What You’ll See in Our 1 Day Venice City Tour
Our Classic Venice in 1 Day Tour Package is the best value in our Venice Day Tours packages, a one-day tour of Venice that features our two-hour Best of Venice walking tour with skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark's Basilica, which provides the ideal introduction to Venice on foot, and our small group Venice boat tour of the Grand Canal that provides a perfect introduction to Venice by water. Limited to a maximum of 20 participants, our guided tours include complimentary headphones to ensure you can fully engage with our guide's narration.
2 hours Best Of Venice Walking Tour with skip-the-line tickets to St. Mark's Basilica
In the first 2 hours of your Venice in one day tour, you’ll take a guided walking tour of all the must-see landmarks in Venice, learning the history of Venice from its origins to the modern day. Our itinerary commences with a walking tour of St. Mark’s Square to admire & discuss its landmark monuments and to visit St. Mark’s Basilica. Note that shoulders and knees must be covered to enter St Mark's Basilica and large bags are not allowed inside. You will be able to follow every word of your expert English-speaking Venice Tour Guide thanks to the complimentary headphones, as you discuss all the major attractions that will include the Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs, Bell Tower & Clock Tower.
Important information
In case of unexpected closure of St. Mark's Basilica, all tours including the Basilica will operate as scheduled – our guides will provide a detailed explanation of the Basilica’s history, architecture and its treasures from the outside and wherever possible will bring visual aids (either books or pictures or iPad) to allow you to view the interior of the church.
Discover all the Hidden Gems in Venice with our Hidden Venice Tour
In the second part of our Venice walking tour we'll leave the hordes of tourists behind in St. Mark's Square to explore a very different Venice. A Venice that's more fascinating and intimate, what we call the Hidden Venice. Main highlights will include Castello district, Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Ponte Paradiso bridge & Calle Paradiso, Salizada San Lio, and many more. Enjoy this voyage of enlightenment through the labyrinth of back alleys and sleepy canals of the Hidden Venice to have a fully guided introduction to Venice.
1 hour Small Group Venice Grand Canal Boat Tour
Sit back, relax and take in all the beauty of Venice from a completely different perspective as you glide down Venice's main water street to admire the important buildings that line its banks. Your expert Venice tour guide will illustrate the great history of Venice, along with stories about famous characters, who have at one time called this waterway their home. Limited to 8/9 people per boat, this Venice boat tour provides a very intimate and easy-going tour of Venice, far from the crowds of St. Mark’s, visiting also minor canals.
All the Highlights of the best 1 day in Venice Tour
Begin your exploration at the majestic Giardini Reale, where lush greenery welcomes you to this city of timeless beauty. Traverse the iconic Piazza San Marco, and wander through the bustling thoroughfares, taking in the splendor of Palazzo Ducale, Biblioteca Marciana, and the imposing Campanile.
Marvel at the intricate architecture of Basilica San Marco, a testament to Venetian opulence and spirituality. Venture off the beaten path to discover hidden gems like Rio della Canonica, offering picturesque views of the renowned Bridge of Sighs.
Escorted by your expert guide, meander along the Fondamenta del Remedio and through the charming Campo Santa Maria Formosa, immersing yourself in the authentic Venetian ambiance. Traverse the quaint alleyways of Calle Paradiso, each corner revealing the city's rich history and culture.
Conclude your day with a serene return to San Marco, where memories of Venice's unparalleled charm will linger long after your departure.
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