Things to do in Venice
Murano Burano13 optionsBoat Tour Venice51 optionsDoge's Palace Tickets42 optionsVenice Walking Tour122 optionsBest Museums in Venice20 optionsSt Mark's Basilica Guided Tour37 optionsDay Trips from Venice23 optionsDolomites Hiking Tour6 optionsVenice Airport Transfer12 optionsCity Tour Venice7 optionsFood Tour Venice50 optionsGhost Tour Venice9 options
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Murano & Burano Islands Tour: Glassblowing Lacemaking Private Boat★ 4.69 (9,328) · 5h
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Venice: St. Mark's, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride Full Day★ 4.79 (4,895) · 4h–6h
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Venice: Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Early Access Tour★ 4.71 (5,945) · 2h–3h
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Venice food and wine tour: Cannaregio & San Polo cicchetti★ 4.81 (3,972) · 2h 30m–3h 30m€ 89View ›
Venice: Doge's Palace, Basilica & Gondola Tour with VR Gallery★ 4.70 (3,386) · 3h 30m€ 99View ›
Venice Islands Tour: Murano Glass & Burano Lace Demonstrations★ 4.74 (2,283) · 4h–5h€ 25View ›
Venice: Cannaregio Walking Tour & Rialto Legends with Local★ 4.85 (2,267) · 2h€ 59View ›
Venice: Food & Wine Tour with Traghetto Gondola Ride★ 4.81 (2,172) · 2h 30m€ 89View ›
Venice to Marco Polo Airport: Shared Water Taxi Transfer★ 4.04 (1,973) · 1h€ 39View ›
Venice: Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine★ 4.96 (1,655) · 3h€ 75View ›Top rated (10)
Venice: Rialto, San Marco & Campo Santa Maria PhotoshootYou’ll wander Venice’s most iconic spots—Rialto Bridge and San Marco Square—with a local photographer who knows all the best angles (and stories). Then slip into quieter streets around Campo Santa Maria Formosa for photos that feel like real memories. You’ll leave with 45 edited shots capturing both grand moments and small details you might’ve missed on your own.
Venice to Prosecco Hills: Wine Tasting & Family LunchYou take the train from Venice to the Prosecco Hills, where local operators Giulia and Carlo guide you through two wineries with eight tastings total, a four-course lunch at their family restaurant featuring slow-roasted meat and homemade desserts, and a scenic viewpoint. Transport by private vehicle, water, and return train tickets are all included—you just show up at the station.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full Prosecco Hills experience without arranging your own transport or timing—the train tickets and private vehicle are included, and the operators know the region inside out because they live there.
Venice Photoshoot: 4 Tailored Sessions, Hidden Spots IncludedA professional photoshoot in Venice with four tailored options—express sessions at Rialto, full-day street walks, gondola rides, or surprise proposals—shot on top-tier Sony cameras by an experienced photographer. Sessions run about an hour and include iconic locations like San Marco and Rialto Bridge plus hidden quiet spots away from tourist crowds. First-time camera subjects get step-by-step posing guidance; no experience needed.Is it for me?Pick the express shoot if you're in Venice for just a few hours and want professional photos of the main landmarks; choose the private walk for a full romantic session through quiet streets; book the gondola option if you want to be photographed on the water; arrange the proposal package if you're planning a surprise moment and want it captured without the subject knowing.
Venice Private Walking Tour: Hidden Cannaregio & Local MarketsYou walk for two hours with a native Venetian guide through markets, local wine bars, and the Cannaregio neighborhood where residents actually live. You stop for coffee, taste cicchetti at a bacaro, learn how to order like a local, and cross the Grand Canal standing in a gondola the way Venetians do. By the end, you have the insider knowledge to navigate Venice on your own for the rest of your trip.Is it for me?Book this if you've just arrived in Venice and want to understand how the city actually works before exploring on your own—the two-hour format and local guide are what let you move confidently through the neighborhoods for the rest of your trip without getting lost or wasting time on crowded main routes.
Venice Food Tour: Cannaregio Cicchetti & Prosecco TastingYou walk through Cannaregio with a local guide, stopping at five or six food spots to taste cicchetti, risotto, prosecco and a spritz while learning the history of the Jewish Ghetto and the quieter side of Venice. You don't arrange transport between stops or figure out which bacaro is worth the detour — the guide handles the route and the timing, and you just show up at the starting bakery ready to eat.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat the way Venetians do without spending the morning researching bacari or figuring out which alleys lead somewhere — the guide knows the neighborhood and the route is planned so you taste five different styles of Venetian food in one afternoon without backtracking.
