Top Venice Archaeology Tours

See the Doge's Palace, which served as the center of power in the Venetian Republic, with this skip-the-line 1-hour guided tour. Marvel at the artistic treasures in the palace, including paintings by Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese. Walk through ornately-decorated halls and imagine Venice in its so-called Golden Age. Walk across the Bridge of Sighs from the Doge's Palace into the infamous prison, where Casanova was once held. Enjoy personalized attention from a knowledgeable local guide.

Venture beyond the best-known attractions of Venice to explore the treasures of neighboring islands on this afternoon boat tour. Watch a glass-blowing demonstration at a workshop in Murano, admire Burano’s leaning tower and brightly painted fishermen’s homes, and set foot on the oldest settlement in the Venetian Lagoon in Torcello. Enjoy guided commentary plus time to explore each island independently, and still be back in St. Mark’s Square in time for dinner.

This self-guided audio tour gives you the insight of a guided tour with the flexibility of independent exploration. Skip the lines to enter the Palazzo Ducale and Saint Mark’s Basilica and explore them at your own pace.

Discover the secret itinerary of the 16th prisons in Piazza San Marco, one of the earliest jails in Europe, created in 1500 and linked to the Doge’s Palace through the famous Bridge of Sighs. Listen to how the justice was managed thanks to the Lords of the Nights: the terrible Venetian police who oversaw the crimes and brought lawbreakers in front of the courtroom! An amazing route in which you will be accompanied through places never visited until now: enter in the torture room and see real torments items used in the past to make the criminals confess! You’ll go down to see the cold cells to discover the lifestyle of the prisoners: what they ate, drank and where they slept. See the authentic graffiti left by the inmates and listen about the exciting Casanova’s jailbreak: he managed to escape from the maximum-security jail known as “Piombi”! The route arrives until today and the many cultural activities that take place in. Only for small group (maximum 15 people per visit)

Breeze past the crowds with your own private guide and enjoy a walking tour of Venice with just your friends or family. You’ll have all of your questions answered while you stroll to St. Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco), Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto), Doge's Palace (Palazzo Ducale), and more. Or customize your half-day tour with shopping and sightseeing.

Discover the hidden gems of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Venice on this action-packed walking tour.

Visit Venice with our small group walking tour. The tour starts everyday and it will last 2 hours. Following our English speaking tour guide will allow you to explore some of the most beautiful areas in Venice This tour has been designed for those who want to discover some hidden gems but also the main attractions. At the end of the tour you will have learned history, urban legends and much much more. We arrange small group walking tour in order to allow our custumers to maximize the experience. A small group tour guarantee personalization and respect of each participant's need.

Skip the lines at Saint Mark’s Basilica and Doge Palace and opt a shared guided tour instead. Then, enjoy the quintessential Venice experience—a gondola ride through the city’s canals and waterways. Your ticket also includes access to several landmarks surrounding Saint Mark’s Square, as well as access to a mobile app that provides commentary to a walking tour of the city at your own pace.

Tick off two of Venice’s most popular attractions without having to wait in line on this half-day tour. Marvel at the monuments of St. Mark’s Square, enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the magnificent Doge’s Palace, then visit St. Mark’s Basilica, the Golden Basilica. Also included is an optional cruise to visit a glass factory on Murano Island.

Industry Leading Small Group Tour. Discover our True Small Group (16 guests or less) approach to travel that spurred an entire industry to change its approach to touring! We send an American STORY Tour Captain on every small group tour and they are your host from beginning to end. Enjoy included admissions with no annoying up-sell while on vacation – this is unique in the tour industry - with Entrance Fees, Taxes, Tourist Tax and all gratuities included except for your Story Tour Captain. We have Leisure-Time built in, Magic Portage (don't mess with your suitcase), Cocktails & Premium Wine included, no big buses (no small vans), and enjoy Story's complimentary Laundry Service mid-tour to help you pack lighter. Recognized by Arthur Frommer as "the perfect way to see Italy".

Experience Casanova’s Venetian tale of passion from the comfort of your home with an engaging self-guided virtual tour narrated in English, from your PC or smartphone browser. It’s so simple! You will receive an email with the tour link and instructions, and in a couple of minutes, you will travel back in time and enjoy a virtual journey from the comfort of your couch! Through the power of storytelling combined with street and satellite views, you will discover not only historical facts but also unknown stories and tales of ancient and modern times that will amaze your family and friends. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online and you can access it repeatedly anytime. This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into a Venetian tale of passion and immerse yourself in the surroundings in an entirely innovative way.

Enjoy a fascinating walking tour of Piazza San Marco discovering history, tales and legends of its top highlights getting an amazing orientation about Venice! Step by step, with your guide, in an enjoyable way, you will discover the Doge’s Palace: former residence of the duke ,where the Venetian nobles were doing business and trading all over the world. In the Doge’s Palace, they also planned the famous crusade against the Muslims to defend Christianity. See the breathtaking golden Basilica of St Mark with the famous horses carried from Constantinople, symbol of the cultural influence of Bisanzio and the Roman Empire. Cross the arcade under Napoleon’s palace, built by the emperor with the aim to enjoy a modern ballroom made for Sissi , the Austrian Empress, and admire the Royal Gardens. You’ll admire the astronomic clock which overlooks the square. See the worldwide famous Bridge of Sighs and the Palace of the prisons: only Casanova managed to escape! A journey in the past!

