Activities & Tours: Veneto

Guided Tour of the Jewish Ghetto in Venice with Cannaregio & Synagogues Visit

Cannaregio is one of Venice’s most fascinating districts. Characterised by its long and wide canals, Cannaregio, which in the past was the home of many venetian painters, is still home of lively neighbourhoods. Considered the northern part of the city and the largest and most populated of the Venetian Sestieri, famous for the works of art of its churches and its oldest Jewish Ghetto in Europe. Crossed by the Cannaregio Canal, it's the only one in the historic center together with the Grand Canal which is served by Steamboats Join a private tour in the morning or in the afternoon. It's very suggestive! Don't miss it!

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based on 7 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $332.01

Lakes of the Dolomites: Misurina, Braies, 3 Peaks & Cortina starting from Venice

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the lakes of the Dolomites starting and ending in Venice. A professional English speaking driver, local of the Dolomites, will meet you at Piazzale Roma You will have a fast view on the Prosecco land (from the highway), on the dam of Longarone and stop by Pieve di Cadore, birthtown of the painter Tiziano Vecellio Drive to lake Auronzo and lake Misurina and up to 3 Cime di Lavaredo (available approx. from end of May to October). You will drive further to lake Landro, lake Dobbiaco and finally to the amazing lake Braies for small walk or row boat ride (boat available only in the summer time). Lunch options*: local farm or on the lake river. A short stop in Cortina d'Ampezzo city centre and drive back to Venice through the Cadore valley. You will stop for pictures and receive explanations about the mountains, history and traditions and a map of the itinerary. Bottles of water and Wi-Fi free on board. *extra cost

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based on 4 reviews

See Details → Duration :9 hours
From $713.81

Venice Art Walking Tour with Traditional Spritz and Gondola Ride

Our exclusive (very) small-group walking tour guided by a professional and expert history and cultural guide will give you a comprehensive and pleasant introduction to the art, the history, and the amazing local food & wine scene at once, in a fun informative and tasteful way like no other tour. Should you fell to make your Venetian experience even more complete, add our half hour Gondola Ride for a romantic, special and unexpected views of the city from its founding element, water. Culture is made of art, history, tradition and flavours. These are the real souls of Venice, a unique city like no other. Wander through the cobbled streets and over the bridge of Venice Discover the stunning buildings that make up St. Mark’s Square Sip a traditional venetian spritz Admire the iconic Rialto Bridge over the Grand Canal Take a half-hour gondola ride and see the city from a different perspective

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based on 14 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $120.63

Venice: Gondola Ride and Walking Tour with a Private Guide

This is the tour for those that come to Venice for the first time: we will talk about the winged lion, the story of St Mark being brought to Venice from Egypt, his “golden church”, and then Theodore, killing a dragon, and, of course, when, how and why the Venetians have built a city on hundreds of thousands of wooden poles stuck in the mud of the lagoon. We will visit St Mark’s square, the basilica and we will end at the Rialto bridge on the Grand Canal. Walking across the city --you can choose between the Castello or San Marco districts-- we will also see some of the hidden corners in Venice, understanding everyday life in the city, its problems, what is like to live in such a city and about the “high water” phenomenon and what is on to protect the city and the lagoon. And, last but not least: a 30 minutes Gondola ride to end with an unforgettable experience.

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See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $392.87

Venice: St. Mark's Basilica guided tour & Grand Canal by gondola

Enjoy a guided tour, with skip-the-line admission, of the exquisite St. Mark’s Basilica to discover its beautiful Byzantine art and architecture. Then, take a 30-minute gondola ride down Venice’s Grand Canal and see some of the city’s famous landmarks. Pass by Mozart’s House, La Fenice Theatre, and the Peggy Guggenheim Collections, and more. • Enjoy skip-the-line admission to St. Mark’s Basilica for a guided tour • Marvel at the Byzantine art and architecture of this “Golden Basilica” • Take a classic gondola ride down the famous Grand Canal of Venice • Cruise by Mozart’s House, Le Fenice Theatre, and much more

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based on 6 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 hours 30 minutes
From $83

