81 activitati in Venice, ITALY

The main attraction of Venice, St. Mark’s Basilica took 800 years to build with relics and works of art brought from all over Europe and Asia. Even St. Mark’s remains eventually ended up here when Crusaders stole them from Egypt. The queues here can be long but no worries, we have Skip the Line Access! Your expert guide will take you inside this cavernous space for an extended tour, pointing out mosaics that date all the way back to the 11th century and beautiful artworks. Then it’s up to the second floor for some stolen time inside this busy basilica. The terraces of St. Mark’s Basilica (ticket included) are worth a visit in their own right, not to mention the incredible views they offer over bustling Piazza San Marco below, the Doge’s Palace and the lagoon. Language English

The Grand Canal of Venice is the most spectacular ‘high street’ in the world! Venice was built to be appreciated from the water, and this tour is the best to appreciate the beautiful palaces that were constructed over hundreds of years and slowly made the Grand Canal what it is today. Take this tour by motor launch and you can admire the magnificent palaces, whose wide-ranging architectural styles embrace the Byzantine, Florid Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. With the help of our guide recounting the stories and history, discover all the beauty of a city built on water, why the poets and writers such as Shelley, Byron, and Browning loved this city, its sumptuous palaces and monumental buildings, churches, fascinating gardens, campi and campielli. This boat tour is enjoyable for all ages and gives your feet a well-earned rest! Our boat tourin a private motor-launch gives you a great overall view of the city and introduces you to a quieter Venice to enjoy the picturesque small bridges and ‘off the beaten track’ sights.

The tour includes a promenade by gondola along the most suggestive canals of Venice and part of the Grand Canal to discover its charming aspects. • Enjoy the experience on a relaxing gondola with an Exclusive audio-visual Commentary via APP. • Discover the most charming canals and part of Grand Canal, Mozart's House, La Fenice Theatre, Salute Church, Punta della Dogana and Peggy Guggenheim Collection • Guaranteed to skip the long lines for Gondola ride • Learn about the story of the buildings you are going to see thanks to an informative flyer which you will be given! A promenade by gondola that will take you along the canals of Venice, one of the most important tourist destinations in the world, due to the city being one of the world's greatest and most beautiful cities of art. Enjoy the cruise through the city’s most secluded waterways passing under small bridges and along part of the Grand Canal. During your pleasant ride, you will admire Desdemona’s House and Mozart’s House passing by the worldwide famous La Fenice Theatre proceeding along the Rio (Canal) “De le Ostreghe” leading into the most charming part of the Grand Canal, where you will admire the Peggy Guggenheim Collection Palace. When you reach the Salute Church and Punta della Dogana you will enjoy a quick unique breathtaking view of S. Giorgio’s Island, Saint Mark’s with its Belltower and Doge’s Palace. Languages Multilingual assistance for embarkation. COMMENTARY BY APP IN ITALIAN OR ENGLISH OR FRENCH OR GERMAN OR SPANISH OR JAPANESE OR CHINESE OR RUSSIAN. COMMENTARY by WRITTEN BROCHURE IN ITALIAN OR ENGLISH OR FRENCH OR GERMAN OR SPANISH OR JAPANESE.

Discover the beauty and magic of Venice as you float down the canals of the charming city of bridges on a Gondola ride. Highlights - Glide along the canals on a gondola tour - Admire iconic landmarks from the canals - The most authentic way to see Venice! You cannot visit the beautiful city of Venice without taking a ride on an iconic gondola through the heart of Venice. The gondola is a symbol of Venice, as emblematic of the famous city of canals as it is mysterious in its origins. Experience a 30-minute gondola ride that takes you along the Grand Canal (S.Maria della Salute area) and minor canals (Fenice area) where you can admire the famous Venitian architecture as well as take in iconic historic landmarks from a unique perspective. The tour ends with the landing at the station Trinità (Bauer). Others This is a group tour, as such, other people might join on the same gondola (up to a maximum of 6 people per gondola).

