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First time in Venice? You'll see all the highlights of this magical city on this combined walking and boat tour. Plus, you'll skip the long lines at St. Mark's Basilica - don't waste time waiting in lines when you're on vacation!
Your comprehensive introduction to Venice begins with a two-hour walking tour highlighting all the important monuments, from San Marco Square to the Rialto Bridge. You'll learn the history behind the famous landmarks, including the basilica's Byzantine heritage and the adjoining prisons of the Doge's Palace. Plus, you'll visit the famed basilica of St. Mark's without having to stand in long queues!
Leaving the crowds behind, you'll enter a labyrinth of narrow passageways, alleys, canals and delicate bridges. Highlights include Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Marco Polo's House, an old merchant's warehouse and the most beautiful well-head in Venice, before finishing the tour near the Rialto Bridge.
Next, enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Grand Canal of Venice. Along the way you will learn the history of the stunning palaces and churches that line the famous canal, as well as anecdotes about the famous people who have resided on Venice's most important 'street'. Savoring a glass of sparkling prosecco wine, you'll also enjoy a fascinating tour of the minor canals of Venice.
Enjoy free time between the Venice Walking Tour and Grand Canal Boat Tour. Exact times vary depending on the season. Most walking tours conclude approx. 1:10pm (except Sunday at 4:00pm) and boat tours start between 4:30pm and 5:30pm.
St. Mark's Basilica is free of charge to enter and we guarantee that you'll skip any long lines as part of this tour. Venice is subject to flash floods and occasionally the Basilica is closed to the public (without notice) because of high water or festivities.
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- Three-hour combined walking and boat tour of Venice
- Two-hour walking tour highlighting San Marco, Santa Maria Formosa, Marco Polo and the Rialto Bridge
- Skip the Line entry to St. Mark's Basilica
- Relaxing cruise along the Grand Canal
- Sip a glass of prosecco wine while you cruise
- English-speaking guide
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The Grand Canal of Venice
March 6 - November 14
Daily
November 15 - January 3
Tuesday, Friday and Saturday
February 5 - February 28
Tuesday, Friday and Saturday
Tour commences from the entrance to the Royal Gardens (Giardini ex Reali) near San Marco Square
Departure Time: March 6 - November 15Daily (except Sunday) - 11:10am
Sunday - 2:00pm
November 15 - January 3 and February 6 - March 5
11:10am
Duration:
3 hours (approx.)
Return details:
Concludes near the Rialto Bridge
- Professional guide
- Skip the long lines at St. Marks Basilica
- Original Venice Walking Tour (2 hours)
- Grand Canal Boat Tour (60/70 minutes )
- Glass or two of sparkling Prosecco wine
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup or drop off
- Food and drink, unless specified
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Tour is not suitable for people in wheelchairs or with walking difficulties as passengers are required to step down onto the boat when boarding. The variation of the level of tides can make the vessel unstable
- Occasionally the Basilica will be closed to the public (without notice) because of festivities or high water
- It is possible to take the walking tour and boat tour separately (over a couple of days). Please specify the date for each tour at time of booking
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers
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A great way to explore the city, with a friendly member of the team. Read more ›
Ciaran T, United Kingdom, October 2009
The combination of the walking tour and the grand canal boat ride was wonderful. The tour guide was ... Read more ›
Darlene L, United States of America, November 2009
