Venice: all 25 tours and excursions for your cruise

Discover the wonderful Old World architecture and scenic landmarks not typically encountered by visitors to Venice during this scenic walking tour. Venice is renowned for the beauty of its setting, its architecture and its artwork. The city in its entirety is listed as a World Heritage Site along with its lagoon. Depart Fusina pier by large motor boat for the 50-minute transfer to Venice Santa Croce - Train Station Area. From here start your guided walking tour to reach Campo Santa Margherita....

Experience the centuries-old glass-blowing and lace production traditions of Venice during this picturesque sightseeing tour of Murano and Burano. The island of Murano became famous in 1291, the year in which the glass production was transferred here from the old city centre due to fear of fires in the kilns. Burano is one of the prettiest islands in the lagoon: it is a miniature Venice where all the houses are painted in bright colors. Burano is famous for its lace work, an art carried out since...

Piazza San Marco is undeniably the heart and soul of Venice. Often described as the most elegant drawing room in Europe with its palatial arcades, sumptuous buildings, and charming cafes, it is the city's widest open area, and it is always animated by various kinds of entertainment. After an orientation tour enjoy a Gondola ride (not commented) followed by a Venetian aperitivo in one of theancient Cafes in St. Mark's Square.From Fusina pier, board your motorboat to reach Saint Mark's Area.Saint Mark's...

Experience the spectacular beauty and flavours of the Prosecco Hills during this scenic, half-day winery excursion and tasting.Prosecco Hills, Crocetta del Montello, Villa Sandi EstateDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the town of Crocetta del Montello, located in the Prosecco Hills, for a visit to the Villa Sandi Estate. Upon arrival, your experience begins with a short video offering a unique insight into the world of the Moretti Polegato family. Learn how they've been...

Explore the beautiful panorama of Venice, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion via boat.Venice, Scenic Boat CruiseMeet your local licensed Escort, embark your motorboboat in and begin your picturesque discovery of Venice. Giudecca Canal, St. George's Island, Venice Lagoon and Canal, San Servolo, San Lazzaro, LidoYour scenic sightseeing cruise glides along the broad Giudecca Canal to St. George's Island, then proceeds across the southern Venice Lagoon....

Explore the beautiful panorama of Venice, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, during this picturesque sightseeing excursion via boat. Fusina, Scenic Boat CruiseAfter disembarking from your cruise ship, meet your local tour guide just outside the terminal. Once luggage has been handed over for storage, begin your adventure with a short walk to the pier pontoon and embark the tour boat. Giudecca Canal,Venice Lagoon and Canal, St. Mark's Square,Your scenic sightseeing cruise glides along the broad...

Discover the heart of Venice in a Silversea exclusive journey that blends history, iconic architecture, and local flavors in an intimate setting. Your experience begins with a private boat transfer to the legendary Piazza San Marco, Venice’s most celebrated square. Piazza San Marco & Doge’s PalaceStep into the grandeur of Venice’s political and cultural heart. This iconic palace, former residence of the Doge, showcases stunning art and architecture, including masterpieces...

Torch-lit Arrival and MasqueradeEnter a world of candlelit canals and timeless tradition as Venice dons her gilded mask of opulence. In an exclusive Silversea experience, arrive by private, torch-lit water taxi to attend a grand masquerade ball at the storied Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista, where a small chamber group provides essential musical accompaniment and a nod to Casanova, famed violinist, infusing historic romance into the night. Gala Dinner, Dance, and Codes of BehaviorThe grand...

Experience this debarkation tour that will take you to the hilly area between the towns of Valdobbiadene and Conegliano, 60 kilometres North of Venice, to the traditional home of Prosecco. Here a centuries-old vine growing and wine making culture has shaped the landscape and affected the lifestyle of inhabitants. From the pier, travel approximately 90 minutes by air-conditioned motor coach to reach Valdobbiadene Hills. Wine Estate in Crocetta del Montello, Prosecco TastingYour experience starts...

Experience the Venetian beauty and architecture of historic Padua City during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion. Venice, Brenta River & Riviera, Canal, Countryside, Farms, Elegant VillasDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.25-hour drive to Padua on a panoramic road along the Brenta River, which unites Venice with Padua. The Brenta Riviera, which is nearly a village belonging to the city of Venice, is a real and natural continuation of the Grand Canal, the pride of...

Explore Venice at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private motor launch. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area’s highlights.From Fusina pier, enjoy an approximately 40-minute journey by private vehicle to Venice, where you will board your private boat for departure. Depart the pier with your English-speaking boat escort in a motor launch and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes...

Explore Venice at your leisure during your full-day (8hour) sightseeing tour via private motor launch. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area’s highlights.From Fusina pier, enjoy an approximately 40-minute journey by private vehicle to Venice, where you will board your private boat for departure. Depart the pier with your English-speaking boat escort in a motor launch and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes...

Discover the wonderful Old World architecture and scenic landmarks not typically encountered by visitors to Venice during this scenic sightseeing tour. Venice is renowned for the beauty of its setting, its architecture and its artwork. The city in its entirety is listed as a World Heritage Site along with its lagoon.Campo Santa MargheritaDepart the pier on foot or take a brief transfer via motorboat to Piazzale Roma (depending on the ship's docking location) to reach Campo Santa Margherita, lively...