Venice: Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica Skip-the-Line TourYou’ll walk Venice’s tangled heart with a local guide, skipping long lines at Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica while hearing stories you won’t find in guidebooks. Stand where Casanova plotted escape, climb secret staircases, watch mosaics catch golden light—and leave feeling like you’ve actually lived a piece of this city.
Murano: Beginner Glassblowing Class with Real FurnaceYou’ll step straight into Murano’s world of fire and color—first learning basic moves with just your hands, then shaping molten glass beside real masters in a working furnace. Expect heat, laughter, and maybe some shaky hands as you make your own bowl or vase (pickup or shipping available). The memory sticks with you long after you leave.
Venice: Prosecco Wine Tour & Winery Tastings Small GroupYou travel by private vehicle into the Prosecco hills with a sommelier guide and up to six other travelers, visiting two small family wineries where you taste eight wines total and learn how Prosecco is made. Lunch with local food is included at one of the wineries, and you have time to buy bottles directly from the producers before returning to Venice in the late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Prosecco beyond a quick sip — the small group and sommelier guide mean you actually learn how it's made and why these wines taste the way they do, without the pressure of a large tour or the logistics of arranging your own transport and winery visits.
Venice: Bacaro Food & Wine Tour with Cicchetti & Local BarsYou’ll taste real Venetian cicchetti in four local bacari as you walk hidden alleys with your guide—sipping wine, meeting locals, and learning why “un’ombra” means more than just a glass. Expect laughter over prosecco, stories at the morning market (if you go early), and an easy finish near Rialto Bridge that leaves you wanting to linger longer.
Venice: Prosecco Tasting & Vineyard Tour with SommelierYou're driven from Venice into the Prosecco hills, walk through a family-run vineyard with a certified sommelier, taste four styles of wine with clear explanations, and eat lunch with local cheese and salami while overlooking the vines. The group stays small — just you and up to six others — so the pace is yours, and you can buy bottles straight from the maker if you want.Is it for me?Right for wine lovers and couples who want to understand Prosecco rather than just drink it, and who prefer a small group where the sommelier can actually talk to you. Expect a half-day out — the drive and experience take about five to six hours total, which is what lets you move slowly through the vineyard and lunch without feeling rushed.
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Da Vinci Museum Venice: Interactive Machines & PaintingsYou walk through four themed sections of Leonardo's working machines, operate reproductions built to his original designs, study his anatomical drawings, and examine his paintings through backlit high-resolution technology. Multilingual displays and educational projections guide you through his life and methods. The museum is family-friendly and accessible, though last entry closes at 4pm and a day-visitor fee may apply depending on the date.Is it for me?Best for anyone who wants to understand Leonardo's thinking through his actual designs rather than just looking at paintings — the interactive machines and anatomical studies make his process visible in a way a traditional gallery cannot.
Murano Glass Workshop: Hands-On Experience & Demo in VeniceYou’ll watch Murano masters shape glass up close, try your own design, and maybe even blow your first piece. It’s hands-on, relaxed, and gives you a real feel for Venetian craft—plus you can bring home something truly unique.
St. Mark's Basilica Venice: Skip-the-Line Gold Mosaics TourYou skip the line at St. Mark's Basilica with an expert guide who shows you the gold mosaics, explains the history, and lets you sit while you take it in. Add the terrace for lagoon views, the VR experience to see medieval Venice, or the Pala d'Oro for the golden altarpiece. Entry, guide, and VR are included; the tour is refundable if plans change.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see the basilica's interior without spending hours in the entry queue, and who value a guide explaining the mosaics and history rather than wandering alone. The skip-the-line access and included VR experience are what make a full visit possible in a single morning or afternoon.
Venice Carnival Museum: Skip-the-Line Entry & Picasso CollectionYou skip the entrance line with a timed ticket and walk straight into a collection of Carnival-themed art spanning from the 1700s to modern masters like Picasso and Chagall. The permanent collection unfolds with musical accompaniment and staff support throughout, letting you move at your own pace without crowds. Your entry includes full access to all museum spaces and the immersive exhibition layout, so you see everything without backtracking or confusion.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Carnival collection without losing time to an entrance queue — the timed ticket is what makes that possible, and it works especially well if you're visiting Venice during busy periods when lines form early.
