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The 15 most popular private 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.
Small-group Murano and Burano tour by private boat from Venice, with glass and lace demos plus guided lagoon stories.
Most Popular“This was our last tour during our trip to Italy and it was a great tour to round out our vacation. We really enjoyed our time and Cristina was great!”
A 5-hour private boat tour from Venice to Murano and Burano for glassblowing and lace-making, plus time to explore and shop.
“Chiara was a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide. The tour itself was very enjoyable and I would thoroughly recommend.”
Skip-the-line St Mark’s and a guided wander through Venice’s backstreets, then a Grand Canal boat ride in a small group.
“Tour guide was so sweet and accommodated us with a private tour of the city and water taxi trip in and out of the grand canal seeing unique spots not listed in this description. St. Mark basilica was special and very sacred.”
Private 30-minute gondola on Venice’s Grand Canal and quieter canals, for up to 5 passengers. Check in near Royal Gardens gate, day or night.
“the information on how and were to get you tickets was very poor and not very clear and we weren't the only ones one's the gondola ride was exelant”
Private gondola on Venice’s Grand Canal for up to 5, with included Gondola Gallery and self-guided audio commentary.
“Andreas was friendly and gave a wonderful overview of the history of Venice and gondoliers. A must do while visiting Venice!”
A 2-hour Venice walk with skip-the-line St. Mark’s Basilica, guided stories, quiet calle stops, and a smooth return to San Marco.
“Amazing walking tour! Lots of history and the guide was very knowledgeable! Highly recommend doing this while in Venice!”
Private Murano tour from Venice with glassblowing demo, guided walking, and watertaxi transport (optional Burano add-on).
“Our guide adapted our tour to our needs and was kind and helpful. We took a beautiful private boat taxi to Murano, watched a glass-blowing demonstration by a master and walked around the island of Murano. Lovely day.”
Private motorboat transfer from Venice Marco Polo Airport to your hotel with meet-and-greet, up to 6 passengers, and a 24/7 schedule.
“An absolute scam, AVOID AT ALL COSTS. We booked the meet and greet private motorboat service at a cost of £256, where the listing stated the a member of the tour company would meet us after customs and take us to the waiting boat to take us directly to our hotel. We provided flight numbers…”
Private 20-minute gondola ride from Santa Maria del Giglio, gliding past Venice landmarks through quieter canals with a traditional gondolier driver.
“It was lovely and a very nice chill experience. We went later in the day. Not as hot. Would definitely recommend doing this. Saw people standing in lines trying to get gondolas. Easier to pre order/ reserve. We found our destination easily and we were immediately taken to the gondola!”
Private local-guided walk in Venice with hotel pickup, tailored sights, and practical tips for food, shopping, and getting around.
“Vittoria was fantastic. She adapted the tour to what we wanted to see and gave full descriptions of everything in an interesting way!”
Private Venice tour with skip-the-line Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica, plus a guided Grand Canal motor-boat ride.
“Loved all 3 tours! Great variety and all very interesting with a nice gap in between tours to enjoy a tasty lunch. Both guides were excellent.”
Private gondola glide through Venice’s quieter canals and the Grand Canal. Pick 30–120 minutes with a local gondolier for $94.
“Very scenic, lovely atmosphere wonderful gondolier seen the site and got engaged”
Private Venice boat and walking tour from St. Mark’s Square: Grand Canal sights, hidden canals, and a snack finish with pastry or cicchetti.
“Fun tour of the grand canal. Our tour guide Sandro was engaged the whole trip and pointed out all the historical buildings we were passing on the way. A great way to see a brief introduction to Venice.”
Taste classic Venice bites on an exclusive private tour with 6 or 10 tastings, spritz, wine, cicchetti, and gelato, guided in English.
“We had a tour guide named Alice. She was professional, so knowledgeable, friendly and just a terrific guide to show us her city! We had wonderful food and drinks and she accommodated all of our needs. We loved our tour!”
Private Murano-style glass lesson with Massimiliano Caldarone in Venice. Make a take-home pendant, learn the process, and get 10% off.
“Massimiliano is an incredible artist and very knowledgeable in his craft. This tour was everything I wanted from it and I am happy to say I walked away with a small piece of art that will remind me of my time in Venice. Thank you for this amazing activity!”
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