Experience the centuries-old glass-blowing and lace production traditions of Venice during this picturesque sightseeing tour of Murano and Burano. The island of Murano became famous in 1291, the year in which the glass production was transferred here from the old city centre due to fear of fires in the kilns. Burano is one of the prettiest islands in the lagoon: it is a miniature Venice where all the houses are painted in bright colors. Burano is famous for its lace work, an art carried out since...

Discover why the heart of Venice is known as La Serenissima during this half-day tour of the Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Square and Basilica, and a glass showroom. A UNESCO World Heritage property, the city of Venice and its lagoon is in the Veneto Region of Northeast Italy. Founded in the 5th century AD and spread over 118 small islands, Venice became a major maritime power in the 10th centuryDepart the pier for a brief transfer via private motorboat to the exquisite Piazza San Marco.Doge's PalaceUpon...

Experience the spectacular beauty and flavours of the Prosecco Hills during this scenic, half-day winery excursion and tasting.Prosecco Hills, Crocetta del Montello, Villa Sandi EstateDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the town of Crocetta del Montello, located in the Prosecco Hills, for a visit to the Villa Sandi Estate. Upon arrival, your experience begins with a short video offering a unique insight into the world of the Moretti Polegato family. Learn how they've been...

Explore the beautiful panorama of Venice, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion via boat.Venice, Scenic Boat CruiseMeet your local licensed Escort, embark your motorboboat and begin your picturesque discovery of Venice. Giudecca Canal, St. George's Island, Venice Lagoon and Canal, San Servolo, San Lazzaro, LidoYour scenic sightseeing cruise glides along the broad Giudecca Canal to St. George's Island, then proceeds across the southern Venice Lagoon....

Explore the beautiful panorama of Venice, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, during this picturesque sightseeing excursion via boat.Venice, Scenic Boat CruiseAfter disembarking the ship, proceed to the Debarkation Lounge, collect your luggage and proceed through Customs. After exiting Customs, meet your local licensed Escort outside the sliding doors of the terminal exit, complete the luggage-storing procedure, then begin the walk to the Pier Pontoon and embark the tour boat. Giudecca Canal, St. George's...

This unique tour offers you the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive admission to the Doge's Palace before standard opening hours. A relaxing breakfast in Saint Mark's Square will complete this great tour experience.Cruise along the Giudecca CanalMeet your licensed escort at the pier and embark your private motor launch for a cruise along the Giudecca Canal to the one and only St. Mark's Square. Once you reach the famous square, follow your guide for approximately twenty minute walk to the Doge's Palace.Doge's...

Embrace the scenic splendour of Venice during this evening sightseeing excursion along the famous Grand Canal. Venice by water is an absolute must for anyone visiting Venice to capture the true essence of the city.Grand Canal Cruise (non-narrated)Depart the pier in the evening aboard a motor launch for the 45-minute transfer to St. Mark's Square via the famous Grand Canal. Marvel at a panorama of noble buildings and superbly detailed façades that epitomize the architectural beauty of Venice,...

Experience this debarkation tour that will take you to the hilly area between the towns of Valdobbiadene and Conegliano, 60 kilometres North of Venice, to the traditional home of Prosecco. Here a centuries-old vine growing and wine making culture has shaped the landscape and affected the lifestyle of inhabitants. From the pier, travel approximately 90 minutes by air-conditioned motor coach to reach Villa Sandi estate in Crocetta del Montello.Villa Sandi Estate in Crocetta del MontelloMeet the wine...

Leave the pier by private motor launch with a licensed escort and glide along the Giudecca Canal to the drop off point, located near to the Palazzo Venier de Leoni.Guggenheim MuseumLocated in Peggy Guggenheim's former home, Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, on the Grand Canal in Venice, the museum was inaugurated in 1980 and it presents Peggy Guggenheim's personal collection of 20th century art, masterpieces from the Gianni Mattioli Collection, the Nasher Sculpture Garden, as well as temporary exhibitions.Guided...

Depart the pier by Coach towards Padua.Padua is located at about 23 miles west of Venice. In the 13th century Padua's glorious university was founded,as the second oldest in Italy after Bologna. However, Padua reached her apex of splendor in the 14th-15th centuries with great artists such as Giotto, Dante and Petrarch. Today, it comprises a historic midtown section and a modern industrial zone.Upon arrival your walking tour will start at Prato Della Valle, the elegant oval park adorned with a ring...

Explore Venice at your leisure during your half-day (4 Hour) sightseeing tour via private motor launch. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking boat escort in a motor launch and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Old World Buildings, Shops, LandmarksNotePlease note: This...

Explore Venice at your leisure during your full-day (8 Hour) sightseeing tour via private motor launch. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.Depart the pier with your English-speaking boat escort in a motor launch and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Points of interestsPoints of interest seen on this excursion may include: Old World Buildings, Shops, LandmarksNotePlease note: This...