*** START TIME IS US EST *** Join expert guide and Venice native Giovanna as we embark on a thrilling virtual journey to discover the splendours of the Serenissima. There’s nowhere in the world like Venice. An extraordinarily beautiful labyrinth of snaking canals and narrow alleys, mystery seems to lurk around every corner in this city that floats magically on the waters of the lagoon. Discover the fascinating history of Venice as Giovanna traces the story back to the sleepy island of Torcello, before learning all about the rise of the Republic that would become one of the world’s great maritime powers. We’ll be virtually exploring St. Mark’s Cathedral, the Doge’s Palace and much more - encountering artistic masterpieces and tales of intrigue along the way. Our virtual Venice tour is the perfect introduction to the marvels of the floating city from the comfort of your own home – join Giovanna today!

This tour is the perfect choice to enjoy your first time in Venice; wear your most comfortable shoes and allow our English-speaking tour guide to lead you at the discovery of this beautiful city. The tour starts in the very city centre. During our 2 hours walking tour you will be able to admire the most important outdoor places of the Rialto area. Our expert tour guide will be able to unveil of the secrets and curiosities of Venice. At the end of the tour you will feel transported in another time and will desire to spend more time immersed in this magical city.

On this tour led by a private expert guide, you will discover the most beautiful and famous monuments of Venice around the area of St. Mark's square. You'll see the majestic outside of St. Mark's Basilica, one of the most incredible cathedrals of the world, and of the Doge's Palace, formerly the Doge's residence and the seat of Venetian government. Follow your guide until you reach the famous Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri) and learn everything about its interesting history and the romantic legends behind it. In St. Mark's square, you'll also see the Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio), with its extraordinarily beautiful and elaborate timepiece. But the best has yet to come... In fact, towards the end of the tour, you'll get the chance to take the lift up to St. Mark's Bell Tower (Campanile di San Marco): with its 99 metres of height, it offers the best view over the city and its lagoon. Get you camera ready.... you won't regret it!

Explore Rome, including a hop-on hop-off bus tour and tickets to the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican, during this 16-hour day trip from Venice. Board a high speed train bound for Rome, then transfer to a sightseeing bus upon arrival at Rome's Termini station. Take advantage of the flexibility to spend as much time as you like at any of Rome's attractions. See the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with an expert guide who will provide informative commentary about the famous works of art. All entrance fees, bus and train tickets are included.

An unforgettable experience to discover the real soul of the city! Start with a historic walking tour of the main highlights in Piazza San Marco as Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs or the Bell Tower and reach the imposing Rialto Bridge with its traditional markets. The tour proceeds with the fascinating gondola ride along the Grand Canal and its hidden canals where you’ll see the Mozart’s House, Peggy Guggenheim Collection, San Giorgio’s Island enjoying the breathtaking overview of Piazza San Marco from the water. At the end, the guide will bring you inside the Saint Mark's Basilica narrating the history behind the Cathedral, known as the Golden Basilica, due to many mosaics made with pure gold! The only Basilica Tour where you will enjoy part of the explanation comfortably seated in the middle of the church! You'll enjoy the skip the line access at the entrace and also for the Pala D'Oro. Later, enjoy the Audio guide with digital map to discover the more than 200 Venice Highlights!

Avoid the hassle of crowded, rushed group tours on this private walking tour of Venice that is exclusively for you and your party. Explore Venice's gems, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Rialto Bridge, and the Doge's Palace, and enjoy the flexibility of customizing the itinerary to your preferences.

Experience Venice through a combination of live and audio guides with this affordable option that’s ideal for travelers who prefer to go at their own pace. Skip the line at St. Mark’s Basilica and learn the secrets behind the dazzling church from an expert, with included access to the Pala d’Oro shrine and treasury. At your leisure, explore the backstreets of San Marco and Grand Canal highlights with an innovative audio guide app.

The only private tour showing you in one day all the attactions of this unique city in the world. Venice is divided into six sestieri, neighborhoods that have distinctly different characters. San Marco is the central one, surrounded on three sides by a great loop in the Grand Canal. Across Rialto Bridge is the artisans' neighborhood of San Polo, and across the Grand Canal to the south is stylish Dorsoduro, with its prestigious art museums and lively squares. At the outer edges are Santa Croce, Castello, and Cannaregio, home of the original Ghetto. Beyond the six sestieri - neighborhoods - of the city itself, you'll want to hop aboard a vaporetto to its islands: Lido, Murano, Burano, and Torcello.

Your experience begins at the Venice Santa Lucia Train Station. To begin your tour, you will travel from Venice to Vicenza for 1 hour with a fast train ticket. Once there, you will enjoy one of the best Italian cities throughout a 3-hour tour with a local guide. You can discover the historic centre of city, seeing and discovering the history of the city's most prominent landmarks. You will encounter Piazza dei Signori, Basilica Palladiana, Palazzo Chiericati, Loggia Valmarana, the Roman Ruins and the neoclassic park, among other attractions. At the conclusion of your tour your guide will take you back to the train station from where you will return to Venice.

Being in Italy during Christmas most certainly indicates to me that you are already a person who likes to make life interesting. During the holidays some families and couples like to get away from it all to spend time in a deeply cultural and historic City which invigorates are spirits and deepens the experience of our time together. Coming together in the centre of Venice seems like an already highest point to our Christmas Day Tour. But there is so much more. San Marco, Rialto, the Jewish quarter the bridge of Sorrows and so so much more. This journey through the heart of Venice sets the tone for any other tours you might experience during the holidays. With a literally overwhelming wealth of history and jaw dropping tales we use Christmas Day to reveal it all. My local guides are proper characters who know and love Venice so you and the kids won’t be left short of a few stories and unusual facts to tell.

From European royalty to writers and artistes such as Voltaire and Mozart, Venetian Giacomo Casanova spent his life mixing with some of the greatest names of 18th-century Europe—and today, his name is synonymous with Venice itself. On this self-guided audio tour, explore Venice at your own pace via your smartphone app. Escape the tourist trail to hidden corners of this coastal city, and embrace modern technology to see Venice as Casanova himself.