Highlights - Skip the line ticket for San Marco Museums - Handy guidebook with details of Doge’s Palace, Basilica, Saint Mark’s square - Free entrance to Music Museum and ticket for Saint Mark's Square Museums Glassblowing Art Experience A great experience that will bring you to know the manufacture and glassblowing art. In front of you a glass craftsman master will create a unique item explaining the ancient phases of the production. You may feel the warmth, the smells and the sounds of the furnace and you will see the clever hands of the artisan mold the glass in front of your eyes and then, like a magic, that will be transformed in an unrepeatable object, thanks to the work of a millennial artisan culture that is handed down from one generation to another. The glassblowing art is recognized in all the world such as synonym of beauty. You will live this experience in Saint Mark's Square in an old Glass Factory Showroom where you will see the main objects are made with glass. At the end of your experience you will receive a little glass gift for each couple or each family, as a souvenir of this visit. Doge's Palace The Doge's Palace was founded after 812 in the monumental zone of Piazza San Marco. It is a masterpiece with a distinctive style inspired by Byzantine and Oriental architecture. The Doge's Palace and the New Prison are connected via a double passageway over one of Venice's most famous bridges: the Bridge of Sighs, so called because prisoners, crossing the bridge, used to sigh at the idea of seeing Venice for the last time. The Royal Palace - today's Museo Correr, was once the palace of the highest dignitaries in Venice: the procurators. At the far end of the square stood the Church of San Giminiano, demolished and rebuilt by Napoleon to make sumptuous salons. During Napoleon Kingdom of Italy (1805-1814), the Procuratie Nuove buildings were the Royal Palace, refurbished for Empress Elisabeth of Austria. This function continued until 1946. Today, in Correr Museum, visitors can learn about the Venetian way of life through sculpture, paintings, libraries and discover secrets of Venice's naval power. The handy guide book can be collected at The Bookshop Music Museum, in Campo San Maurizio at the Church of St. Maurizio. From Bookshop Music Museum to Doges Palaces is about 7 minutes walking distance. Languages Doge´s Palace Guide book provided: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese or Russian. Glassblowing Art Shared live tour commentary provided in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Japanese (the visit could be multilingual). Duration Glassblowing Art Experience: 20 minutes. Doge's Palace Visit: at your pace.

The tour includes a promenade by gondola along the most suggestive canals of Venice and part of the Grand Canal to discover its charming aspects. Highlights Enjoy the experience on a relaxing gondola with commentary Discover the most charming canals and part of Grand Canal, Mozart's House, La Fenice Theatre, Salute Church, Punta della Dogana and Peggy Guggenheim Collection Guaranteed to skip the long lines for Gondola ride A promenade by gondola that will take you along the canals of Venice, one of the most important tourist destinations in the world, due to the city being one of the world's greatest and most beautiful cities of art. Enjoy the cruise through the city’s most secluded waterways passing under small bridges and along part of the Grand Canal. During your pleasant gondola ride you will admire the Mozart House passing by the worldwide famous La Fenice Theatre proceeding along the Rio (Canal) “De le Ostreghe” leading into the most charming part of the Gran Canal, where you will admire the Peggy Guggenheim Collection. Once reached the Salute Church and Punta della Dogana you will enjoy a quick unique breathtaking view of the Doges Palace and of St. Marks’ Belltower. During this amazing gondola tour you will have the most beautiful views of Venice. The guide will narrate you the fascinating history of gondola and gondoliers! On board you will listen to all about the palaces, churches and attractions around you. At the end of the tour, you will receive a QR code to download a digital map with 2D images of Venice from the middle ages until the 18th century. Languages Multilingual assistance for embarkation. English, French, Spanish and Italian speaking guide The guide will be only on one gondola, the participants on the other gondolas will listen to her/him with the audio-devices. Commentaries on German, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi and Russian will be provided by a mobile app downloaded on your smartphone or tablet Others Each gondola can host maximum 6 people; the seat aboard cannot be chosen but will be assigned by the gondolier depending of guest’s weight.

Join us on a fascinating half-day trip to the timeless islands of Murano and Burano and discover traditional crafts that have survived the passing of time. On the short boat trip over to the islands admire the beautiful views and be entertained by your guide with a description of the sights as we pass them. In no time at all, we arrive at pretty Murano famed for its glassblowing. Once upon a time, the glassblowers here were the only people in Europe who knew how to create mirrors and their skills were so valued that they were banned from leaving the city of Venice under threat of execution! Watch a craftsman in action as he goes about his daily business, and browse the huge collection of glass art before strolling around the island. Then back to the boat and off to our next stop, Burano, a tiny picturesque island famous for its coloured houses and its centuries-old tradition of lace-making. Huddled tightly together along streets and canals, each house is painted a different colour. Legend has it that fishermen started this trend, painting their houses in bright shades so that they could distinguish it from a distance. We wander through the streets to a small building where women sit working feverishly, stitching lace-like their mothers and grandmothers before them. Stay and watch their painstaking work, listen to a full commentary on what, in the age of sewing machines, has become a dying art, and then take the time to examine the beautiful lace samples on display.

