You call the shots on this private tour in Venice. There are visits pencilled in to see St. Marco’s Square and Rialto, as well as the chance to customise your day and explore the ‘Floating City’ under your own steam. Illaria, one of our expert, local guides, says, ‘Picture this – Gondolas gliding over the Grand Canal, the scent of fresh seafood wafting through the air and the iconic Rialto Bridge towering above it all. Rialto is where you’ll get a snapshot of the real Venice.’

Get your cameras ready at St. Marco’s Square and waltz right into the majestic Basilica with skip-the-line tickets. Brace yourselves for over 8,000 square metres of mosaics, shimmering with Byzantine gold. Your local expert will spill the tea on this historic hotspot, where East meets West in a dazzling fusion of cultures. See the iconic bronze horses – a symbol of the city – where you can choose to snag an extra ticket for an up-close encounter from the Basilica’s terrace.

Next up, you’ll make your way to Rialto, zigzagging through a maze of alleyways, quaint bridges, and charming streets known as ‘campi’. Here, you’ll have the chance to discover vibrant markets, bustling streets, and the infectious buzz of Venetian life. Don’t forget to strike a pose near the Rialto Bridge – those elegant arches and panoramic views make it the perfect backdrop for Insta-worthy snaps over the Grand Canal. And don’t forget, if there’s something you’re desperate to see, this fully customisable tour has you covered - just ask your guide on the day.

Marvel at St. Mark’s Square and enjoy skip-the-line access inside the Basilica
Be dazzled by the Byzantine mosaics inside the Basilica and lots of gold
Zigzag through the streets of Rialto and enjoy its vibrant buzz
Strike a pose by the Rialto Bridge and capture gondola shots over the Grand Canal
Enjoy a private and customisable tour with a local, friendly expert guide

This private tour can be customised to include anywhere you'd like to visit or see. On the day, talk with your guide about any landmarks or beauty spots that stand out, and they'll try their best to accommodate
The tour will take place even when it's raining. In the event of an exceptionally high tide in Venice or heavy rain, the tour may be cancelled and you will be given a full refund
Please dress appropriately when entering the Basilica
We recommend you wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water with you

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Friendly local guide
Skip-the-line ticket to St. Mark's Basilica and private guided tour inside

Transportation to the meeting point

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Column of Saint Theodore, 30100 Venezia VE, Italia

Meeting point:

Meet your guide between the two big columns in the square (Column of Saint Theodore and Column of Saint Mark). Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the start of the tour. The guide will be holding a TUI sign.