Why choose this Venice tour ?

Discover the beauty of Venice on a guided tour to top sights like the Rialto market, the Rialto Bridge, and St Mark’s Square. Explore the city’s veins on a gondola ride through the canals.

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What makes Private Venice Highlights Tour with opt. Gondola a unique experience ?

Get your camera ready for your stroll through one of the world’s most romantic cities. Walk across the first bridge and pass by the 15th-century San Rocco school and church.

Go around the corner to see the Frari Chapel, a popular wedding location.

Stop at San Polo Square, where Venetians used to organize bullfights for Carnival.

Make your way to the lively Rialto market where locals go for fresh fish and produce. Have the opportunity to buy a snack or drink at the market, browse the local delicacies, and go souvenir shopping.

Cross the grand Rialto Bridge and take in the views of the canal. Learn about the lives of traders and merchants. 

Be awed by the grandeur of the central square of Venice, St Marks Piazza. Watch as your guide points out the mosaics adorning St Mark’s Basilica and its clock tower and the Campinale (bell tower)

Admire views of Doge’s Palace which for over 1000 years served as the government administration center for the region. Hop aboard a gondola and step back in time on this mode of travel that was once regularly used by upper class Venetians. Take in views of the city from the water and pass under romantic bridges

Finish your tour in St Mark’s Square.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Rialto Bridge with Gondola
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    1.5h Tour with Gondola: This tour option includes a 1-hour walking tour and 30-minute Gondola ride
    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Admire gondolas, colorful houses, the Rialto Bridge, and the Grand Canal. Learn about Venice’s golden days and Marco Polo.
    Starting point:
    Hard Rock Cafe Rock Shop, Salizzada Pio X, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
  • 4h Highlights & Catamaran Tour
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    Duration: 4 hours: This option includes a 2.5h walking tour of Venice and a 1.5h catamaran tour at the end of the tour.
    Dropoff location: Tour finishes at Riva dei Sette Martiri at beginning of Via Garibaldi.
  • Canareggio Tour w/o Gondola
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    1-hour walking tour : This option does not include a gondola ride.
    Duration: 1 hour: Uncover the history of the world’s first Jewish Ghetto, stroll along charming alleys, and see hidden synagogues.
    Starting point:
    Colonna di San Marco, Piazzetta S. Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
  • St Mark’s Square with Gondola
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    1.5h Tour with Gondola: This tour option includes a 1-hour walking tour and a 30-minute Gondola ride
    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Marvel at the iconic piazza, the bell tower, and the basilica. Conclude at Doge’s Palace, admiring the Grand Canal’s view
    Starting point:
    Colonna di San Marco, Piazzetta S. Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
  • St Mark’s Square w/o Gondola
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    1-hour walking tour : This option does not include a gondola ride.
    Duration: 1 hour: Marvel at the iconic piazza, the bell tower, and the basilica. Conclude at Doge’s Palace, admiring the Grand Canal’s view
    Starting point:
    Colonna di San Marco, Piazzetta S. Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
  • 2.5h Highlights Tour + Gondola
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    Tour with Gondola: This option includes a 30-minute gondola ride at the end of the tour.
    Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: See the highlights of Venice during the 2-hour walking tour and finish with a 30-minute gondola ride.
    Highlights of Venice in 2.5h: See the Rialto Bridge, Rialto Market, St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, and St. Mark’s Basilica.
    Pickup included
  • 3.5h Highlights Tour + Gondola
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    Tour with Gondola: See the highlights of Venice during the walking tour and finish with a gondola 30-minute gondola ride.
    Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: This tour option includes a 3-hour walking tour and a 30-minute gondola ride
    Highlights of Venice in 3.5h: See the Rialto Bridge, Rialto Market, St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, Frari Chapel and San Polo Square
    Pickup included
  • 2h Highlights Tour w/o Gondola
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    Tour without Gondola: See the highlights of Venice during the walking tour. This option does not include a gondola ride.
    Duration: 2 hours: This tour option includes a 2-hour walking tour.
    Highlights of Venice in 2h: See the Rialto Bridge, Rialto Market, St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, and St. Mark’s Basilica.
    Pickup included
  • Rialto Bridge Tour w/o Gondola
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    1-hour walking tour : This option does not include a gondola ride.
    Duration: 1 hour: Admire gondolas, colorful houses, the Rialto Bridge, and the Grand Canal. Learn about Venice’s golden days and Marco Polo.
    Starting point:
    Hard Rock Cafe Rock Shop, Salizzada Pio X, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
  • Shared Tours
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Private Venice Highlights Tour with opt. Gondola Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Pick-up at a location of your choice for the 2- and 3-hour tours
  • 1-, 2-, 3-hour walking tour (depending on option selected)
  • Private licensed tour guide
  • 30-minute gondola ride (if option selected)

Not Included

  • Hotel drop-offs
  • Hotel pick-ups for 1-hour tours
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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Special Instructions:

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  • This Tour is Provided by Vexperio.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 13 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.