Welcome to the glorious, incomparable city of Venice, Italy. With its grand marble palaces and churches seeming to float atop the city's many canals, and boasting the world's most artistic masterpieces per square mile, this city will amaze you.

Take a private Venice tour and see the city's famous sights and utterly charming neighbourhoods with a friendly local guide.

Hop on a gondola, or do as the locals do and take a Vaporetto (water-bus) along Venice's fabled Grand Canal. Your guide will point out the architectural wonders as you glide along, from the Rialto Bridge to Doge's Palace and Piazza San Marco. Make sure to go inside the Basilica di San Marco, one of the most spectacular houses of worship in the world. Spend an afternoon in the elegant Dorsudoro District, where you can gaze at the works of the Venetian Old Masters in the venerable Gallerie dell'Accademia.

Your guide is happy to tailor a private Venice tour that suits your unique interests in this beautiful city.

Venice

If you stay in Venice just one day, this tour is the best for you.
In few hours, you will have a good introduction over the History, the traditional activities, the most important monuments and some of the best places in the City.
You will start visiting one of the most beautiful glass factories on Murano islands, where you will see how our glass masters create their stuffs using techniques that were developed on the island Centuries ago.
Back to Venice, you will walk into some of the less beaten areas of the City, where you will see how and where the locals like me live.
You will take a "traghetto" (a little gondola) to cross the Gran Canal in about 2 minutes, in order to visit the open air market in Rialto.
Crossing the most famous bridge in the world, you will walk to the Piazza San Marco, where you will hear about the wonderful History of the Republic of Venice, admiring the Basilica of St Mark's the Doge's Palace, and much more.
A complete tour, the best one for people staying in Venice just few hours

A must if you stay in Venice just one day

Venice In A Day Private Tour

Round trip from Venice to Verona with private transportation and guide in Verona

Verona is among the most stunning products of centuries of Italian city-cultivating, adorned with the hothouse refinements of the Veneto's unique history. After Venice, Verona will give you a "sense" of the landscape and of the palette you have admired in the paintings of Paolo Veronese (yes, he was from Verona) in the Doges' Palace. Venice and Verona united in 1404 becoming the envy of Italy: peaceful and prosperous.

Today Verona is even in better shape than it has been in centuries. It's economy is one of the great succes stories of post-war Italy. It is delightful: as red, elegant and precious as the rose bower in the medieval Roman de la Rose.
A private driver picks you up at your cruise port or at Piazzale Roma in Venice and drives you to Verona.

I meet you and we do a 3 hrs tour. You have 2 hrs free time at disposal. Then you meet your driver again and you are dropped at your hotel/cruise port in Venice. Enquire for bigger groups!

Verona is at easy reach from Venice, only 1h and 15 minutes. The city of the Summer Opera Festival and of Romeo &amp; Juliet

Tour Of The Doge's Palace And S.Mark's Basilica

The Doge's Palace was the political centre of Venice, it hosted the government and the city court together with the apartments of the Doge when Venice was a Republic. The Palace is an amazing example of Venetian Gothic architecture and stands along the waterfront overlooking the Lagoon. We'll discover the history of the Republic and the beautiful rooms of the Palace decorated with masterpieces by Venetian painters such as Tintoretto and Paolo Veronese. These masters where chosen by the Venetian government with the aim to represent the power of Venice on water and on land, using exquisite colours and light to define religious and political scenes. You will be captured by the scale and beauty of their art.
The tour continues with the Basilica dedicated to S. Marco, a typical example of Byzantine style decorated with 8000 sqm of breathtaking golden mosaics. Walking inside the Basilica is like entering a jewelry box full of golden reflections and an immense variety of colours, it is a real lifetime experience.

"Doge Antonio Grimani Kneeling Before the Faith" by Titian

Golden mosaics of the Basilica di San Marco

The heart of politics and religion in Venice

Bacaro Tour Unblended: A Pure Venice Experience For Foodies

Bacaro tour unblended means that we will do that in the pure Venetian way, not to lower levels.
Venetians think that a Bacaro tour is much more than eating and drinking, is actually a kind of ritual. The bacari are more than simple wine-bars, they are institutions where locals go to socialise, relax and have fun .
This tour is a full immersion into this local 'philosophy', a must-do if you really want to discover the most genuine Venice.
We will explore Venice's back-streets to find the best bacari where you will mingle with locals.
You will learn (and taste ) what 'Cicchetti' are ( and why you don't have to call it tapas !) and why we call 'ombra' a glass of wine.
The tastiness of Cicchetti will delight your palate, the variety of wines will tickle your soul and the local atmosphere will win you over.
This tour is a perfect introduction to Venice and will give you the confidence ( thanks to all my precious insider tips and info !) to keep exploring it by yourself avoiding the classical touristy traps

5 tasty cicchetti and 4 glasses of local wine are included 

A private food and wine tour like the locals do

Occasions for shopping, amazing works of art, lunch in a typical Venetian restaurant, time to see both the highlights and the hidden treasures. . . for a whole day, I'll be at your disposal!
I will tell you stories and secrets about the city I came to know and love through years of wandering and studying.
We will enter some of the most beautiful buildings in the city, I'll show you uncommon routes, and we'll enjoy some local sweets along the way.

