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The 15 most popular full-day tours in Venice. What each one includes, what it costs and who runs it, so you can spend the day out on the water instead of stuck in a queue.
Venice day trip from Lake Garda with air-conditioned bus, private boat to St. Mark’s, guided sights, Rialto walk, and free time.
Most Popular“Very well organised and our tour guide (Christina) was very knowledgeable, funny and provided us with a wonderful trip to Venice. We had lots of free time to explore the city in between the city tour and gondola trip.”
A single day by boat to Murano glassblowing, Burano lace and colorful houses, and Torcello’s Devil’s Bridge, all in about 6 hours.
“Dreadful experience. No organisation at all. Boat was overcrowded from beginning. Not enough boats or seats on boats for tickets sold. Not as advertised, left for 3 hours at 1st stop. Not enough time at second stop, rushed through. 3rd stop everything closed. Apparently 2 groups combined but no information given to anyone. No actual…”
Escape Venice crowds on a 6-hour motorboat tour to Murano, Burano, and Torcello, with a glass factory visit and free time to explore.
“All 3 islands are beautiful. The young lady Marinella was an amazing tourist. Everyone very friendly.”
Full-day Brenta Riviera boat cruise from Venice to Padua. Visit 3 Venetian villas, pass locks and swing bridges. Lunch optional.
“We enjoyed the whole experience. Going through the locks and narrow channels with swing bridges was an adventure. The skills of crews were impressive both on the water and on the shore. Beautiful countryside to admire, visits to Venetian villas and great restaurant lunch was available too. Our energetic tour guide was amazing both knowledgeable…”
A 7-hour boat loop from St Mark’s to Murano, Burano, and Torcello with glass demo, lace/crafts, and free island time.
“Burano was the best island- clearly very touristy, but fun. Not much to do on Murano after the glass blowing demonstration, but that was cool to watch. Large boat results in large , crowded group inside the room, which had bleachers. Funneled into a large showroom afterwards to buy stuff. Had to ask how to…”
One-way Brenta River cruise from Venice to Padua with three villa interiors, canal locks, swing bridges, and an Oriago village stop.
“We had a great time on the Brenta Canal. Our whole day was very well organised and our two guides were enthusiastic, welcoming, friendly and informative. The boat was comfortable and we had beautiful views despite the rainy weather. The lunch break was smoothly and efficiently run and the food was excellent. Our guides could…”
Small-group Prosecco day trip from Venice with winery tours, DOCG tastings, terrace views, and local lunch in the hills.
“Very good tour through the prosecco hills. Beautiful views and wineries. The tour guide was also great, very knowledgeable on the region.”
7.5-hour boat tour from Venice with stops in Murano, Burano, and Torcello plus a Murano glass demonstration and free lunch time.
“Bellissima esperienza guida si chiama Andrea preparatissimo nelle spiegazioni e disponibile ad ogni esigenza”
Full-day boat tour from Chioggia to Murano, Burano, and Torcello with a Murano glass demo, Burano lunch option, and audioguide.
“Despite the fact that we arrived by car at 9:30 a.m. they were delayed a few minutes to allow you to get in. There we thank and apologize for the delay due to very heavy traffic.”
Full-day e-bike rental on Venice Lido and Pellestrina. Lock, key, phone support, and a map. Skip crowds and ride at your pace.
“Had a wonderful day exploring Lido Total stress free day🚲 beautiful views and deserted beach...and only 10euros for my bike hire.”
Full-day **Venice Lido** bike rental to explore lagoon sights, Murazzi and Fort St. Andrew, plus a quick ferry to **Pellestrina** for about $15.43.
“Had a great time, going the full length of the lido and back. Try to avoid the sand as cycling through sand is quite difficult. The owner was a real gentleman!!!”
Private Venice day with Lucia: San Marco and Rialto, 1-hour Canal Grande water taxi, optional Murano glass, Cannaregio and Jewish Ghetto.
“Lucia toured us privately in Venice for the full day and was absolutely fantastic. We spent most of the day in the Jewish Ghetto, as we toured two synagogues and heard about the area’s rich history. We enjoyed a fabulous lunch at one of the two kosher restaurants. Lucia’s knowledge of history and Jewish culture…”
Small-group Prosecco and cheese tasting from Venice with two wineries, four tastings, lunch, and UNESCO vineyard views.
“Possibly one of the best tours we’ve ever done. Small group, really knowledgeable tour guide and the stops he chose were first class. I have no hesitation in recommending and would book Riccardo if we are ever in Venice again.”
Prosecco DOCG day trip from Venice with an expert English guide, vineyard tastings, lunch, drinks, and a WWI history stop in the hills.
“We did two tours with Mario - Prosecco hills and also valpolicella/amarone. We’ve been. home now for a week and haven’t stopped talking about how incredible both were. Each day we went to family-owned wineries (where they were clearly thrilled to see Mario), tasted delicious wines, and had an amazing lunch. We could not have…”
Amarone wine day from Venice with expert guide Mario, small Valpolicella tastings, and lunch at Trattoria Alla Porchetta.
“What a fabulous day!! Our tours were amazing! Mario did an amazing job! His knowledge of wine and the area was vast! He made the day fun. We visited some great small wineries that were just the best. We had lunch that was so delicious! I can’t rave enough about Mario and his tour. I…”
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