Venice in a Day Private Tour

Venice, Italy

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Enjoy an exclusive tour of Venice with a private expert guide, and make the most of this incredible city and see all of the highlights. Begin in Saint Mark's Square for a perfect view of Saint Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, the private chapel of the dukes of Venice until the 19th century. Get privileged access, and skip the long lines to enter the grand basilica and enjoy up-close views of the golden mosaics. Then skip the lines to the Doge's Palace to travel through 7 centuries of history as you see the palace prisons and court rooms, and stop on the Bridge of Sighs to see the last view of Venice that prisoners saw before they were locked in their cells. Your guide will then give recommendations for lunch, and after a short break continue your tour. Walk to the covered Rialto Bridge and discover the house where Marco Polo once lived. Go to the Renaissance church of the Campo Santa Maria Formosa, where you will end your perfect day true Venetian style in a private gondola ride

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Piazza San Marco, 31024 Venice Italy

Your experience of Venice begins in the iconic St Mark's square where you will also meet your guide.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Basilica di San Marco, Piazza San Marco 328, 30124 Venice Italy

Next, skip the long lines and enter this beautiful and ornate basilica as your guide provides you with anecdotes of its history.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Doge's Palace, Piazza San Marco, 1, 30124 Venice Italy

Next make your way to the Doge's Palace again with VIP entry, the political center of Venice. Your expert guide will share the secrets of the private hidden apartments, and you will see impressive halls such as the Hall of Great Council. The tour takes a more sinister turn as you visit the prison, as well as an extensive private weapons collection. Upon exiting, you will stop at the notorious Bridge of Sighs.

After this visit, your guide will provide you with some great recommendations to stop to eat and have refreshments before continuing on your tour.

The rest of the day will be spent on foot exploring the narrow winding streets to unexpected squares and bridges. Visit the Rialto bridge and see Marco Polo's house before stopping in Campo Santa Maria Formosa for your private gondola ride.

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes

Stop At: Campo Santa Maria Formosa, Castello, Venice Italy

Your guide will escort you to your very own private gondola ride - the best way to complete a day in Venice! They will ensure you will have everything you need before embarking on a relaxing journey through the canals on your gondola.

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions

private expert local guide
skip the line tickets to St Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace
private gondola ride
Entry/Admission - Basilica di San Marco
Entry/Admission - Campo Santa Maria Formosa
Entry/Admission - Doge's Palace

Exclusions

food and drinks
gratuities (optional)

Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Please adhere to the up-to-date COVID-19 protocols. LivTours is not responsible for anyone unable to adhere to these regulations, and will result in the loss of tour without a refund.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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