Start with a two hour Original Venice Walking Tour featuring all the important monuments from San Marco Square to the Rialto Bridge. Visit St. Mark's Square and learn the history that lies behind the walls of its most famous landmarks, the Basilica and its Byzantine heritage and the Doge's Palace and its adjoining prisons, that retain the true secrets to comprehend how a city built on swamps became one of the most enlightened cities in the western world. Visit the famed Basilica of St. Marks without having to stand in long queues!

Then, leave the crowds behind to discover the real Venice and enter a labyrinth of narrow passageways, alleys, canals and delicate bridges. Explore Campo Santa Maria Formosa with its Gothic Palaces and at the Scuola di San Marco learn about the famous trade schools that provided the foundations of the great mercantile empire. See Marco Polo's House, and enjoy tales of this legendary globe-trotting Venetian. Admire the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo "the Pantheon of Venice", enter an old merchant's warehouse and see the most beautiful well-head in Venice, before finishing the tour near the Rialto Bridge. In between the Venice walking tour and boat tour, you will have free time. Exact time will vary (depends on time of year).

Next, take the Grand Canal Boat Tour. Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Grand Canal of Venice where you will learn the history of the stunning palaces and churches that line its banks, as well as a few anecdotes about the famous people who have resided on Venice's most important street. Savor a glass of sparkling Prosecco wine, as you enjoy a fascinating tour of the minor canals of Venice.

Skip the Line! Book your Venice in One Day Tour ahead of time to take advantage of jumping the queue at St. Marks Basilica. Don't waste time waiting in lines!

  Book online and save over 20% off the local price in Venice
- BOOK NOW!

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

See departures times below

Unavailable Dates:

• September 7
• November 9
• December 26

Departure Point:

Tour commences from the entrance to the Royal Gardens (Giardini ex Reali) near San Marco Square

Departure Time:

• Daily at 2:00pm (April 1 to July 13, 2008)
• Daily at 11:10am except Sunday at 2:00pm (July 14 to November 15, 2008
• Tuesday, Friday and Saturday at 11:10am (November 18, 2008 to January 03, 2009)

Return details:

Tour concludes near the Rialto Bridge.

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel pick up is not available

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Original Venice Walking Tour (2 hours)
• Grand Canal Boat Tour (1 hour 10 minutes)
• English speaking guide
• Skip the long lines at St. Marks Basilica
• A glass or two of delicious sparkling Prosecco wine

Exclusions:

• Optional gratuities
• Food and drink, unless specified

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date.
• Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking.
• Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
• It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring along a windbreaker or jacket.
• Please be aware of the dress regulations required to enter places of worship on this tour. Knees and shoulders must be covered - no shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Large bags are not permitted inside.
• Please note, occasionally the Basilica will be closed to the public (without notice) because of festivities or high water.
• This tour is not suitable for wheelchair bound passengers.
• 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.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

Go back to top to select a date