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Venice Tours & Day Trips: The Best 15

205 tours  ·  from $11 a head

Everything with a guide, a boat or a driver attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole morning or more, priced and timed, with the rest underneath.

Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica with Terrace Access Tour - Inside the Doge’s Palace
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Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica with Terrace Access Tour

1.Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica with Terrace Access Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,697 reviews · from $123Our pick

Spend three hours with a local guide at St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace. See the basilica’s bronze horses and lagoon-view terrace, then cross the Bridge of Sighs to the New Prisons. Choose a private or shared tour. Guide assignments vary; Federica, Elena, Matteo, and Chiara are among those who have led it.

“Our family loved the tour and our guide. She was full of enthusiasm and interesting stories of the sites. She was also very considerate of my aging parent’s abilities throughout the tour. Highly recommended!”

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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing - Murano: glassmaking up close
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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

2.Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,245 reviews · 6 hours · from $28

Spend six hours crossing the Venetian lagoon by panoramic boat, with stops on Murano, Burano and Torcello. A multilingual host shares information aboard, and a Murano glass master demonstrates glassblowing. You explore the islands on your own, so plan your time around the strict departure schedule.

“It was worth going to see the three islands. The guide seemed a bit disinterested at times but I guess she did her job while on the boat. One critique, could do with a slightly bit more time on murano & burano.”

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Venice: Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit - Murano: a close look at glassmaking
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Venice: Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit

3.Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 9,527 reviews · from $34

Cruise from Venice to Murano and Burano with Il Doge di Venezia. You’ll see a glass-blowing demonstration in Murano, then have time to explore both islands on your own. Guides speak Italian, English, German, French, and Spanish. Departure and return points vary by booking option.

“Great and option to get boat back to station from San marco”

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Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour - Torcello: Early Venetian Roots
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Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

4.Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 7,928 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Travel by shared motorboat from Venice to Murano, Burano and Torcello on a half-day trip with an English-speaking tour leader. Watch a glassblowing demonstration, see Burano’s painted houses and lace shops, and visit Torcello’s historic sights. Each island stop is brief, so expect a sampler rather than a leisurely island visit.

“It was very good chose. We traveled on the boat between the islands and excursion leader described rhe landmarks in english, french, italien. We also made stops at different interesting islands and had 50 of free time on each island, so we could have a walk there or eat. On one of the islands we saw interesting show: the craftsman showd us how things are created from glass.”

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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat - How much of the five hours is yours?
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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

5.Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,580 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36

Ride a private boat from central Venice to Murano and Burano with an English-speaking local guide and a group of no more than 22. Watch glass being shaped in Murano, see handmade lace in Burano, and leave time to explore the islands. Demonstrations and the order of stops can vary; the lace presentation may not run on Mondays.

“We enjoyed our tour guide, Silvia, she has lots of tips about what to see and do in Venice. Much if the time is spent traveling on the boat, Silvia pointed out many i terseting sights.”

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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing - Murano’s glassblowing demonstration
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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing

6.Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 6,212 reviews · 4 - 4.5 hours · from $29

Take a panoramic motorboat from Venice’s St. Mark’s area to Murano and Burano. Watch a glass master work in a Murano factory, then explore Burano’s painted houses, lace shops, and bakeries at your own pace. An onboard assistant gives multilingual explanations, but there are no guided walks on the islands. Expect about four to four and a half hours, including the boat ride.

“Next time we're in Venice, we're doing it again! We absolutely loved it. The glass masters of Murano are super skilled and Burano is one of the most charming places we've ever visited. Francesca was great. We were surprised that she explained everything in 5 languages.”

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Venice: Murano, Burano, Torcello, and Glass Factory Tour - Murano: watch glass take shape
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Venice: Murano, Burano, Torcello, and Glass Factory Tour

7.Murano, Burano, Torcello, and Glass Factory Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,563 reviews · from $40

Take a full-day boat trip from Venice to Murano, Burano, and Torcello. Watch a glass artisan at work, then explore Burano’s bright streets and Torcello’s historic center at your own pace. A multilingual guide shares information during the crossings, while free time lets you shop, eat, or visit the basilica.

“It’s well planned and you get enough time on all islands but you only have the guide on board and in 5 languages so it completely lacks any personal touches.”

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From Venice: Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat - Murano: see glasswork up close
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From Venice: Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat

8.Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,170 reviews · from $61

Take a five-hour guided boat trip from Venice to Murano and Burano. Watch a glassblowing demonstration, see lacework in progress, then explore both islands at your own pace. English-speaking guides such as Elena, Manu, and Francesca have led the route, though your guide will depend on your departure.

