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Trade-off: English only; lunch extra; shared gondola.
Last checked: September 22, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.
The full set in one day: timed entries with a guide to St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace, a shared gondola ride, then a boat to Murano for glassblowing and Burano for lace with free time on each. Lunch is at your own expense, large bags stay outside, and the stop order depends on the start time. 4.63 from 1,060 reviews for 9h 30m.
This full-day Venice tour brings together the city’s greatest hits and lagoon islands in one carefully planned route. Start with timed-entry tickets and guided visits to St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, where golden mosaics, grand halls, the Golden Staircase, and the Bridge of Sighs reveal the power of the Venetian Republic. Then shift from footpaths to canals with a shared gondola ride before a quick lunch break near St. Mark’s Square.
In the afternoon, board a private boat to Murano and Burano, where artisan traditions take center stage through glassblowing and lacemaking demonstrations. With expert guiding in the morning, a tour leader for the islands, and transport arranged between major experiences, this tour covers Venice by land, canal, and lagoon in one seamless experience.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #21 of 26 | €187 | 9h 30m | 4.63 (1060) | shared |
| Venice Deluxe Tour | €220 | 3h | 4.98 (825) | shared |
| Private or Semi Doge's Palace & Saint Mark's Basilica Guided Tour | €199 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (421) | private |
| Venice Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People | €189 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (237) | shared |
Ranked #21 of 26 in Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €12 to €580, median €105; typical length 3h. 3 of 26 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 26 Doge's Palace & St Mark's Tours
This tour runs every day except Sun, departing at 08:30, 08:45, 09:00. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.
Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. 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. Your guide will be holding a "The Tour Guy" sign.
Open in Google MapsPlease Arrive 15 Minutes Early. 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. Your guide will be holding a "The Tour Guy" sign.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |