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9 hours 30 minutes
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Want to explore the best of Venice with limited time on your hands? This tour combines some of the city's most Prestigeous sites in a one-day itinerary! Enjoy skip the line access into the St Marks Church, marvel the hallways of the Doges Palace and explore the city from the waterfront during your gondola ride - accompanied by one of our Gondoliers!
After some leisure time for lunch our tour embarks on an adventure to explore the world renown islands of Murano and Burano. Our guide will whisk you through the islands most charming streets on your way to witness the age-old craft of Lace making and Glass Blowing. This tour is the perfect combo of Venetian History, Local Craftmanship and Sightseeing!
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not allowed inside.
All guests must supply their full name and date of birth that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Mark's Basilica. Name changes are not permitted.
Please note that depending on the start time the itinerary order can vary.
This tour consists of two parts and includes free time for lunch (at your own expense)
The remainder of the itinerary is spent walking from one place to the next alongside the guide and travelling to the next site
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Basilica di San Marco
We provide the skip the line tickets, so walk right past the long queue and go right on inside. During November through March, St. Mark’s Basilica does not offer skip the line entry because lines are generally non-existent.
Palazzo Ducale
As you explore the Doge’s Palace, you’ll hear about the wild ways of the Venetian Republic under the rule of elected magistrates. This tour not only showcases the interior of this ornate palace, but also goes in depth about the crime and legal system that was once in place in the city of Venice. Admire classic works of Venetian art and visit Doge’s Palace’s main sights, such as the Grand Staircase and the Bridge of Sighs. You'll even get to see some of the prison cells that were functional during the time of the Venetian Republic.
Free time for Lunch (at own expense)
Glass Blowing Demonstration
Professional, English Speaking Guide
30 Minute Gondola Ride
Timed-entry ticket for St. Mark's Basilica (€12)
Small-group size, maximum 20 participants
Some Free Time to Explore Burano Island
Round Trip Transportation to/from Murano & Burano Island
Skip-the-line Entry and Guided tour of the Doge’s Palace
Skip-the-Line Entry and Guided tour of St Marks Basilica
Food and drinks
Gratuities
857 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
G636DKdang,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our tour guide, Nicole, was great and gave us an awesome history lesson about Venice. The trips to Murano and Burano were very nice. Wish we had more time in Burano but I guess we will just have to come back.
THOMAS O,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
We had a wonderful experience on this tour. We had a very knowledgeable guide who gave us amazing insights into everything we saw. Everything was very well organized, giving us a little bit of time to get some coffee and take a few breaks.

Michelle L,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent for a short stay in Venice. This was well worth the money and time spent. We really enjoyed all parts of this tour. Thanks Rita and Alexis.
Rachael S,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
It is a long day, but it covers all of the sites. I wish it allowed more time in Burano. Fun and informative guides
672skylerv,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guide was super informative and the views were spectacular! We were in a group of 10 and there was plenty of space for us to have extra room for stuff we bought on the boat rides to the different islands. The glass blowing demonstration in Murano was so cool and there were no pushy salesmen like the previous comments. You don’t need any pressure to buy something there; the glass is absolutely stunning! In Burano, we got a live demonstration of the local textiles and stitches being made there. You won’t have too much time to eat in Burano, but the restaurant (Trattoria Da Primo) had our food out in less than 5 minutes and it was spectacular (order the seafood spaghetti; you won’t regret it!). If you have a day free in Venice, this experience is a must! Couldn’t recommend enough



garycQ3335TG,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Guide was exceptional loaded with locals knowledge and pertinent historical information.
Brenda G,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
This is a wonderful all day tour with lots of great information and a bit of free time to wander and shop.





erikajQ5577BD,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great and educational tour. I wouldn’t mind skipping murano and spending more time on Burano.
167marnies,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Robbie was amazing, very knowledgeable and very friendly. We really enjoyed our time with her.





Nicole R,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
Great trip you get to do a little of everything. This tour has a good mix of free time and time with the tour guide. I would book it again. Saved me a lot of time and stress having everything coordinated for me.
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