Venice’s Cemetery on San Michele Island – Private Walking Tour

Venice, Italy
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Duration4h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Discover a peaceful and lesser-known side of Venice with this 4-hour private tour to San Michele Island, the city’s historic cemetery set between Venice and Murano. Led by a licensed English-speaking guide, this unique experience combines history, art, architecture, and reflection in one of Venice’s most atmospheric locations.

Meet your guide at Piazzale Roma and begin with a short walk to the vaporetto stop. Enjoy a scenic boat ride across the lagoon to San Michele Island, where your guided exploration begins.

Surrounded by cypress trees and tranquil waters, San Michele offers a quiet contrast to Venice’s bustling streets. As you walk through the cemetery, your guide will reveal stories behind its historic tombs, inscriptions, and notable figures who chose this island as their final resting place.

This tour offers a reflective and culturally rich perspective on Venice, ideal for travelers seeking a deeper and more meaningful connection to the city.

Options

Private Tour for 2 passengers

Privat boat: Includes private boat to and from the Piazzale Roma

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 1 passenger

Privat boat: Includes private boat to and from the Piazzale Roma

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 5 passengers

Privat boat: Includes private boat to and from the Piazzale Roma

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 3 passengers

Privat boat: Includes private boat to and from the Piazzale Roma

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 4 passengers

Privat boat: Includes private boat to and from the Piazzale Roma

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Private Tour for 6 passengers

Privat boat: Includes private boat to and from the Piazzale Roma

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

What's included

  • Private licensed English-speaking guide (4 hours)
  • Meeting point at Piazzale Roma
  • Vaporetto tickets
  • Entrance fees (if applicable)
  • Food, drinks, and personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Piazzale Roma
    15m
    Meet your guide and walk to the vaporetto stop.
  2. 4h
    Boat Transfer to San Michele Island
    Enjoy a short scenic ride across the Venetian Lagoon.

    San Michele Cemetery Exploration
    Guided walk through the island’s historic and artistic highlights.

    Notable Graves & Cultural Figures
    Visit resting places of poets, artists, musicians, and historical figures.

    Modern Architecture & Lagoon Views
    Explore the Chipperfield extension and enjoy panoramic views.
  3. Piazzale Roma
    15m
    Boat transfer back to the city.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The guide will meet you in the Piazzale Roma with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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