Private Best of Venice Walk, Skip the Line Basilica & Grand Canal Boat

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Discover the enchanting city's top attractions with a comprehensive tour, blending a guided walk covering landmarks like St. Mark's Basilica with a scenic boat excursion along the Grand Canal.

Our guide to Private Best of Venice Walk, Skip the Line Basilica & Grand Canal Boat

This classic Venice tour package is the best value for seeing the sites in the city combining a Best of Venice walking tour with skip-the-line admission tickets to St. Mark's Basilica and a private boat tour of the Grand Canal.

Explore the Grand Canal: Venice Shore Excursions

Make the most of your time in Venice with our Private Venice in 1 Day Shore Excursion, starting right from your cruise ship. Begin with a private one-hour boat tour of the Grand Canal aboard a luxurious motor launch, guided by an expert Venice tour guide. Along the way, admire elegant palaces, historic warehouses, churches, and gardens lining the city’s most famous waterway.

Discover St. Mark’s Square

Arriving at St. Mark’s Square, your guide will introduce you to the rich history of Venice. Enhance your visit with skip-the-line access to St. Mark’s Basilica or, upon request, add a tour of the Doge’s Palace. After exploring these iconic landmarks, enjoy a guided stroll through Venice’s quieter backstreets, discovering its hidden corners and authentic character.

A Tailored Shore Excursion

Each tour is customised to match your interests — from world-famous monuments to the “Hidden Venice” of winding alleys and secret squares. With our expert guides, you’ll uncover the city’s history, beauty, and soul, ensuring an unforgettable Venetian experience.

Tour Duration: Approx 4 hours

Terms and conditions

Terms and conditions for Private Best of Venice Walk, Skip the Line Basilica & Grand Canal Boat

  • At times St Mark’s Basilica is closed due to high water or religious ceremonies. During high water the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions. On those occasions when St Mark’s Basilica is open with high water, skip the line tickets will not be accepted as all visitors have only 1 door open to get in the church.
  • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance to St Mark's Basilica are available only from April to October (St Mark’s Basilica does not offer a fast entry service to anyone in other periods, considered off peak season).
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter St Mark's Basilica. Large bags are not allowed inside the Basilica.
  • This tour is of a historical area and is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities.
  • Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves a lot of walking.
  • The cost of the tour does not include gratuities or hotel pick up and drop off.
  • Cancellation Policy: 8 days prior to date booked 25% cancellation charges will apply. Less than 8 days, 100% cancellation charges will apply.

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