VENICE
The Venice shortlist.
The 15 most popular vip tours in Venice. The ones worth your time in a city with plenty to choose from, each with prices, running times and the operator behind it.
Skip the lines at St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, with optional terrace and early-entry balcony access over Venice. 2–3 hours.
Most Popular“This tour was amazing! Our guide Sara really knew the history and did a great job explaining it. We did add on the terrace and would say that was definitely worth it.”
After-hours VIP access to St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace: small-group storytelling, Bridge of Sighs inside, and golden mosaics.
“This was the best tour we experienced in our two week trip to Rome, ports along the Adriatic Sea and Venice. It was our tour guide, Nico B, that made it the top ranked. His knowledge, deliverance, and passion in making sure we understood the history, people of that time, and the magnificence of all…”
Private boat to Murano and Burano in one half-day, with a real glassblower demo, lace visit, and Burano cookie tastings.
“Great and informative excursion. Georgia was a good guide and very friendly. We had a good day with her.”
Private luxury transfer from Venice to the Dolomites and Cortina, with Mercedes chauffeur service, WiFi, and dock-to-hotel help for groups up to 7.
“The service was fantastic, we were picked up at the airport the driver was waiting for us with our name displayed. A short drive in a luxury saloon to the dock outside where our private boat was waiting with the pilot. After a few photos together on the boat we were whisked away to our…”
VIP after-hours St. Mark’s Basilica tour for up to 6, with golden mosaics lightshow, close-up Pala d’Oro, and crypt access.
“This tour was our joint favourite sightseeing activity during our five days in Venice. Our guide Matteo was superb. Between our group and a couple of others there were around 20 people in the whole of St Mark's Basilica. It was almost dark outside and inside, and the lighting was turned on area by area…”
Meet a driver in Venice airport arrivals and ride in an air-conditioned car to Piazzale Roma, with hotel water taxi options.
“Great service. Actually booked the wrong day. Was my fault and they were very good about the change of time and date. Highly recommend”
VIP after-hours access to Saint Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace for up to 6 people, with Bridge of Sighs and Pala D’oro.
“On the expensive side, but definitely worth it! Our guide, Adriana was great, she did put all her heart in it. It was great to experience both the Dodge Palace and the Basilica without the large crowds”
VIP boat tour to Burano and Murano with hotel pickup, a guided walk in Burano, and a Murano glass-blowing workshop plus time to shop.
“This was our second tour with Sergio, his is special, we had made our day twice and will make anyone’s day, his knowledge of the history of Venice and this two islands is unmatchable, he takes you through the streets of those islands and shares very unique stories with you, he is greeted by many…”
Private Riva Aquariva yacht tour in Venice with Prosecco, lagoon island views, and a Murano glass factory stop for up to 5.
“We booked this tour last minute and couldn’t have been more pleased with the outcome. I had been to Venice once before, but this excursion felt like the first time we actually saw Venice. We are always a bit hesitant traveling with two young children and my older father-in-law, but this outing was perfect for…”
A private Venice lagoon boat day to Murano, Burano, and Torcello with water-taxi ease, artisan glass and lace, and calm, guided pacing.
“We really engine’s Torcello and the visit to allocate factory in Murano. Nahdia is the best. I would have loved a bit more time in both Murano and Burano, but the rest was perfect.”
A 2.5-hour private Venice night walk with VIP after-hours access to St. Mark’s, including crypts and golden mosaics light show.
“We had a wonderful walking tour with Martina, who was so funny and engaging and showed us around the city in a way that was much quieter and more personal than all of the crowded tourist spots. Getting in to St Mark’s basilica after hours as they turn on the lights to highlight the gold…”
Private Venice cruise transfer from Piazzale Roma with constant driver contact and coordinated water-taxi handoffs for groups up to 6.
“Massimo was awesome! He was very professional and prompt. His vehicles were super nice. He handled all our transfers from arrival at VCE and coordinated the water taxis to our Venice hotel. We also used him to transfer from our Venice Hotel to the Cruiseship terminal in Ravenna and back. He communicated frequently and re-confirmed.…”
Venice VIP Photo Session: a private 2-hour shoot with a local photographer, 40 edited digital photos, and an optional gondola ride.
“I knew I had to book Stefano when I saw that he also does photowalks and my hunch was proven correct when we met and he showed me his Getty images!”
Private Venice boat and gondola tour with hotel pickup, expert guiding, Rialto market time, and optional gondola for a calmer visit.
“The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions. She did her job well!!”
A luxury private transfer from Venice to Lake Como and Bellagio with English service, up to 6 per group, and a smooth ~3-hour ride.
“Bravo! Driver Impeccable! Nice and on time! I can only recommend this agency which is very responsive and very pleasant.Auto-translated”
The historic centre, the lagoon islands and the art the city was built around.
