Venice is very popular among tourists all year round. In the city rich in sights, the excursion program is unusually wide. Therefore, I asked Katya, a familiar guide and guide in the Veneto region, to send a description the most popular tours of Venice in Russianso that travelers can get an impression of what to expect and what to prepare for. And if you wish - and book your favorite option.
| Excursion “Classical Venice” | ||
 | The itinerary of a traditional sightseeing tour in Venice is suitable for those who are here for the first time. In 3 hours you will see the main attractions of the city, as well as secret streets and interesting places. Learn more  | |
Excursion “Venice in 1 day” | ||
 | An extended version of the classic sightseeing tour. You will visit all six districts of the city and see with your own eyes all the most interesting sights, you can enjoy Venice from the inside and watch the life of modern Venetians. Learn more
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Excursion “Luxurious Venetian lagoon” | ||
 | In addition to the main and little-known sights of Venice, you will visit the famous islands of the Venetian lagoon - Murano and Burano, you can look into the glass-blowing workshop and observe the work of the masters. Learn more
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Excursion “Islands of the lagoon” | ||
 | This tour involves visiting the most famous islands of the Venetian lagoon - Murano and Burano, as well as acquaintance with the traditional crafts of the inhabitants of the islands and the main attractions of these places. Learn more
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Excursion “3 elements of Venice” | ||
 | Who did not dream to see Venice through the prism of three elements: earth, water and air? Now it is possible within the framework of an unusual and interesting excursion “3 elements of Venice”. An amazing combination of impressions you will remember for a lifetime. Learn more
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Venice Boat Tour | ||
 | The walking part of the walk through the main sights of Venice can be successfully supplemented by a sea excursion along the picturesque canals of the most famous city built on the water in the world. Learn more
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Venice at sunrise | ||
 | The most memorable tour of all offered. At dawn, when the sun only appears from behind the roofs and there are no crowds of tourists on the streets, the city shrouded in the predawn haze looks simply amazing! Learn more
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Excursion Classical Venice
Duration 3 hours
This panoramic walk tour of Venice best for travelers who first find themselves in the city. It can be started from anywhere, but the ideal start is the square near the Santa Lucia station building or Piazzale Roma.
One of the main attractions - Rialto Bridge
During the walk, we will visit both the main tourist attractions of Venice and secret, but no less interesting places, where ordinary tourists rarely get. We learn a lot from the features, amazing history and everyday life of the city, look at it through the eyes of the Venetians, learn more about their life and unusual traditions.
We will also make individual stops at the main sights of the city, which have become brands around the world: Rialto and Sighs bridges, St. Mark's Square and Cathedral, Doge's Palace, if you wish, we will climb the Bell Tower, and with the most curious travelers we will walk to the Arsenal, where we will learn its history who made Venice the mistress of the seas.
Excursion Venice in 1 day
Duration - 5-6 hours
This option of excursions in Venice is similar to the classic route, but is more extended and supplemented.
During the tour we will see all 6 historical areas of the city, its famous sights and hidden places where the Venetians like to spend their day; places where the life of the townspeople flowed many centuries ago, and today. We will pass Venice so that you will have no doubt that the city on the water can be completely bypassed on foot.
Walking in Venice
Upon completion of the walking part, both excursions - Venice in 1 day and Classical Venice - can be complemented by a walk on a private water boat-taxi. This walk will allow you to see the magnificent palaces and cathedrals from both the main waterways of Venice - the Canal Grande and Judecca, and from the numerous small auxiliary canals of the city.
Excursion Luxurious Venetian Lagoon
Duration - 5-6 hours
This tour of Venice and its main attractions is organically complemented by a visit to the islands of the Laguna Murano and Burano.
In addition to acquaintance with the popular and little-known highlights of the city - the Grand Canal, the Rialto Bridge, the square and the Cathedral of San Marco, the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, etc. - we will go to the Lagoon Islands.
Glass blowing masterpieces on Murano island
On Murano, an island world-famous for the production of glass, we will look into the glass-blowing workshop, learn the technology and secrets of production, and also see with our own eyes how these days various glass products are being blown, which are in constant demand all over the world. We will also take a detailed walk in Murano and find out what else this island attracts tourists.
