Welcome to Venice Small Group Tour: Basilica San Marco & Gondola

From EUR 67

4.51

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Overview

Available languages

English

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.

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

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)

Options

Private - Welcome to Venice

Learn the history of Venice, visit famous monuments, see St. Mark’s Basilica, and a gondola ride down the enchanting canals.

Small Group Tour in English

Small Group Tour

Reviews

4.51

393 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

301

Fun Tour
Cjgordo,
May 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great tour guide and the gondola ride was a super funny experience. Would recommend it and do again for sure
Excellent value and interesting tour
Miriam S,
May 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Valentina was a fantastic guide ! With deep knowledge of local history and art, and multiple relevant degrees, she managed to make our tour interesting and engaging. We walked at a good pace while she pointed out interesting facts along the way. She was generous answering everyone’s questions (even the dumb Americans wanting to know if there were cars in Venice 🤦‍♀️) and is very friendly . Highly recommended !
We were fortunate to have...
Catherine D,
Apr 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We were fortunate to have a private tour with Shannon, who did an amazing job introducing us to the beauty and wonder of Venice! The gondola ride is something everyone visiting Venice feels is a must do; but it’s really not that great.
Decent Tour
Nashawna H,
Apr 29, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Guide was great. About 8 ppl. He was knowledgable and guided us through the maze of tiny streets and shops. Be aware that this tour like many others that we’ve been on in various Italian cities this trip advertises a certain length of time for the tour but ends up being 30 min or so less. IMO it’s intentional but nevertheless wanted to state that. For instance the gondola ride was advertised as 30 min. Once onsite they said 25 min. Actual ride was less than 20 min. May not be a big deal for you but seems to be a pattern across all these tour companies across Italy. Bait and switch. I would def recommend a guided tour cuz Venice island is a crazy maze that’s difficult to navigate if u have no understanding of anything or it’s ur first time. Glad we did it, but Venice island and mainland were just not to our liking.
Tour guide was great. She...
Laura W,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00
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.