.
“Lucia is more then what we could have asked for. She was very good with our kids and made the sightseeing tour very interesting for them, and for us! We would highly recommend her to anyone visiting Venice!”
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 was an amazing tour guide whose passion for the city and intimate knowledge of its art, architecture, and history made our experience incredible. His command of English, knowledge of how to get around efficiently, and his sincRead more”
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 was a fabulous photographic guide. His knowledge of Venice is great. Best use of my time and money.”
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.
“Stefano was excellent. I learned so much from him and our 2 hours flew by. He is the real deal. Published through Getty and other prominent news papers. He is a great teacher and lots of fun. This was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had on a ‘tour’. Worth every penny! Mary from…”
2-hour private Rialto walking tour with a gondola ride, free sights, and lagoon views led by a local guide in English.
“Our original tour operator was not available due to an emergency, but Viator found a replacement guide for us, and she was wonderful! We had a relaxed and enjoyable tour and saw Venice in ways we would have never been able to do on our own! We enjoyed learning about the history and culture of…”
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.
“Outstanding, my favorite two hours of the trip. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. He provided the context and explained details allowing us to truly appreciate this world-class museum. Recommend doing this tour early in your trip as you have the opportunity to better appreciate art throughout the city - especially recommend the Frari…”
Kids visit Carlo Goldoni’s historic home, see an Arlecchino puppet scene, then paint a papier-mâché Venetian mask to take home.
“Somewhat "enthusiastic" staff - paint mask without decoration, a pity...would not book this activity anymore”
The basilica, the islands, the canals and the table, and every way to see them.
