3 Morning Tours in Venice to Plan a Day Around

1.Morning Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 705 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours · from $29Our pick

Follow a professional guide through Venice’s calli and squares, from Piazza San Marco to Campo Santa Maria Formosa and the Mercerie. You’ll hear about the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Clocktower, and the church where doges were buried after the 15th century. The 1 to 1.5-hour tour stays outdoors and includes personal headsets.

“Great tour of all the points of interest with lots of excellent local knowledge from our friendly guide. Great for the first day in Venice to help get your bearings.”

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2.Morning Venice Lagoon Cruise: Murano and Burano Islands

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 357 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Spend about four hours crossing the Venetian Lagoon by boat, with stops on Murano for a glass-blowing demonstration and Burano for waterfront walks and handicraft shops. A multilingual guide provides commentary on board, and the route passes San Giorgio, Certosa, and Sant’Erasmo. Island time is limited, so this works best if you want a quick introduction rather than a leisurely visit.

“Great boat experience. Murano had a murano glass making demonstration then had a few minutes to walk on the pier. Burano was so pretty. We had 1 hour to explore on our own. Had lunch at probably the best place in italy.”

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3.St. Mark’s Basilica and Gondola Morning Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 351 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $99

Explore St. Mark’s Square and Basilica with a live guide in your chosen language, then return at 3 pm for a 30-minute shared gondola ride. The morning visit lasts one hour and includes skip-the-line entry. Check the details about museum and terrace access before booking, as the inclusions are not consistent.

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