Top Venice Historical & Heritage Tours

Q: I need a ride! Which Venice Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Venice Historical & Heritage Tours include Hotel Pickup: Venice by Night: Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour Venice Private Tour - Custom Experience with Local Guide Venice Private Walking Tour Exclusive Venice & Murano (4hrs ) private and Customizable tour Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Venice?

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Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience!

Meet your English-speaking guide and board a private water taxi to discover the uniqueness of the Grand Canal. Relax while listening to your guide, explaining …More

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Grand Canal, Murano Glass Factory + glass blowing experience!

Meet your English-speaking guide and board a private water taxi to discover the uniqueness of the Grand Canal. Relax while listening to your guide, explaining...

2 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$115

Discover San Polo, Rialto & Frari: Exclusive Private Walking Tour

This enthralling private walking tour starts at Venice's commercial quarters near the Rialto Bridge and concentrates on the ancient area of San Polo. Here the …More

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Discover San Polo, Rialto & Frari: Exclusive Private Walking Tour

This enthralling private walking tour starts at Venice's commercial quarters near the Rialto Bridge and concentrates on the ancient area of San Polo. Here the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$327

Morning Walking Tour of Venice with Mini Cruise

Explore the most picturesque places in Venice with our local guides in the morning. A full immersion of history, traditions, and peculiarities that'll leave you …More

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Morning Walking Tour of Venice with Mini Cruise

Explore the most picturesque places in Venice with our local guides in the morning. A full immersion of history, traditions, and peculiarities that'll leave you...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$34

Guided Walking Tour of Venice, St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace

Experience the very best of Venice in one seamless half-day journey. This "All-in-One" tour is designed for travelers who want to see the city's icons …More

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Guided Walking Tour of Venice, St Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace

Experience the very best of Venice in one seamless half-day journey. This "All-in-One" tour is designed for travelers who want to see the city's icons...

4 hours

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$167

Jewish Ghetto and Cannareggio Private Tour in Venice

Unveiling the Hidden Gems of Venice: A Journey Through Cannaregio & the Jewish Ghetto. Venice is a city of endless wonders, but beyond the bustling …More

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Jewish Ghetto and Cannareggio Private Tour in Venice

Unveiling the Hidden Gems of Venice: A Journey Through Cannaregio & the Jewish Ghetto. Venice is a city of endless wonders, but beyond the bustling...

2 hours

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$94

Venice: Holy Heist Self-Guided Adventure & Walking Game

Venice, 1923. In the shadowy alleys of the floating city, a desperate father faces an impossible choice. Step into the shoes of Enzo Ricci, a …More

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Venice: Holy Heist Self-Guided Adventure & Walking Game

Venice, 1923. In the shadowy alleys of the floating city, a desperate father faces an impossible choice. Step into the shoes of Enzo Ricci, a...

45 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation

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$8

Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line guided tour

Experience the gold and glory of Venice with a 2-hour guided tour of its two most iconic landmarks. We begin at St. Mark’s Basilica, bypassing …More

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Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica skip-the-line guided tour

Experience the gold and glory of Venice with a 2-hour guided tour of its two most iconic landmarks. We begin at St. Mark’s Basilica, bypassing...

2 hours

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$131

Explore St. Mark's Basilica: An Exclusive Guided Experience

Discover the timeless beauty of St. Mark's Basilica on a guided tour of Venice's most iconic landmark. Step inside the city's legendary "Golden Church" and …More

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Explore St. Mark's Basilica: An Exclusive Guided Experience

Discover the timeless beauty of St. Mark's Basilica on a guided tour of Venice's most iconic landmark. Step inside the city's legendary "Golden Church" and...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$66

Peggy Guggenheim collection Venice private tour

Visit of the Peggy Guggenheim collection in Venice. This private tour will take you in the fascinating palace Venier dei Leoni on the Grand Canal …More

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Peggy Guggenheim collection Venice private tour

Visit of the Peggy Guggenheim collection in Venice. This private tour will take you in the fascinating palace Venier dei Leoni on the Grand Canal...