Venice: Ghosts and Legends Evening Private Walking Tour

A fascinating Venice by night tour discovering the abundant amount of secrets hidden within Venice, during which you will immerse yourself in the unreal and ancient atmosphere that pervades this beautiful city after dark. You will be lead through off the beaten track streets with your expert guide and be enlightened with ancient legends, ghost stories, unsolved enigmas, fascinating mysteries, and local hearsay about the history of the floating city. Venice is indeed known for being the most romantic of the romantic cities, but after dark, the romance factor suddenly dissolves to leave room to mystery and melancholy: Venice is a city with a long history behind it and, inevitably, that history contains a few skeletons and secrets. The city’s darker side might leave you feeling a bit shaken, if you feel more comfortable in hiding away from the many ghosts you’ll meet during this tour, you are welcome to wear your own Venetian carnival mask!

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based on 5 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $275.89

Doge's Palace skip-the-line guided tour & access to St. Mark's Basilica Terrace

Immerse yourself in the history of Venice by taking part in this two-hour visit to the most prestigious attractions of the city: the Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica of which you will be accessing the museum & terrace. You will start your tour with a visit to one of the most breath-taking buildings of Venice: the Doge’s Palace, residence of the Doge and seat of local magistrates until the fall of the Venetian Republic. The Palace houses many extraordinary masterpieces that you will have the opportunity to admire up close, like the Giants’ and the Golden Staircases or the canvas that portray the Paradise by the famous painter Tintoretto. You will also cross the Bridge of Sighs and tour the New Prisons where, during the Serenissima, the criminals were detained. Afterwards, our guide will take you to St. Mark’s Museum located inside St. Mark’s Basilica and to the terrace, from which you will have the opportunity to admire St. Mark’s Square from above and take wonderful pictures!

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based on 1 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $112.88

Friendinvenice Cannaregio &Jewish Heritage- private tour

The Cannaregio sestiere (district) in Venice is characterized by a lot of authenticity and history, but it is often ignored by tourists. You will be surprised by its beauty and the peace and quiet.During our walk we will reach the Jewish community of Venice ."ghetto" the most ancient ghetto in the world. the word "ghetto". Invented by the Venetian Jews, it was originally a simple toponym: "ghetto" is nothing but the hardening of the Ashkenazi pronunciation, that is of the German Jews who first arrived in this place, of the term "geto", which indicated a foundry (place where the molten metal is "thrown") In the years before 1516 many other Jews had sought protection in the city, escaping from the hinterland due to the wars. Soon the Ghetto assumed international notoriety and, after the Germans, began to welcome Jews from the most disparate points of the diaspora, Spain and Portugal, Italians, Marranos. Within a few meters there were five synagogues.

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based on 3 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $151.78

Private Walking Tour: Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto

Visit the popular neighbourhood of Cannaregio. Your will admire some monuments, palaces and churches in one of the ancient but richest area of the town: the famous Jewish Ghetto. “Ghetto” is a Venetian word meaning “foundry” because the Jewish quarter was built replacing a foundry. This name now means “Jewish District” all over the world. Here you will also join a visit of the Jewish Synagogues with specialized guides.

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based on 5 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $206.95

Venice Boat Tour + Exclusive Murano Glass Show

Are you looking for the most unique tour ever? Start the experience discovering the Grand Canal by boat, with its majestic palaces and treasures rich of history and legends. You will get the most exclusive view of the city, immersed in a colorful paradise. Directly by boat we will then arrive to Murano Island to meet and enjoy a fresh aperitif with a famous Master Glassblower, who will surprise you with an exclusive glassblowing show at his private studio. A unique opportunity to meet and talk with a real Murano Artist famous for his glass operas all over the world!

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See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $271.14

Small-group Doge's Palace Skip-the-line Tour

Meet the local guide and start an incredible journey through history and art to discover one of the most famous museums in the city: Doge's palace. A stunning building embellished by the most famous Italian artists of 1500. Masterpieces of Italian painters as Tintoretto, Tiziano and Veronese are preserved in this palace, now a museum. Discover the secrets of Venice governments, visit the prisons and listen to legends around this palace. Your local guide will show you the most interesting paintings, the most beautiful and interesting rooms such as the majestic Sala del Maggior Consiglio, an incredible hall which is one of the largest in the world. In this enchanting palace you will lose track of time and you will fly with your imagination to the past when these beautiful halls were full of people discussing the destiny of Venice. Many legends and stories populate the palace and the prisons. See how the prisoners lived and cross the Bridge of Sighs, like they used to do in the past.

