A Day in Venice Private Tour with Doge’s Palace and Gondola

Venice, Italy
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

See Venice's Jewish Ghetto, Rialto, St. Mark's Basilica, and Doge's Palace in one full-day walking tour capped at 10 travelers. A local historian guide puts the city's Jewish heritage, marketplace, religious landmarks, and political history in context, while prearranged entrance covers the synagogues, St. Mark's Basilica, and Doge's Palace. A gondola ride through the Grand Canal and smaller canals offers a different view of Venice, with time for lunch at a local eatery.

What's included

  • Jewish Ghetto, gondola ride, Doge’s Palace,St Mark's Basilica, Rialto Market and Bridgea.Full day tour 7 hourstour,
  • Brigde of Sighs,Bell tower Panorama,Clock Tower Panorama, St Mark's Square Panaorama.
  • Professional local historian guide,entrance fees synagouges
  • Tip or gratuity Entry tax Goods & services tax Lunch / Drinks Personal expenses Any transportation. Optionals.
  • No transportaion of any kind.. Hotel pick up,Drop off

What to expect

  1. Ghetto Ebraico
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Jewish Ghetto: Venice’s Rich Heritage (1 hour 30 minutes)
    Start in the Jewish Ghetto, the oldest of its kind in Europe, established in 1516. Your guide will provide historical context about the Jewish community’s role in Venice, the synagogues, and the challenges faced by the community through the years. This is a peaceful and reflective start to the day.
  2. Mercati di Rialto
    1h
    Rialto: Venice’s Historic Marketplace (60 minutes)
    Walk from the Jewish Ghetto to Rialto (approx. 10-15 minutes). Explore the Rialto area, with its historic market and iconic Rialto Bridge. Learn about the exchange of goods and ideas between East and West, and witness how this district influenced Venice’s rise as a global power. Time includes crossing the Rialto Bridge and visiting the Rialto Market.
  3. Venice
    30m
    Gondola Ride: Venice’s Timeless Tradition (30 minutes)
    Experience a 30-minute gondola ride. Glide along the Grand Canal and smaller canals, observing Venice from an intimate perspective. Your guide will share the symbolism behind the gondola and its significance in Venetian tradition.
  4. Piazza San Marco
    1m
    Lunch Break: Savor Traditional Venetian Cuisine (1 hour)
    Enjoy a one-hour lunch break. Your guide will recommend local Venetian eateries, where you can savor dishes like risotto al nero di seppia or sarde in saor. This is your chance to relax and recharge while indulging in Venetian flavors.
  5. Campanile di San Marco
    15m
    Piazza San Marco: Venice’s Ceremonial Heart
    Walk towards Piazza San Marco, taking in the grandeur of Venice’s heart. Admire the architecture of the basilica, the Campanile, the Clock Tower, and the iconic twin columns. Take in the atmosphere of the square before entering St. Mark’s Basilica.
  6. St. Mark's Basilica
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Enter St. Mark’s Basilica for a guided visit of 30 minutes. Explore its magnificent gold mosaics, intricate domes, and rich history. Learn about the basilica’s religious and political significance in Venice’s past.
  7. 2h · Admission ticket included
    Doge’s Palace: The Political Heart of Venice
    End the tour with a comprehensive 2-hour guided visit to the Doge’s Palace. Discover its political history, art, and architecture. Your guide will lead you through the grand rooms, including the Sala del Maggior Consiglio, and share the stories behind Tintoretto’s Paradise. Cross the Bridge of Sighs to visit the historic prisons.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the right side of railway station entrance.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • People with mobility impairments

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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