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Day 1

Meet at meeting point: Colonna di San Todaro P.za San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. Your guide will meet you between the two big columns in St. Mark's Square (columns of San Marco & San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it.
Attractions and Activities: St. Mark's Square (Free entry) Meet our Guide Your Venice in a Day Tour begins in St. Mark's Square, Venice's central public plaza. Your guide will teach you the history of this iconic piazza, home to St. Mark's Basilica. 15 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Tesoro della Basilica di San Marco (Ticket included) Known as “The Church of Gold”, St. Mark's Basilica's elaborate design features gold mosaics and marble slabs. Skip the line and learn about the basilica's storied history during a guided tour of the stunning Basilica. 30 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Ponte di Rialto (Free entry) Rialto Bridge & Neighborhood After your visit to the basilica your journey continues into the hidden back alleyways of Venice, guided by a knowledgeable local. You'll Immerse yourself in the history and legends surrounding the iconic Rialto Bridge, a magnificent architectural gem that spans the Grand Canal. As you cross this historic bridge, you'll venture into the bustling Rialto neighborhood, brimming with charm and character. Learn fascinating anecdotes and tales about the bridge's significance while taking in the enchanting ambiance of this popular district. 25 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Grand Canal (Free entry) 30 Minute Gondola Ride When experiencing Venice, you absolutely must ride a gondola. We've included this experience in our Venice in a Day tour. As the first part of the tour concludes, your tour guide will bring you to a trusted Venice gondolier who will take you on a scenic cruise down Venice's beautiful canals (max 5 per vessel). After experiencing this bucket list moment, you'll break for lunch. 30 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Venice (Free entry) Enjoy some free time for lunch. Following your enchanting Gondola Ride, take a moment to bask in the magic of this unforgettable experience. Allow the memories of gliding through the Venetian canals to synchronize within you as you enjoy a leisurely period of free time for a delightful lunch. 1 hr(s)30 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Doge's Palace (Ticket included) Guided Tour of the Doge's Palace After lunch, explore the fascinating Doge's Palace, or "Duke's Palace." This Palace used to be the home of Venice's public administration. At the same time, it operated as a prison, where some of Venice's criminals saw their last days. Explore the fascinating artwork of the Doge's Palace, and get a glimpse of the famous Bridge of Sighs, the bridge that connects Doge's Palace to its prison. Even though your tour will conclude after visiting the Doges Palace, your guide will be happy to advise on how to get back to your accommodation, or perhaps advice where to enjoy some local food & a spritz! 2 hr(s)
Guests leave on their own: Doge's PalaceEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion Venezia,Città Metropolitana di Venezia,Veneto,Italy

*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.

Product details

If you want to make sure you cover the highlights of Venice, this full day tour is your best choice. If you're only spending a few days in Venice, covering the best attractions in a single day is a smart idea. That way, you can spend the remainder of your time in Venice sipping Prosecco by the canals. This tour includes stops at St Mark's Basilica and Square, the Rialto Bridge, Doge's Palace (including Casanova's prison cell), a half hour gondola ride and plenty of hidden gems along the way. A lunch break is scheduled into the tour - we would never let you go hungry in Italy!

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What's included

30-Minute Venetian Gondola Ride

Visit the Famous Rialto Bridge & Market

Skip the Line Entry & Guided Tour of the Doge's Palace

Professional Art Historian Guide

Small Group Size of Maximum 19

Access to St. Mark's Basilica (valued at €12 per person)

Skip the Line Entry & Guided Tour of St. Mark's Basilica

Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off

Food & Beverages

Gratuities

Eligibility

Adult: 15–99 years old

Child: 1–5 years old

How to use

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

• Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. Your guide will meet you between the two big columns in St. Mark's Square (columns of San Marco & San Teodoro) located on the south side of the square, near the canal. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it.

• After the break, you will reconvene at the same exact meeting point for the second part of your tour. Please confirm the start time of the afternoon tour directly with our staff on the day of the tour, and arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour begins.

• DRESS CODE: Entrance into any religious site requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. The Roman Guy will not be held responsible for refused entry due to unsuitable dress.

• Please read our meeting point directions thoroughly in advance. It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 10 - 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.

• Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well.

• We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.

• Some sites visited are not shaded. We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water during the warmer months.

• We will be subject to a security check at the entrance to all sites. Depending on the volume of visitors, we may have a short wait in the security line.

• Please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours/high season.

• TRG reserves the right to alter itineraries for reasons of safety, restoration, maintenance, adverse weather conditions or occasional events.

Your voucher will be sent to your email after your booking is confirmed. Please check the usage instructions on your voucher for more info about how to use it.

Any traveler groups not mentioned in the booking options are not applicable for voucher use.

For inquiries:

1. Tour-specific inquiries (including the itinerary and transport): Please refer to the Tour-Specific Inquiries section of your e-voucher to find the relevant tour organizer's details.

2. Change or cancellation issues: Please contact Trip.com Customer Support via the email address or contact numbers provided in your e-voucher.

Change & cancellation policies

If a cancellation request is submitted before 12:00 AM, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.

If a cancellation request is submitted after 12:00 AM 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.

If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.

Partial refund is not available.

Important note

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Since we will be entering a church, please make sure that your shoulders and knees are covered. Also, please refrain from bringing big back packs or bags, because they are not always allowed inside.

All guests must supply their full name and date of birth that matches a valid ID at the time of the booking. Please note that a photo ID is required to visit the St. Mark's Basilica. Name changes are not permitted.

On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee.

We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.

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