The tour includes a promenade by gondola along the most suggestive canals of Venice and part of the Grand Canal to discover its charming aspects. Gondola Waterways with Commentary Enjoy the experience on a relaxing gondola with commentary • Discover the most charming canals and part of Grand Canal, Mozart's House, La Fenice Theatre, Salute Church, Punta della Dogana and Peggy Guggenheim Collection • Guaranteed to skip the long lines for Gondola ride • Learn about the story of the buildings you are going to see thanks to an informative flyer which you will be given! A promenade by gondola that will take you along the canals of Venice, one of the most important tourist destinations in the world, due to the city being one of the world's greatest and most beautiful cities of art. Enjoy the cruise through the city’s most secluded waterways passing under small bridges and along part of the Grand Canal. During your pleasant ride, you will admire Desdemona’s House and Mozart’s House passing by the worldwide famous La Fenice Theatre proceeding along the Rio (Canal) “De le Ostreghe” leading into the most charming part of the Grand Canal, where you will admire the Peggy Guggenheim Collection Palace. When you reach the Salute Church and Punta della Dogana you will enjoy a quick unique breathtaking view of S. Giorgio’s Island, Saint Mark’s with its Belltower and Doge’s Palace. Glassbowing Art Experience A great experience that will bring you to know the art of manufacture and glassblowing. In front of you a glass craftsman master will create a unique item while he is showing and explaining the ancient technique phases of the production. You will discover this ancient art came from Romans who, on the run from the barbarians, established the city of Venice. You can feel the warmth, the smells and the sounds of the furnace and you will see the clever hands of the artisan mould the glass in front of your eyes and then, like magic, it will be transformed into an unrepeatable object, thanks to the work of a millennial artisan culture that has been handed down from one generation to the next. The glassblowing art is recognized in all the world as a synonym of beauty. Venetians moulded many things with glass that were used daily, like cups, glasses, dishes, mirrors and lamps. This art of moulding the glass in all these shapes, was one of the most safeguarded secrets in the Venetian Republic. You will relive this experience in Saint Mark's Square in an old Glass Factory Showroom and you will have the possibility to know and see the principal objects that are made with glass. At the end of your experience we will give each couple or family a little glass gift, as a souvenir of your visit. Languages Gondola Waterways with Commentary: Multilingual assistance for embarkation. COMMENTARY BY APP IN ITALIAN OR ENGLISH OR FRENCH OR GERMAN OR SPANISH OR JAPANESE OR CHINESE OR RUSSIAN OR COMMENTARY by WRITTEN BROCHURE IN ITALIAN OR ENGLISH OR FRENCH OR GERMAN OR SPANISH OR JAPANESE. Glassbowing Art: Shared live tour commentary provided in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Japanese (the visit could be multilingual). Duration Gondola: 30 min. Glassblowing Art Experience: 20 minutes.

Highlights - Get on and off as often as you want to with flexible and unlimited rides - Put your mind at ease as we've got you covered with seven languages available on the audio - Enjoy the freedom of hourly departures With the flexibility to hop on and off at any of the stops, now you can explore Venice with complete freedom. And with commentary available in seven languages, you can learn about the history, culture and tradition as you admire the surroundings. Venice is a unique city made up of an archipelago with 118 islands connected by over 400 bridges and an extraordinary mix of artistic and cultural influences. From Piazza San Marco and the Ponte dei Sospiri to the beaches of Lido to the Island of Murano, 48 hour ticket you can hop off at any area that interests you or simply stay on the tour as long as you like. Explore the Venice Lagoon at your own pace and admire this beautiful city from the water. MUSEUM: The museum displays a collection of Leonardo da Vinci's inventions of extraordinary relevance. Upon entering, you can admire the working, life-sized machines designed by the great Genius, and most of them can be tested. It is suitable for adults, for families and children, as it is proposed as a laboratory of curiosity and experimentation, and is organized into four fundamental sections: earth, water, air and fire. The machines have been made by studying the drawings contained in the famous Leonardo da Vinci codes and, possibly, while maintaining the original aspect proportions. You can also admire and compare some of the major anatomical studies of Leonardo and a reproduction of his principal paintings with the use of the backlight technology with very high resolution. The Museum, which contains explanations in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish and Russian are completed by educational projections concerning the life and work of Leonardo. CITY SIGHTSEEING: With 150 canals crisscrossing the city, the best way to discover Venice is by boat. Join a hop on – hop off boat tour and see the city at your leisure. Important Please be advised that itineraries may be subject to change without prior notice. In the event of any unplanned traffic restrictions, City Sightseeing is not responsible for any disruptions or line diversions beyond their control. Schedule City Sightseeing: From 1st of November to 31st of March - 10:30am to 5:30pm From 1st pf April to 31st of October - 10am to 6:30pm Museum: Open daily from 10:30 to 5:30pm, Last admission will be 40 minutes before the closing time. Duration: City Sightseeing: Between 120 minutes and 150 minutes Languages Audio guide languages English, Spanish, French, Italian