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based on 3 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $87.43

Venice in a day

this tour is the perfect combination to visit the most important attractions of venice in one day ... it's perfect for people traveling by train or by car from other cities and want to spend a full day in Venice. we will organize for you a Grand Canal boat tour to Murano, a visit of a famous glass factory, a city tour of venice's famous spot like San Marco square and Rialto bridge and a way back transfer to train station or to your hotel in Venice

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based on 2 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $1106.69

Secret Venice, an unusual walk - Private Walking Tour

Come with me and discover the hidden parts of this amazing city! I will take you to the most authentic Venetian neighborhoods, for intriguing stories, weird discoveries, and wonderful locations. The purpose of this tour is to show you the real, hidden Venice, leading you to less touristic locations, off the beaten track. You’ll get to experience hidden spots full of interesting stories and architecture. I offer tours in specific districts of Venice, and I am sure to bring you to places that you would not be able to reach and find without me, in order to obtain the most authentic experience possible. There’s a whole secret Venice that deserves to be discovered too: that’s what you will do thanks to this Venice tour. Through a nice and relaxing walk around the city called, you’ll feel and behave more and more like a real Venetian – and this is going to help you enjoy Venice in the best way!

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based on 60 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $415.42

From Venice: Private Tour of Verona

Take a speedy train out of Venice, bound straight for the heart of historic Verona. After 1 hour aboard the comfortable train, you’ll meet your private guide at Verona’s main station, ready to escort you through the city for a 5-hour tour. Amble through the winding cobblestone alleyways, surrounded on all sides by ornate, centuries-old buildings, listening all the while to your guide’s expert commentary on the city’s fascinating histories. Learn about Juliet’s Balcony, which sits upon a 14th-century gothic building said to have inspired Shakespeare’s famous monologue in Romeo and Juliet. Parade through the sprawling Piazza delle Erbe, Verona’s bustling main square. Learn about 2 millennia of Roman and Italian history as you gaze upon the Roman Bridge, dating back to 100 BCE, before stopping by the Basilica of San Zeno, which broke ground in the 10th century. After experiencing Verona, you’ll hop back on the train to Venice with included return tickets.

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based on 2 reviews

See Details → Duration :7 hours 30 minutes
From $282.21

Private Walking Tour of Venice's Old Town with Gondola Ride

Enjoy a romantic gondola ride on the Grand Canal and explore the city on foot with a Private Guide. See St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Bridge, and more. Extended option: see also Chiesa di San Zaccaria, Campo Santo Stefano, and more. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2,5-hour: Short Walking Tour of the Old Town & Gondola Ride See St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, and more on a 2-hour walking tour of the Old Town led by a Private Guide. Includes tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola ride with live commentary by Gondolier or mobile app guide. 3,5-hour: Extended Walking Tour of the Old Town & Gondola Ride Visit the Church of San Zaccaria and see St. Mark's Basilica and Rialto Bridge on a 3-hour walking tour of the Old Town led by a Private Guide. Includes tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola ride with live commentary by Gondolier or mobile app guide.

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based on reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $258.52

Activities & Tours: Veneto

Guided Tour of the Jewish Ghetto in Venice with Cannaregio & Synagogues Visit

Lakes of the Dolomites: Misurina, Braies, 3 Peaks & Cortina starting from Venice

Venice Art Walking Tour with Traditional Spritz and Gondola Ride

Venice: Gondola Ride and Walking Tour with a Private Guide

Venice: St. Mark's Basilica guided tour & Grand Canal by gondola

Venice: Ghosts and Legends Evening Private Walking Tour

Doge's Palace skip-the-line guided tour & access to St. Mark's Basilica Terrace

Friendinvenice Cannaregio &Jewish Heritage- private tour

Private Walking Tour: Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto

Venice Boat Tour + Exclusive Murano Glass Show

Small-group Doge's Palace Skip-the-line Tour

Venice in a day

Secret Venice, an unusual walk - Private Walking Tour

From Venice: Private Tour of Verona

Private Walking Tour of Venice's Old Town with Gondola Ride

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