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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
If you want to make sure you cover the highlights of Venice, this full day tour is your best choice. If you’re only spending a few days in Venice, covering the best attractions in a single day is a smart idea. That way, you can spend the remainder of your time in Venice sipping Prosecco by the canals. This tour includes stops at St Mark’s Basilica and Square, the Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace (including Casanova’s prison cell), a half hour gondola ride and plenty of hidden gems along the way. A lunch break is scheduled into the tour - we would never let you go hungry in Italy!
30-Minute Venetian Gondola Ride
Visit the Famous Rialto Bridge & Market
Skip the Line Entry & Guided Tour of the Doge's Palace
Professional Art Historian Guide
Small Group Size of Maximum 19
Skip the Line Entry & Guided Tour of St. Mark's Basilica
Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off
Food & Beverages
Gratuities
Departure Point
Piazza San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. Your guide will meet you between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square (columns of San Marco & San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it.
Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy Meet our Guide
Your Venice in a Day Tour begins in St. Mark’s Square, Venice’s central public plaza. Your guide will teach you the history of this iconic piazza, home to St. Mark’s Basilica. 15 minutes
Basilica di San Marco, Venice, Italy Known as “The Church of Gold”, St. Mark’s Basilica’s elaborate design features gold mosaics and marble slabs. Skip the line and learn about the basilica’s storied history during a guided tour of the stunning Basilica. 30 minutes
Ponte di Rialto, Venice, Italy Rialto Bridge & Neighborhood
After your visit to the basilica your journey continues into the hidden back alleyways of Venice, guided by a knowledgeable local.
You'll Immerse yourself in the history and legends surrounding the iconic Rialto Bridge, a magnificent architectural gem that spans the Grand Canal. As you cross this historic bridge, you'll venture into the bustling Rialto neighborhood, brimming with charm and character.
Learn fascinating anecdotes and tales about the bridge's significance while taking in the enchanting ambiance of this popular district.
25 minutes
Grand Canal, 30100 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy 30 Minute Gondola Ride
When experiencing Venice, you absolutely must ride a gondola. We’ve included this experience in our Venice in a Day tour. As the first part of the tour concludes, your tour guide will bring you to a trusted Venice gondolier who will take you on a scenic cruise down Venice’s beautiful canals (max 5 per vessel). After experiencing this bucket list moment, you’ll break for lunch.
30 minutes
Venice, Venice, Italy Enjoy some free time for lunch.
Following your enchanting Gondola Ride, take a moment to bask in the magic of this unforgettable experience. Allow the memories of gliding through the Venetian canals to synchronize within you as you enjoy a leisurely period of free time for a delightful lunch. 90 minutes
Doge's Palace, Venice, Italy Guided Tour of the Doge's Palace
After lunch, explore the fascinating Doge's Palace, or "Duke's Palace." This Palace used to be the home of Venice's public administration. At the same time, it operated as a prison, where some of Venice's criminals saw their last days.
Explore the fascinating artwork of the Doge's Palace, and get a glimpse of the famous Bridge of Sighs, the bridge that connects Doge's Palace to its prison.
Even though your tour will conclude after visiting the Doges Palace, your guide will be happy to advise on how to get back to your accommodation, or perhaps advice where to enjoy some local food & a spritz!
120 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Since we will be entering a church, please make sure that your shoulders and knees are covered. Also, please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not always allowed inside.
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Jeannine_J
23 Nov 2024
The gondola ride was amazing. Roberta our guide was so knowledgeable and just lovely. It was great to have a break between the basilica and the palace. Also we got great tips on restaurants and shops!
Sandy_M
26 Oct 2024
Otavia was an excellent guide. We were traveling with 2 couples and all 6 of us had a great time. I especially liked the way she guided us through Venice from St. Marks Square to the Grand Canal, weaving around the maze of alleys to get there. I felt very comfortable in her hands.
Dennis_S
24 Oct 2024
A lot of walking and very crowded everywhere. Gondola ride was nice. Tour guide gave a lot of history about Venice.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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