Beat the queues on this guided tour of Saint Mark's Basilica, known from the 11th Century onwards by its nickname Chiesa d'Oro (Church of Gold) for its opulent design, gilded Byzantine mosaics and its status as a symbol of Venetian wealth and power. Highlights - Skip the lines and enjoy a guided tour of the Saint Mark's Basilica - Learn about the fascinating history behind this ancient basilica - Discover its art and treasures A guided tour in one of the most majestic cathedrals of the world! On this tour, escorted by a Tour Guide prepared in accordance with the Curia of Venice, enjoy a full visit of this masterpiece of byzantine art, unique of its kind in Italy. You will be able to admire its impressive architecture, with golden mosaics and marble inlays of the floors and take a seat as your guide explains the Biblical scenes represented, the history and the peculiarities of this ancient basilica. Marvel at the Pala de Oro, exquisite example of the byzantine art with its thousands of gems and precious stones; as well as the Treasure, home to Byzantine gold and silver treasures and a splendid collection of religious art. Languages English, French, German and Spanish.

From the Rialto area, the trading and commercial nerve centre of the Serenissima Repubblica, to quaint narrow alleys leading to squares stretching far and wide, you will experience one of the most picturesque districts of Venice and take a guided tour of the Frari Venice Church, where you will admire awe-inspiring masterpieces such as the Madonna with Child by Giovanni Bellini and Titian’s Assunta, as part of an exciting guided tour of the San Polo district in Venice. This tour of Rialto, San Polo and Frari Church is aimed at those wishing to discover the less touristic and more authentic side of Venice to be found in the everyday life of some of the residential areas that are still rarely approached by tourists. A visit that combines past and present to get to know Venice away from the usual tourist routes. Languages English

Featuring an In-depth tour of St. Marks Basilica which is only possible on our small group Essence of Venice walking tours. Limited to a maximum of 15-partcipants, you'll see and do more touring Venice on these small group city sightseeing tours. Equipped with complimentary head-phones so that you can follow every word of your expert English-speaking Venice Tour Guide as you stroll around St. Marks Square discussing all the major monuments that will include the Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs, Bell Tower & Clock Tower prior to entering St. Mark's Basilica with skip the line tickets to enjoy an in-depth tour of St. Mark's Basilica discussing the fabulous mosaics and visiting the Pala D'Oro. In the second part of the tour we'll leave the hordes of tourists behind in St. Marks Square to explore a very different Venice. A Venice that's more fascinating and intimate, what we call the Hidden Venice. As our expert Venice tour guides continue to narrate the story of Venice, you'll enjoy exploring another world of narrow alleyways and meandering canals, punctuated by delicate bridges, hidden architectural gems and fascinating stories about the Venetians who created this incredible city from absolutely nothing! Languages English

