VENICE
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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“the whole trip was brilliant from start to finish, the coach was on time, the tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, told us all about Venice, which was beautiful, loved every minute and would definitely recommend, 5 star😀”
A single day by boat to Murano glassblowing, Burano lace and colorful houses, and Torcello’s Devil’s Bridge, all in about 6 hours.
“The islands were beautiful, but had lots of rain. If the weather was better, it might've been more enjoyable.”
Escape Venice crowds on a 6-hour motorboat tour to Murano, Burano, and Torcello, with a glass factory visit and free time to explore.
“We really enjoyed it. It was exactly as advertised. I would have liked to have see. More if Murano Island, but the glass blowing demonstration and the sales floor were lovely. We certainly took home several souvenirs.”
Full-day Brenta Riviera boat cruise from Venice to Padua. Visit 3 Venetian villas, pass locks and swing bridges. Lunch optional.
“We especially enjoyed Villa Pisano and would have liked to see more villas. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable, patient and able to communicate well in Italian, English, French and German. She was very impressive. The boat had good air conditioning and sufficient, comfortable seating. To reduce the length of the trip: Could the boat go…”
A 7-hour boat loop from St Mark’s to Murano, Burano, and Torcello with glass demo, lace/crafts, and free island time.
“Beautiful trip to all islands. Guide was very informative. Would recommend it to all Murano glass is beautiful. Burano island was so colorful”
One-way Brenta River cruise from Venice to Padua with three villa interiors, canal locks, swing bridges, and an Oriago village stop.
“This is a fun way to have a relaxing day without the bustle of crowds. The tour itself is good and interesting to actually see the inside of the wonderful old villas. The guide was incredible!! She jumped from Italian, German, English and French with ease. Never did she sound bored-always animated. The meeting place…”
Small-group Prosecco day trip from Venice with winery tours, DOCG tastings, terrace views, and local lunch in the hills.
“One of the most memorable days of my 3 weeks in Italy! All the Prosecco knowledge, awesome tour guide, gorgeous sights!”
7.5-hour boat tour from Venice with stops in Murano, Burano, and Torcello plus a Murano glass demonstration and free lunch time.
“Guida molto preparata e professionale bellissima esperienza soprattutto per persone che non hanno mai visto Venezia la consiglio”
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.
“We booked a private tour with Lucia for two different experiences, (i) treasury hunt with our daughter (9 years old) and (ii) a deeper tour of the Jewish Gheto for a separate part of the family. Lucia was fantastic for both tours. She was able to keep the interest level of our daughter very high…”
Small-group Prosecco and cheese tasting from Venice with two wineries, four tastings, lunch, and UNESCO vineyard views.
“We were picked up at Pl Roma and traveled out of Venice into the Prosecco hills. Our guide, Riccardo, was very knowledgeable of the DOCG area as well as history of the areas. We visited a cheese factory and tasted cheese varieties, and learned a small amount of the business. Then we traveled to a…”
Prosecco DOCG day trip from Venice with an expert English guide, vineyard tastings, lunch, drinks, and a WWI history stop in the hills.
“Venice is gorgeous, but it is a lot! Rachel (a now-native from Ohio) and her husband Mario enhanced our experience and made our (family of five with young adult/teens) three-day, post-cruise visit to this beautiful but crowded city SOO much easier. From our transfer from Trieste (during the G7 Summit - the city was all…”
Amarone wine day from Venice with expert guide Mario, small Valpolicella tastings, and lunch at Trattoria Alla Porchetta.
“The whole day was perfectly planned, two great local vineyards with a real passion for their wines. Everything was sorted including a great lunch and some exceptional wines. Mario provided excellent insight and was a great host - would definitely recommend, thanks for a great day out!”
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