“Our tour guide Elena was wonderful! She shared so many interesting facts and stories of Venice, Murano and Burano as well as gave us good tips on eating and shopping!”

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Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Tour - St. Mark’s Basilica and its gold-lit interior
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Venice: Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica Tour

9.Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,734 reviews · from $108

In 2.5 to 3 hours, a live guide leads you through the Doge’s Palace, across the Bridge of Sighs, and into St. Mark’s Basilica. Expect grand halls, prison history, golden mosaics, and personal headsets. Guides vary by departure; names include Monica, Mirko, and Marco. Museum, terrace, and Pala d’Oro access depend on the option you book.

“Our guide was amazing. She was so informative exactly what we were hoping for. To hear the stories behind the scenes.”

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Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride - Walking past Scala del Bovolo and La Fenice
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Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride

10.Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3,630 reviews · 2 hours 9 minutes to 2 hours 27 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Meet near St. Mark’s Square for an English-language walk through Venice’s lanes, with stops near La Fenice and Scala del Bovolo, then take a 30-minute gondola ride that reaches the Grand Canal and Rialto Bridge. The guide varies, with names such as Francesca, Elena, and Nadia praised for clear, lively storytelling.

“The walking tour was very enjoyable. Our guide Stefan was knowledgeable and shared interesting history of Venice. The gondola tour was wonderful but the wait was a little long.”

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Venice: Rialto Bridge & Offbeat Unusual Venice Walking Tour - Casanova, Bovolo and Landmarks Along the Way
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Venice: Rialto Bridge & Offbeat Unusual Venice Walking Tour

11.Rialto Bridge & Offbeat Unusual Venice Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 3,538 reviews · from $28

Walk the quieter lanes around San Marco and Rialto with a local guide, passing Scala Contarini del Bovolo, Casanova’s house and La Fenice. Guides such as Valentina and Francesco bring Venetian history and daily life into focus. Choose an option with a 30-minute guided gondola ride for a second view of the city from its canals.

“the tour was great. the equipment sometimes didn't work for the guide but she fixed in seconds. well done Valentina. very informative fun tour. loved learning about casanova and seeing where he was born.”

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Venice: St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Ticket - The Doge’s Palace: Two Hours Inside Venice’s Seat of Power
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Venice: St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Tour with Ticket

12.St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Tour with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,375 reviews · from $94

Spend three hours with a local guide at St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, using pre-reserved tickets to save time at two of Venice’s major sights. Expect golden mosaics, Gothic halls, the Bridge of Sighs, and stories about the city’s rulers. Choose a small-group or private tour in English or German. Museum tickets are included for later independent visits.

“Cristina our guide made the tour interesting and enjoyable. she was extremely knowledgeable. Thank you. you”

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Private 3 hrs Venice Tour: St Mark's, Walking tour & Boat tour - The Grand Canal by small boat
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Private 3 hrs Venice Tour: St Mark’s, Walking tour & Boat tour

13.Private 3 hrs Venice Tour: St Mark’s, Walking tour & Boat tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,372 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $480

Start near St. Mark’s Square with an English-speaking guide, enter St. Mark’s Basilica with a reserved skip-the-line ticket, then walk through Castello’s quieter lanes. After a break, join a small-group boat ride on the Grand Canal and smaller canals. Guides have included local experts such as Christina Pigozzo, Adriana, and Francesco.

“Adriana was a knowledgeable local who provided a great introduction to the city. She helped us to add on to our experience based on our interest.”

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Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour - Santa Croce brings more cicchetti and local produce
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Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour

14.Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,137 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107Top rated

Walk from Campo San Giacomo di Rialto through Venice’s San Polo, Santa Croce and nearby districts, stopping for coffee and pastries, cicchetti, wine, seafood, cured meats, a sit-down meal and artisan gelato. Local guides such as Anna, Marianna and Sara share food traditions and practical tips. Expect 7 to 8 stops, a small group and plenty to eat.

“Excellent experience walking through Venice learning the hidden locations to eat and drink. Fun meeting others and sampling food I would never try on my own.”

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Venice: Street Food Tour with a Local Guide and Tastings - Cicchetti and the Small-Bar Tradition
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Venice: Street Food Tour with a Local Guide and Tastings

15.Street Food Tour with a Local Guide and Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,613 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $57

Follow an English-speaking local guide from the Rialto area to Campo Santa Margherita, tasting cicchetti, regional specialties, buranelli biscuits and gelato along the way. The 2.5-hour walk includes the Rialto Market and historic sights such as Basilica dei Frari. Guides such as Ana, Tone, Denis and Vanessa have led the tour.

“Tony was very informative and we had a great experience tasting local cuisine. Would highly recommend.”

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