Experience the best of Venice in one day! Explore iconic sights like St Marks Church and Doges Palace, take a gondola ride, and visit the artisan crafts of Murano and Burano.
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Basilica di San Marco - We provide the skip the line tickets, so walk right past the long queue and go right on inside. During November through March, St. Mark’s Basilica does not offer skip the line entry because lines are generally non-existent.
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Doge’s Palace - As you explore the Doge’s Palace, you’ll hear about the wild ways of the Venetian Republic under the rule of elected magistrates. This tour not only showcases the interior of this ornate palace, but also goes in depth about the crime and legal system that was once in place in the city of Venice. Admire classic works of Venetian art and visit Doge’s Palace’s main sights, such as the Grand Staircase and the Bridge of Sighs. You’ll even get to see some of the prison cells that were functional during the time of the Venetian Republic.
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Venice - Time to Board your Gondola! After your visit to St Marks and the Doges Palace conclude, it’s time to partake in that quintessential Venice activity. That’s right, step right up to your gondola boat! Left in the care of a trusted gondolier, enjoy the beauty of Venice from the water. Fun fact: in the Venetian dialect, “gondolier” translates into “rowing master”. Glide through the panoramic Canals in a gondola accommodating upto 5 participants.
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Venice - As your enchanting gondola ride concludes, you’ll have some free time to enjoy a delightful lunch (at your own expense) before re-joining your guide for an exciting afternoon of exploration.
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Murano - Dive into the age old craft of Glass Blowing on one of Venice’s most famous islands! Accompanied by your guide you will enjoy a glass blowing demonstration learning all the ins and outs of this old Italian craft
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Burano - Make your way through Burano’s cosy streets on Venice’s most colourful islands - known to be a true insta-paradise. Here we head to a lace making workshop where you’ll witness a lace making demonstration by locals with an impeccable eye for detail!
- Glass Blowing Demonstration
- Professional, English Speaking Guide
- 30 Minute Gondola Ride
- Small-group size, maximum 20 participants
- Some Free Time to Explore Burano Island
- Round Trip Transportation to/from Murano & Burano Island
- Skip-the-line Entry and Guided tour of the Doge’s Palace
- Skip-the-Line Entry and Guided tour of St Marks Basilica
- Lace Making Demonstration
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Want to uncover the finest of Venice but squeezed for time? This guided trip fuses the city’s top-notch landmarks into a single day tour! Savor fast track entry into the St Marks Church, behold the corridors of the Doges Palace, and view the city from its canals during your gondola ride, led by our experienced Gondoliers!
Post a relaxed lunch break, our tour launches into an expedition to the globally acclaimed islands of Murano and Burano. Our guide will steer you through the most picturesque alleys of the islands as you head towards witnessing the centuries-old practice of Lace creation and Glass Blowing. This guided trip is an ideal blend of Venetian History, Domestic Artistry, and Tourism!
- Please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not allowed inside.
- The remainder of the itinerary is spent walking from one place to the next alongside the guide and travelling to the next site
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.