This tour is 100% personalizable. Do you want a ride in a gondola? Would you like to change any of the destinations? Are you in need of a pause? Just tell me, I'll be all yours for a day!

A private tour with a guide for a day in Venice

A Full Day Tour In Venice

Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Tour of Venice

This is the ideal tour for those who would like to discover the most charming and hidden corners of Venice, without missing some highlights about the Venetian art and history.

We'll explore 3 of the 6 districts, immersing ourselves on some details of the Venetian traditions and lifestyle.

We'll admire the ancient residences of famous Venetians such as Marco Polo and Giacomo Casanova and we are going to visit one of the weirdest and most fascinating book stores in the world where you will see how it feels like to live in a city affected by the "high tides".

I will unveil the hidden meaning behind the famous Venetian masks and the Carnival and their connection with the plagues!

During the last part of our tour, we will lose ourselves in the maze of the ancient "red light district" of the city, one of the most fascinating residential areas of Venice nowadays!

Discover the secrets of Venice through the city's most authentic districts!

I have been living in Venice for years and developed a great understanding of the city. From its hidden locations to the incredible views and the strikingly beautiful areas unknown to tourists, along with anything else that a visitor wouldn't be able to find by himself in such a city: this is what you can expect from a private Venice tour with me!

With this tour I'll show you the real, hidden Venice, leading you to less touristic locations off the beaten track. You'll get to experience hidden spots full of interesting curiosities, architecture and culture. My aim is to let you enjoy Venice in the best way. I'll take care of making you save time and money during your stay in order to get most from your time here through my recommendations.

There's a whole secret Venice that deserves to be discovered too. Through a nice and relaxing walk around the city calle, you'll feel and behave more and more as a real Venetian - and this is going to help you enjoy Venice in the best way.

Let's discover Venice together!

Walk in this magic city and discover the best spots far from the crowds

Venice Off The Beaten Track Private Tour

Enjoy your first-time tour in Venice, getting to know its fascinating history and its most famous monuments.
Come with an experienced guide to discover the maze of side streets of this ancient and charming city, you'll have an in-depth insight into the political history of Venice and an understanding of the incredible longevity of La Serenissima - The Most Serene Republic of Venice.

We'll sightsee its iconic monuments, the ancient Basilica of Saint Mark with its golden mosaics and the Doge's Palace that displays many masterpieces of Venetian painting: with this tour you will discover all secrets of the most ancient republic in the world.

Let's finally walk to the Rialto bridge to have a glance at the Gran Canal, with its elegant and precious aristocratic palazzi.

Tickets and skip the line pass for the Basilica of St. Mark

The perfect private tour for first-time visitors

Venice: St. Mark, Doge's Palace and Much More

Venice Islands Private Boat Tour: Murano & Burano

Nature and history, craftsmanship and local food all in one tour! Breath a completely different atmosphere sliding on the water and along mysterious islands across the stunning and massive Venetian lagoon.

For centuries the glass factories on Murano island have been producing some of the world's greatest and most coveted glass creations. You'll have the privilege of visiting a real glass furnace with its own proper production unit and witness the magic skills of glass masters at work. A host will take over to answer your questions and to assist you.

From Murano we'll get a new taxi and ride to the fishing island of Burano, renowned throughout Europe for its marvelous lace production. Wander (and wonder at!) around its picturesque colorful alleys. Experience lace making observing one of the few (I'm afraid) real lace makers left in an authentic atelier and try the local Burano cookies!

Plenty of time for taking memorable pics until another private boat will take you back to your hotel.

view of Piazzetta San Marco from the clock tower

Experience Glass and Lace making process and enjoy a tasty stop!

Cannaregio is the most populated district of Venice, far from the chaotic and crowded streets, in Cannaregio you can have a full immersion inside the "Venice of the past": small inns, bacari, local craft shops, fish and grocery stalls where the Venetians are still doing their shopping. Within this tour, we will discover the beauties of the district, get a full immersion in Jewish culture, admire the artworks of Renaissance, Gothic and Baroque artists that are spread all over this area.
It's my favourite district of the city because that's where the authentic spirit of Venice still survives. I lived in Cannaregio for two years and it still has a special place in my heart; my favourite cafes, restaurants and the best sunset spots are located here and I find it very relaxing walking in the Fondamenta of the district. Come and join my tour to feel the same sensations!

