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Glide through historic canals, cross marble bridges and explore palaces, churches and neighbourhoods shaped by centuries of life on the Venetian Lagoon.
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Top Venice tours and activities
Compare 12 selected ways to experience Venice, with live availability, operator details and secure booking.
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Choose your Venice
Four ways into the destination
Choose the side of Venice that fits your interests, then use the live experiences above to compare the details.
See Venice from the water and understand why the canals remain the city’s essential streets.
Explore the ceremonial heart of Venice through its mosaics, chambers and remarkable architecture.
Step away from the busiest lanes for workshops, churches, collections and lived-in local quarters.
Cross the lagoon for glassmaking, vivid island streets and a different rhythm of Venetian life.
Look beyond the icons
Venice reveals its character one bridge at a time.
Beyond the headline sights, quiet campos, artisan workshops and lagoon islands show how this extraordinary city still lives and breathes.
Know before you go
Plan your Venice experience
When to visit
Spring and early autumn offer comfortable walking weather; expect peak crowds around major holidays and summer weekends.
Getting around
Walking and vaporetti are the practical ways to travel. Allow extra time: getting pleasantly lost is part of Venice.
What to book
Reserve the Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Basilica and popular small-group tours well ahead in busy periods.
What to combine
Pair St Mark’s with Castello, Rialto with San Polo, or devote a half-day to Murano and Burano.
Helpful answers
Venice tour FAQs
Useful information for comparing and booking the experiences displayed on this page.
Are these tours operated by DiscoverEase Tours?
No. The Venice experiences displayed through the GetYourGuide widget are offered by the operators named on their activity pages. DiscoverEase Tours helps you discover them and may receive a commission from qualifying bookings.
Where is my booking completed?
Selecting an activity takes you to GetYourGuide, where you can review live availability, prices, inclusions, operator details and cancellation conditions before payment.
Which experience is best for a first visit?
A small-group highlights or history tour is a useful introduction. Add a food, nature or evening experience according to your interests.
Is hotel pickup included?
Pickup varies by activity. Check the individual listing for the exact meeting point, pickup area and arrival time before booking.
How far ahead should I book?
Book signature attractions and limited-capacity tours early during weekends, holidays and the destination’s busiest travel periods.
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