Venice: San Marco to Rialto Walking Tour & SpritzYou walk from St. Mark's Square through hidden streets and campos to the Rialto Bridge with a local guide who points out the architecture and history most tourists miss. You step inside a palazzo to see a real gondola and its handcrafted oar, then experience a VR ride down the Grand Canal as it was centuries ago. If you add the spritz option, you stop at a traditional bacaro for a drink the way locals do. The whole thing takes two to three hours, and you don't need to figure out the route or book separate stops — the guide handles the timing and knows which streets to take when the crowds are thinnest.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Venice landmarks — St. Mark's, Rialto, the palazzos — without spending the day figuring out which streets to take or standing in entry queues; the guide's knowledge of the quiet routes and the VR experience of the Grand Canal are what make the walk feel like Venice instead of a tourist circuit.
Murano Glass Blowing Demonstration: Watch Masters at WorkA glass blowing demonstration on Murano where you watch skilled artisans create two original pieces from start to finish inside a historic church that served as a glass factory since 1826. The 25-minute show includes an exclusive balcony view, soft background music, and a drink; the space is wheelchair accessible and suited to all ages and fitness levels.Is it for me?You're watching, not making—this is a demonstration, not a hands-on class, so it suits anyone who wants to see the craft without the learning curve or the time commitment of a workshop. The balcony position and the drink included make it work for a free afternoon in Venice when you want to step into Murano's history without leaving the island for a full tour.
Murano & Burano: Glassworks & Lace Museum from VeniceYou travel by boat from Venice to Murano, where you watch a glassblower at work in a historic factory and explore the island at your own pace with an audio guide. Then you cross to Burano to wander the colorful streets and visit the Lace Museum, which traces centuries of lace-making tradition. The whole day includes boat transport and both museum entries, so you're not arranging tickets or timing yourself.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see the lagoon islands without renting a boat or hiring a private guide — the fixed itinerary handles transport and museum entries, leaving you free to move through each island at your own rhythm.
Venice: Murano & Burano Boat Tour with Glass DemoYou board a panoramic boat at St. Mark's Square and visit Murano to watch a glass master at work in an active furnace, then Burano for 90 minutes of free time among the painted houses and lace demonstrations, with optional Torcello on the way back. A multilingual guide explains the lagoon's history and craft traditions throughout. The boat is covered, so the tour runs in rain, and you're back in the city by late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the three most famous Venice lagoon islands without arranging separate boat tickets and timing each stop yourself—the guide handles the history and demonstrations, leaving you free to explore Burano at your own pace during the 90 minutes there.
Venice Murano & Burano Private Boat Tour with Glass & LaceYou’ll slip away from Venice’s bustle by private boat to visit Murano’s legendary glassblowers and Burano’s vibrant canals and lacemakers. Watch real artisans at work, wander narrow streets lined with painted homes, and share stories with your local guide before gliding back across the lagoon — it all feels personal here.
Venice: Walking Tour with Local Guide & Canal SightsYou’ll join a small group led by a local guide through Venice’s winding alleys and lively squares. Expect stories behind grand churches, secret pastry stops, and quiet moments by the canals. You’ll finish at St Mark’s Square feeling like you’ve seen both sides of Venice — not just the postcard version.
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Venice Airport to City Centre: Private Transfer & Water TaxiYou're met at Venice airport arrivals with a nameplate, driven by private minivan to Piazzale Roma, then transferred onto a private water taxi that takes you directly to your hotel on the main island. The driver handles your luggage, the boat skips the public vaporetto lines, and you arrive without arranging transport or tickets yourself. Book by providing your flight number and arrival time; confirmation comes with your driver's contact details.Is it for me?Book this if you land with luggage and want to skip the vaporetto queues and the confusion of finding your way into Venice—the driver and boat waiting for you means you go straight to your hotel without arranging anything else.
Venice: Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs & Correr MuseumYou get entry to the Doge's Palace with its Grand Council Chamber and historic prisons, cross the Bridge of Sighs, and access four additional museums—the Correr, the Marciana Library, and the National Archaeological Museum—all on a single ticket. An audioguide in multiple languages covers the palace. You move at your own pace through interconnected buildings on and around St. Mark's Square, with no time limit once you're inside.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Venice's main civic and artistic landmarks in one afternoon without juggling separate tickets and opening hours—the combined pass is what makes it possible to move between the palace, prisons, and four museums without backtracking or waiting in different lines.
Venice Ghost Tour: Haunted Legends and Dark HistoryA guided walking tour of Venice's haunted sites and dark history, led by a live guide through the Cannaregio district and beyond, covering the Ghetto di Venezia, the Casin dei Spiriti, and the footsteps of Marco Polo. The tour runs 75 minutes in small groups of 15 and is available in English or Spanish; radios are provided for groups larger than 10 so everyone hears the guide clearly.Is it for me?Book the English tour if you're most comfortable following stories in English, or the Spanish tour if that's your preference—both cover the same haunted sites and dark history, so choose based on the language your guide will speak.
