Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
A first-timer to Venice, or don’t know where to begin your explorations? Over the course of this tour, experience many of the city’s top highlights: see the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark’s Square on a guided city walk (please note: Entrance to St. Mark's Basilica is included on the 2pm tour only.) Plus enjoy a relaxing gondola ride and explore areas of the city that many tour groups miss, from the sestiere of Cannaregio to the Rialto Fish Market.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
The Rialto Fish Market is closed on Sundays.
Entrance to St. Mark's Basilica is included on the 2pm tour only.
This tour is in English.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Large bags, trolleys and backpacks cannot be accommodated on this tour.
During times of high tides, flooding, or heavy rain, the gondola ride may be substituted for another experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Skip-the-line ticket to St. Mark's Basilica (2pm tour only)
Gondola Ride
Local English-speaking guide
Headset
Expertly guided walking tour
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Guide (during gondola ride)
Small Group Tour
Learn the history of Venice, visit famous monuments, see St. Mark’s Basilica, and a gondola ride down the enchanting canals.
389 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Laura W,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
Tour guide was great. She gave great insight information/ history is St Mark at the basilica. The gondola ride was just a ride. No history etc.
Peter D,
Jan 6, 2025
- Viator
Wonderful tour! I’d recommend it to anyone who wants an overview of Venice and has a few hours to spare.
Nancy Q,
Dec 31, 2024
- Viator
We were late arriving to the meeting spot due to the crowds on boats in Venice. We learned we could walk but it was too late. We contacted the company 20 minutes before the meeting time to relay our problem. We asked that we could at least salvage the tour by meeting up at the gondola, the last feature of the tour. They refused! That's not good business, and just not right. They were unwilling to offer any kind of resolution. I have had great experiences with guided touring companies when traveling, but this was disappointing.
Amy W,
Nov 29, 2024
- Viator
Matteo was amazing! Such a great story teller! He brought the history of the city to life with humor and detail. The gondola ride at the end of the tour was better than the more cookie-cutter ones leaving from St. Marco Square.
Rev M,
Oct 26, 2024
- Viator
Great tour with lots of information. Be prepared for some walking and stairs but not too bad. Ended with a gondola ride on the grand canal. Magnificent
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