Lose track of your senses and give in to the beauty of Venice on a romantic "promenade" by gondola! Highlights - Glide past Venice´s stunning architecture - Get lost in the moment with live music - Discover the beauty of Venice in a romantic atmosphere One cannot simply visit the Queen of the Adriatic and not enjoy a ride on the long black gondolas that glide through the city’s many labyrinthine canals; and what better way to do it than with live music on board, so as to further enhance the overall artistic essence of this wonderful city. Book your Gondola Serenade Group Tour and take pleasure in a delightful soothing journey along the quiet canals; by far the best way to soak up the atmosphere of the city. With the elegant ride, the music and the magnificent architecture, some might be tempted to lie prone, enraptured with Stendhal’s Syndrome due to the overwhelming beauty of it all. As you softly glide along the dark waters of the canals, you will soon come to realise why Venice was destined to become a large seaside power during the Mediaeval Ages, paving the way for the splendorous Renaissance age that then bloomed throughout the many Italian cities during the fourteenth and fifteenth century. The legacy of these wonderful times for science and art is obvious on the facades of the many incredible buildings you’ll glide by. At the end of this unforgettable dream tour, you will have the option to enjoy a dinner at the Al Giglio restaurant, a stone’s throw away from the majestic Santa María del Giglio Church. If you have chosen the option that includes dinner, savor a delicious 3-course meal which includes a soft drink and coffee (wine not included).

Small Group Venice boat tours of the Grand Canal & minor canals of Venice provide the ideal sightseeing tours of the city of Venice for first-time visitors. One of our most popular sightseeing tours in Venice because it offers our clients the opportunity to view the city from a completely different perspective. Escape the hordes of tourist to discover a relaxing and rewarding experience as you glide down the main street of Venice. You'll feel like a VIP on our small group boat tours of the Grand Canal On all our Venice boat tours you'll travel in a luxurious motor-launch, limited to a maximum of 8/9 participants so that we should be able to guarantee that everyone sits outside to enjoy an intimate experience of the waterways of Venice while listening to the detailed commentary of your expert Venice tour guide. In the first part of these small group Venice boat tours cruise down the Grand Canal at a relaxed pace with numerous photo opportunities as your friendly and knowledgeable guide introduce you to the splendid Palaces, Churches, Bridges and other Monumental buildings that line the main waterway of Venice. Learn the history and evolution of the main street of Venice, and be entertained by anecdotes about the famous and infamous people that once lived along this celebrated waterway. In the second part of these marvellous sightseeing tours of Venice sit back and enjoy a delightful journey through the minor canals of Venice. In the hidden Venice, as you travel through four of the city districts of Venice you'll get a full overview of the city and enjoy picture postcard views of the most romantic parts of the city. These small group Venice boat tours start & finish at St. Marks square. Languages English.

Full two-hour Venice Walking Tours of the Doges Palace in Venice should be an absolute must for anyone visiting Venice. The most important building in Venice, is the key to understanding Venice and its inimitable form and longevity. Within its walls the cities form of government was as unique as the city itself, and during this captivating tour of the Doges Palace you learn all about the inner workings of the brain of Venice. Equipped with complimentary head-phones, you'll be able to hear all the detailed commentary of your expert English-speaking Venice Tour Guide as they recount a fascinating story of the longest ever-running independent Republic in the history of the World. Learn about the Venetians unique form of government, the role of the Doge (the Duke of Venice), of the different councils and, among them, the notorious Council of Ten, who were created to maintain the security of the State. Not too mention the notorious torture chambers and prisons reserved for enemies of the state. And while housing all the institutions inside its chambers that made Venice one of the most enlightened cities in the world, the Venetians themselves also adorned the Doges Palace with fabulous works of Art that will be discussed during your tour of the Doges Palace. Cross the Bridge of Sighs, to see the prisons of the Doges Palace. And of course, during our two-hour tours of the Doges Palace we'll discuss it's architecture that went on to influence the rest of the city with its Byzantine-Gothic style of architecture reflecting a city that neither belonged to the west or the east. Languages English.

Be an artist of one day: a famous Venetian painter (Nicola Tenderini) will escort you through the most romantic corners of Venice teaching you how to paint its marvelous landscapes and spots. Meet the artist at his workshop and after a small presentation about his artistic life and the experience he will bring you on the place (chosen at the moment), where you will start to create your personal artwork! The first step will be the study of the sketch, the essential starting point for a good painting. Later you will pass to the color, discovering how the light is a color as well, its wonderful effects to your painting. During the lesson the teacher will be next to you to show and explain the secrets to obtain the best pictorial effects as the water reflection, colors shade between clouds and sky or the details of lights and shadows using the great technic of watercolors. Each participant will create own personal artwork. You will admire the spectacular landscapes of Venice creating your personal artwork. Lesson are suitable both for beginner and experts and to everyone who wishes painting or drawing live “en plein air” discovering the techniques of watercolor. Let you guide by the expert artist teacher and you will see the most secret and hidden part of Venice!