Walking tour in Cannaregio district

The Merchant of Venice Tour

Our visit to a furnace will showcase the art of glassmaking, a very ancient art still known worldwide. You'll be astonished in watching the masters at work!
But Make your experience unforgettable! Venice is a jewel, unique in the world, so why not enrich your stay in this charming city, making your own glass bead ? This workshop will give you an unforgettable memory of Venice! It doesn't matter if you already have manual skills or you are a beginner: the skilled artisan will carefully follow you step by step and be able to make you feel satisfied and proud of your final work. This tour is a combination of the most historical sites, and the less beaten by tourist areas, immersing yourselves in the faithful to the traditions craftsmanship world of this island. 

Awaken your artistic verve with the traditional lampworking technique

The Gems Of Venice: Murano Island Tour With A Glass Bead Workshop

St. Mark's Church and The Ducal Palace Private Tour

This tour is a must for any visitor wishing to grasp Venice's main historical, artistic, political and religious facts.

St. Mark's church, once a national shrine to keep the relics of the Evangelist as the city's protector, is one of a kind building. Its architecture recalls the early Byzantine buildings of Constantinople while the 8000 sq. meters of mosaic covering the ceiling is one of the world's largest.

The Ducal Palace, now a museum, was the seat of the executive, legislative and judicial powers during 350 years in its present version. But above all it epitomises the long standing power of the Venetian Republic, the first ever in Europe. Venetians spent with no restraint calling the greatest architects and artist to decorate it providing thus to present visitors a great collection of art.

Join then this tour to visit St. Mark's church, the Ducal Palace, the old prison and the bridge of Sighs. And get also a full description of all buildings encompassing the square

Visit of Venice's two most important monuments

For those who come to Venice for the first time, St. Mark's Square is definitely a site that needs to be visited, in order to admire the outstanding Basilica, the Bell Tower, the Clock Tower, the Procuratie, the Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs.

Then visitors feel that they need to be guided not only from St. Mark's to Rialto, but also along the narrow alleys (calli), the little squares (campi and campielli), to discover architectural masterpieces (churches and palazzos, with their incredibly rich decorations) and to get in touch with everyday life of the Venetian population.

And during this walk it's amazing to figure out that getting oriented in the Venetian maze is not impossible, after all… even without Google Maps!

Venice Orientation Guided Walking Tour

First Time In Venice

Murano, Burano, Torcello: The Islands of Venice by private water-taxi

This full-day trip to Venice's outer islands takes you away from the crowds and into areas bursting with authentic local history and culture

We'll travel in luxury with our own private water-taxi, heading out to Murano to visit a glass factory and see the masters at work in their furnaces. Then you'll reach the monastery on San Francesco del Deserto for a tour of the gardens led by one of the friars. Zipping over to Burano, I'll show you the island's famous, brightly-colored houses, which have been the home of Venice's legendary lace makers since the 16th century. We'll visit one of the best lace shop and see the old lady still performing this ancient art. Next, you'll pop into a secret vineyard on the tiny island of Mazzorbo to taste a wine they have been making since the 14th century. The garden around it is astonishing!
Your next stop is the island of Torcello home to Venice's oldest church where you can climb to the top of the spectacular dome and from where you can see the whole Venecian lagoon

the most luxurious and comfortable way to discover the secrets of these beautiful Islands.

Cannaregio and Jewish Ghetto Private Tour

Cannaregio has been my first "home" in Venice and I think that I will always be biased for this stunning district. Not only is it full of history and religious heritage, but also it's a quiet and relaxing neighborhood where it's easy to avoid the crowd.
It's the district of the Jewish Ghetto with its ancient history and traditions that melted together with the history and traditions of Venice itself, thus creating a unique reality.
From the northernmost border of the city you can see the lagoon with its beautiful islands, a special place that shows its best at dusk.
Last but not least, Cannaregio is also famous for its incredible bacari, little winebars where you can enjoy a glass of wine and a couple of cicchetti chatting with your friends. It's still one of the most popular place for the venetian nightlife.

Let's get to know one of the most interesting districts of Venice

La Serenissima: walking tour of beautiful Venice

This is a walking tour that will last approximately 4 hrs during which you will see some of the iconic sites of the Queen of the Adriatic. We will cross the Grand Canal in a gondola and take a break in one or more Baccaro' s, the street food vendors and wineries where the working people used to stop for a quick meal.

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