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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Venice

184 tours  ·  from $11

Everything with a guide, a boat or a timed ticket attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica with Terrace Access Tour - St. Mark’s Basilica and the climb to the terrace
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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

Tour St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace with a private or small-group guide such as Federica, Elena, or Matteo. You’ll climb to the basilica terrace for lagoon views, see the bronze horses, cross the Bridge of Sighs, and get priority palace entry. Expect stairs, strict dress rules, and no large bags.

“Amazing experience led by a fantastic English speaking local, Federica. Incredibly knowledgeable, heaps of information delivered with clarity and good humour. A must do experience in Venice.”

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Venice: Burano, Torcello & Murano Boat Tour w/Glassblowing - Meeting near St. Mark’s
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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

Cruise from St. Mark’s to Murano, Burano, and Torcello with multilingual host assistance. Watch a short glassblowing demonstration, browse Murano glass, photograph Burano’s painted houses, and explore Torcello independently. This $28 tour offers transport and a taste of three very different islands, but limited free time.

“The glassblowing demonstration was very cool. My wife loved Burano and said it was the cutest town we had been to so far. Great day relaxing on the boat between islands.”

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Venice: Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit - Finding the boat at San Marco or the train station
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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

Travel by boat from San Marco or Venice Train Station to Murano and Burano. Watch a glassblowing demonstration, stroll Burano’s colorful canals, and enjoy free time on both islands with a multilingual guide and tour assistant.

“We loved the boat trip out to Murano & Burano and would highly recommend it. The guide on the boat gave us a full commentary on route to both islands, was friendly and informative, highlighting drop off point and times. The glass making display was very unique as was the colourful houses on Burano.”

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Murano, Burano and Torcello Half-Day Sightseeing Tour - Burano: colorful homes and a very short walk
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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

Cruise from Venice to Murano, Burano, and Torcello on a shared motorboat. Watch a glassblowing demonstration, see colorful fishermen’s homes, and visit Torcello’s old churches. Commentary is provided in English, though the guide may also speak other languages during the ride.

“Very knowledgable commentary. Started from St Lucia station close to our hotel. Very convenient. Boat good. Recommend for any newcomers to Venice.”

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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat - Murano glass: a short demonstration with a long backstory
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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

Travel by private water taxi from central Venice to Murano and Burano with a guide such as Silvia, Frankie, or Elena. Watch glassblowing and lace-making, browse artisan work, photograph Burano’s bright houses, and enjoy free time in a group of 22 or fewer.

“Frankie was our tour guide so easy and an amazing day. She gave us great history, facts, and allowed us to enjoy our time. Would recommend her to anyone!!”

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Venice: Murano & Burano Panoramic Boat Tour w/ Glassblowing - Finding the yellow desk near St. Mark’s
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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

Travel from St. Mark’s area to Murano and Burano in 4 to 4.5 hours. Watch a glass master work, browse the factory gallery with 10% off, then stroll Burano’s colorful streets. Multilingual guides, including Eva and Francesca, share commentary from the boat.

“Excellent amount of time on both islands. Would recommend”

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Venice: Murano, Burano, Torcello, and Glass Factory Tour - Murano: glass, heat, and limited free time
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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

Spend 6.5 to 7.5 hours cruising from Venice to Murano, Burano, and Torcello. You’ll watch a short glassmaking demonstration, enjoy free time for shopping and food, and hear multilingual commentary from your guide aboard the boat.

“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 - Leaving Venice by boat
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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

Spend five hours with an English-speaking guide such as Elena, Manu, or Alexandra, traveling by private or small-group boat from Venice to Murano and Burano. Watch glassblowing and lacemaking, then enjoy free time for photos, food, shopping, and island walks.

“Alexandra was excellent. Knowledgeable, friendly and well organized. We really enjoyed touring with her. She's funny too!”

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Venice: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica Tour - Inside Doge’s Palace, where Venice ruled
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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

Explore Venice’s Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica in 2.5 to 3 hours with a live guide in five languages. See the palace prisons, cross the Bridge of Sighs, and admire the basilica’s golden mosaics. Select options add the terrace, museum, and Pala d’Oro.

“The tour was fantastic! Thanks to our tour leader (Diana) who was equal parts knowledgeable and friendly. We really enjoyed it!”

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Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride - Following Venice’s main waterway at the Grand Canal
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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

Start near St. Mark’s Square for a guided walk through Venice’s back streets, passing La Fenice, Scala del Bovolo, and Rialto Bridge. Then ride a traditional gondola for 30 minutes along the Grand Canal and smaller canals. Guides may vary, with past standouts including Nadia, Francesca, Elena, and Christina.

“We were disappointed with this tour. Tour guide was so monotone and found it hard to focus on what she was saying. The gondala portion was a rip off. We could have just booked that separate on our own. The guy didnt even say one word to us until it came time to ask for a tip. He was on his phone or conversing with other gondaliers.”

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Venice: Rialto Bridge & Offbeat Unusual Venice Walking Tour - Scala Contarini del Bovolo and Venice’s unusual details
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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 Venice’s quieter lanes with guides such as Valentina, Francesco, and Rosalina, seeing Casanova’s house, Scala Contarini del Bovolo, La Fenice, and lesser-known canal views. Add the optional gondola ride for 30 minutes on the Grand Canal and smaller waterways.

“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 - Meeting beneath the winged lion
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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

Meet near the winged lion in St. Mark’s Square for a three-hour guided visit to St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. Guides such as Claire, Cristina, and Alessandro bring the art, politics, and legends to life. Museum tickets are included for later self-guided visits.

“We totally enjoyed our tour our guide Claire was very enthusiastic and informative. It would have been nice to have a break for a drink before entering the church. personal preference only.”

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Private 3 hrs Venice Tour: St Mark's, Walking tour & Boat tour - Inside St. Mark’s Basilica
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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

Explore St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, then walk through Castello’s quiet lanes before a one-hour Grand Canal boat ride. English-speaking guides such as Christina Pigozzo, Adriana, and Francesco have led this tour, though the guide varies. Expect a break between the walking and boat portions.

“Grand Canal cruise was in a boat that is used also as a water taxi which is closed in and unable to take photos or move around. Cramped space. Walking tour was good but also too many shops being pointed out during the trip. Use of communication system was excellent.”

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Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour - San Polo and Venice’s old bacaro tradition
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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

Start near Rialto Market with coffee and pastries, then visit eight food stops for cicchetti, regional wine, seafood, cured meats, pasta or risotto, sweets and gelato. Guides such as Anna, Marianna, Sara, Greta, Mercedes and Carlo bring local stories, practical dining advice and a relaxed pace.

“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 - Starting at Campo San Bartolomeo and crossing toward Rialto
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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 guide from Campo San Bartolomeo to Rialto Market, Campo San Polo, Frari Basilica, and Campo Santa Margherita. Try cicchetti, buranelli, gelato, and other Venetian specialties at about five local stops. Guides may include Tone, Ana, Denis, Vanessa, or Michaela.

“Ana was so friendly and she explained a lot about stores, markets and also culture of venice😍 I didn't know that we would have so much fun in this tour.”

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