Doge's Palace
On the island of Burano, we will see another highlight of Venice - colorful houses, as well as get acquainted with another traditional craft of the Venetians - weaving lace, which glorified the island. In addition to guided tours of the island and production, we can also visit the private Lace Museum, whose exhibits can be easily purchased and taken with you if you wish.
Lagoon Island Tour
Duration - 4-5 hours
Lagoon Islands is a tour in Russian, very reminiscent of the previous one, but including only the islands of Murano and Burano. Therefore, it is more suitable for those travelers who have already been to Venice, are familiar with the city, and are looking for new experiences.
Like the Luxury Venetian Lagoon, this trip includes sightseeing tours of both islands, acquaintance with the main local crafts - the production of the finest Murano glass and Burana lace - as well as visits to the most interesting museums and little-known places.
Burano island with its colorful houses
Excursion 3 elements of Venice
Duration - 6-8 hours
This sightseeing tour is not cheap, but she knows no equal in the range of impressions. Together with you we will see Venice through the prism of three elements: earth, water and sky.
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo Square
The walking part passes through the main tourist places, as well as the most interesting secret streets, promenades and bridges. Then we are waiting for an individual boat trip: we will sail along the city’s waterways and admire its sights from the side of a small ship.
But the main highlight of this excursions in Venice in Russian we will leave one last thing: a helicopter flight over the city and the Venetian Lagoon. This is an impression whose memories remain for life.
Private boat tour
Venice Boat Tour
Duration 2 hours
Sea excursion is a walk consisting of walking and water parts. In the first part of the tour, we will go around all the main attractions of the city together, find out their history and the legends associated with them. Piazza and Cathedral of San Marco, Doge's Palace, Campanila, Bridges of Sighs and Rialto, as well as many other popular and little-known places that will help you get to know Venice.
Voyage through the waterways of the city on a luxury taxi boat
Then we will board the luxury private taxi boat and cruise through the city’s waterways - the Grande and Judecca canals, as well as the labyrinth of Venice’s small canals, exploring its magnificent palaces, churches, bridges and embankments from the water.
Venice at sunrise
Duration - 2-3 hours
This tour is not easy, as it requires a very early climb, but you will be more than rewarded for the inconvenience. Venice is good during the day, but the morning here is simply gorgeous. Imagine a walk through the deserted streets and squares when there is no one here. When the warm sun just touches the roofs of ancient palaces and is reflected in the grated pavements. When you can make memorable photos without dispersing other tourists. And these photos will be only you and she - a beautiful morning Venice.
In the first rays of the sun the city is especially beautiful
As with a traditional walk, a meeting with a guide can be scheduled at your hotel or on arrival (at the train station, Piazzale Roma, etc.). We will learn many secrets and legends of the city, as well as get acquainted with the most important milestones in its eventful history. But, of course, the best memories are the photographs you take while walking.
It remains only to add that this tour is seasonal and is carried out only in the warm season.
Additional Information
The price of excursions does not include the price of tickets for water transport (with the exception of the option “Sea excursion”). The movement between the islands of Murano, Burano and Venice is carried out only by water, because There are no cars in Venice.
The chosen transport depends on the preferences of travelers: it can be a vaporetto (a system of river buses with travel tickets and timetables) or an individual taxi boat with hourly rates.
How to book a tour
You can find out details about the excursions you like, a more detailed program and cost by writing to Katya, the guide who made the review, by email protected or by sending a message through the feedback form under this article.
We met Katya personally in November 2014 during one of my visits to Venice. She was the only one of the 5 guides who answered my letter. Moreover, she did it extremely quickly. I wrote about the details of this acquaintance and my personal review of Katya in the article Russian Guide in Venice: an excellent expert and a nice girl.
If you are thinking about an excursion, it is better to write Katya in advance. Tourists visit the city year-round, and often many dates can be booked even several months in advance. Thus, the sooner you contact Katya, the greater the choice of dates and programs she can offer you.
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