Italy Venice Tours

Discover the beauty and history of the Doge’s Palace, one of Venice’s most iconic museums, located next to St. Mark’s Basilica. With a local guide, explore magnificent halls, admire masterpieces by Tintoretto and Titian, and learn fascinating stories about the people and events that shaped the destiny of Venice. Complete your visit by crossing the legendary Bridge of Sighs, following the same path once taken by prisoners. An unforgettable guided experience inside one of Venice’s most remarkable landmarks

Step into Ca' Rezzonico Museum, designed by the greatest architect of the Venetian Baroque era, Baldassare Longhena, for the Bon family in 1649. It came into the possession of the Rezzonico family, whose patriarch went on to become Pope Clement XIII. With carefully curated Baroque and Rococo-era pieces, the palace offers a look into Venetian's lavish lifestyles in the last days of the grand Republic. The ballroom is intricately frescoed, and the tapestries and furniture are a labor of love.

Suggestive testimonies, documents and objects: these are just some of the elements that combine to make Maleficia a unique exhibition, capable of revealing the mysteries, secrets, legends, and historical facts that marked the thousand extraordinary years of the Serenissima Republic. Journey inside the prestigious Prisons' Palace and see original artifacts and reproductions of ancient documents used by the Holy Office in the persecution of witchcraft, and the instruments of brutal justice employed to counter it. In this palace, between the 15th and 18th centuries, the terrible Tribunal of the Inquisition condemned to death many women accused of dabbling in evil spells, magical arts and the occult. Discover instruments of torture like an original garrote, a head crusher, and an authentic whipping post in this special exhibition of medieval superstition and suffering.

The Museum of Natural History Venice, with its two rich exhibition floors, will do nothing but surprise you! On the ground floor you'll find the Cetacean Gallery – with the skeleton of a baleen whale and a young sperm whale – and the Tegnùe Aquarium, which reconstructs a particular underwater rocky environment of the Upper Adriatic Sea.On the upper floor, the museum is divided into three parts: the first is dedicated to fossils, the second recounts the evolution of collecting nature and the birth of scientific museology, and the third illustrates the variety of living forms and the complexity of adaptations and specialisations. Prepare to be amazed by our natural world at the Museum of Natural History Venice.

Travel back in time to follow in the footsteps of the Venetian Doges with a self-guided audio tour on your smartphone!Entering the palace from Porta del Frumento, you will encounter the enormous interior courtyard. Your audio tour will shed light on the long history & transformations of the building. Before leaving, you will also experience the impressive Scala dei Giganti. Once home to the Doge’s coronation, it has quite a few stories to tell! Time to climb up the highly ornate Scala d’Oro and step inside the institutional chambers of the palace. Ready to explore some stunning halls? They are all covered with the art of Tintoretto, Tiziano, Veronese and many more masters of the Venetian school!Of course, you will have the opportunity to cross the Bridge of Sighs and visit the New Prisons of the Doge’s Palace. Learn about the sinister reputation of the Venetian penal system listening to the stories of world-famous inmates. Among them, you will also find some stories about the legendary womanizer Giacomo Casanova! Your tour ends in front of the Porta della Carta, the once monumental entrance to the building. You’ll admire the intricate decorations of the gate and learn about the fall of the once invincible maritime Empire.This immersive audio tour is your key to explore the Doge’s Palace and its riveting stories!*Ticket/entrance fee to the Doge’s Palace is not included.

The Museum, located in the heart of Venice, inside the Scoletta and a few steps from the beautiful Basilica dei Frari, exhibits a collection of extraordinary invenctions of Leonardo da Vinci. Upon entering you can admire the machines designed by the great Genius visible in full size, most of which can be tested! Also, included in your ticket, you can experience a realistic flying experience and the operation of Leonardo's machines with the 3D viewer!A visit to the Museum takes about 40/50 minutes. Upon entering, you can admire the working, life-sized machines designed by the great Genius, and most of them can be tested.It is suitable for adults, for families and children, as it is proposed as a laboratory of curiosity and experimentation, and is organized into four fundamental sections: earth, water, air and fire. The machines have been made by studying the drawings contained in the famous Leonardo da Vinci codes and, possibly, while maintaining the original aspect proportions. You can also admire and compare some of the major anatomical studies of Leonardo and a reproduction of his principal paintings with the use of the backlight technology with very high resolution. The Museum, which contains explanations in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish and Russian are completed by educational projections concerning the life and work of Leonardo.Museum ticket must be used within 7 days from the date chosen and stated on the voucher.

Discover the history of Prosecco, the most famous Italian sparkling wine. Meet with our wine expert guide in Piazzale Roma, close to the old town of Venice, and take a seat on a comfortable van as you head to the wonderful Prosecco region.Delve into the luxuriant and fascinating Valdobbiadene and Conegliano Prosecco production areas. Famous not only as the birthplace of the famous Prosecco but also for being a UNESCO territory. Visit two local wineries and learn all the secrets of the Prosecco DOCG production.And, while tasting the original Prosecco enjoy some typical dishes for a light lunch. Admire the green and rich hills where this worldwide famous wine was born and discover the authentic flavour of the original production. After an unforgettable wine journey you’ll go back to Venice to the starting point

Travel back in time and uncover the history and culture of La Serenissima with a visit to the imposing, yet elegant, **Doge's Palace** in **Venice**. The exterior hints at its beauty, and inside – with a **golden staircase, triumphal arches**, and **frescoed walls** – you'll get a complete sense of its splendor. Inside this Gothic structure, you'll find fantastically ornate rooms, decorated by artists such as **Titian, Veronese, Tiepolo,** and **Tintoretto**. The Doge's Palace also served as a prison in its storied lifetime. Don't skip the notorious **Bridge of Sighs** – so named for the laments of the convicted criminals as they made their way to the New Prisons.

Enjoy a delicious dining experience at Hard Rock Cafe Venice with the Diamond or Gold menu options. By booking in advance, you can skip the line at the cashier and enjoy your meal at any time of the day without needing to reserve a table. The Diamond menu includes a starter such as a fresh salad or onion rings, followed by a choice of main dishes like the Legendary® Smash Burger, the plant-based Moving Mountains® Burger, grilled salmon, or BBQ chicken. The meal is completed with a drink and a chocolate cake dessert. The Gold menu offers main course options such as burgers, grilled chicken sandwich, or chicken Caesar salad, along with a drink and a warm brownie dessert. This experience is perfect for visitors who want to enjoy classic American flavors while exploring Venice.

Would you like to visit Florence from Venice? With this brand-new package, you can travel comfortably by high-speed train and explore the city independently while saving time and money. Once you arrive at Firenze Santa Maria Novella Railway Station, the City Sightseeing staff will assist you at the stops near the station. From there, you can hop on the City Sightseeing Florence bus and easily reach famous spots such as Piazzale Michelangelo, Fiesole, and many other highlights of the city. On board, multilingual commentary will share the history and fascinating stories of Florence, and with free Wi-Fi you can download the Sightseeing Experience app to access an additional audio guide in five languages and track the buses in real time. This experience is the perfect way to discover Florence comfortably and at your own pace.