OVERVIEW

Venice is the one of the world’s most romantic cities; its gondolas Venice’s most romantic image. In use since the 11^th century, they’re perfectly adapted for negotiating narrow canals. To glide along the canals in these elegant vessels is a remarkable experience.

This tour gives you all the best Venice has to offer. You’ll enjoy a private walking tour to its most famous sights with a licensed local guide plus an unforgettable gondola ride for a time-honored perspective of the city. 

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Your unforgettable day begins in world-famous St. Mark’s Square. Your guide will show you the interior of the Palazzo Ducale; one-time residence of the powerful rulers of Venice. Afterward you’ll visit St. Mark’s Basilica with its wondrous treasures.

Your guide will tell you about Piazza San Marco, one of the world’s most famous squares, and show you other important sights like the Rialto Bridge, Grand Canal and Bridge of Sighs.

At the end of the walking tour, your guide will escort you to the gondola departure point from where you’ll enjoy a 30 minute ride in this oh so Venetian mode of transportation. With your gondolier, you’ll reach a few of the narrower canals to see some of this unique city’s hidden gems.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Palazzo Ducale (Ducal Palace)
• St Mark’s Basilica
• Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square)
• La Fenice Theater
• Grand Canal
• Rialto Bridge
• Bridge of Sighs
• Gondola ride

Included: Private tour with licensed local guide, gondola ride

Not included: Admissions to churches, museums and other sites.