2 hours

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$75

Private tour for families with children in Venice

If this is your first time in Venice with your family and you are afraid that the little ones would be bored making a guided …More

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Private tour for families with children in Venice

If this is your first time in Venice with your family and you are afraid that the little ones would be bored making a guided...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$344

Venice City Highlights Guided Tour for Kids & Families

Enjoy a fun 2-hour walking tour designed for families eager to explore Venice, learn its fascinating history, and have a great time together. This private …More

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Venice City Highlights Guided Tour for Kids & Families

Enjoy a fun 2-hour walking tour designed for families eager to explore Venice, learn its fascinating history, and have a great time together. This private...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$114

Cannaregio & Jewish Heritage Experience with a Local-

Discover the authentic soul of Venice through Cannaregio, one of the city’s most fascinating and local districts, home to the historic Venetian Ghetto and centuries …More

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Cannaregio & Jewish Heritage Experience with a Local-

Discover the authentic soul of Venice through Cannaregio, one of the city’s most fascinating and local districts, home to the historic Venetian Ghetto and centuries...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$514

The short time generally allowed to cruise passengers to go ashore as their ship is in the harbor, would seem incompatible with the philosophy of …More

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Venice Shore Excursion Private Tour

The short time generally allowed to cruise passengers to go ashore as their ship is in the harbor, would seem incompatible with the philosophy of...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$557

A short introduction of St. Mark’s square and its monuments before going through narrow streets (calli) and small squares (campi). Visit the Scala Contarini del …More

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Private Walking Tour of Venice

A short introduction of St. Mark’s square and its monuments before going through narrow streets (calli) and small squares (campi). Visit the Scala Contarini del...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$50

Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Tour

This walking tour will take you straight into the heart of Venice, to St. Mark's Square, which was the center of political and religious power …More

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Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Tour

This walking tour will take you straight into the heart of Venice, to St. Mark's Square, which was the center of political and religious power...

3 hours

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$114

Venice: Ghosts and Legends Evening Private Walking Tour

A fascinating Venice by night tour discovering the abundant amount of secrets hidden within Venice, during which you will immerse yourself in the unreal and …More

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Venice: Ghosts and Legends Evening Private Walking Tour

A fascinating Venice by night tour discovering the abundant amount of secrets hidden within Venice, during which you will immerse yourself in the unreal and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$74

Palladio. A wonderful live tale through time&soul, from Ve/Pd/Vr

A journey through an extraordinary private story together with the Director of the network company of the owners of the Palladio Villas, to discover a …More

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Palladio. A wonderful live tale through time&soul, from Ve/Pd/Vr

A journey through an extraordinary private story together with the Director of the network company of the owners of the Palladio Villas, to discover a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$248

Doge's Palace guided tour and Gondola ride

Discover the fascinating past of Venice on an unforgettable journey through its most iconic landmarks! Begin your adventure just a few steps from St. Mark’s …More

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Doge's Palace guided tour and Gondola ride

Discover the fascinating past of Venice on an unforgettable journey through its most iconic landmarks! Begin your adventure just a few steps from St. Mark’s...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$128

Venice at Sunset – Private Walking Tour & Luxury Water Taxi

In the evening the city is finally for us. The hasty tourists who decide to visit it, for a few hours, are gone .. and …More

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Venice at Sunset – Private Walking Tour & Luxury Water Taxi

In the evening the city is finally for us. The hasty tourists who decide to visit it, for a few hours, are gone .. and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$571

Venice Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover Venice: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. …More

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Venice Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover Venice: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$5

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Venice Historical & Heritage Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Venice Historical & Heritage Tours are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for Venice Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Venice Historical & Heritage Tours are:

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Which Venice Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Venice Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Venice Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Venice Historical & Heritage Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Venice Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Venice trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Venice?