Venice · 3-HOUR EXPERIENCES
Every trip has one free afternoon too few. These 9 3-hour experiences justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Eight-stop Venice food walk with coffee, cicchetti, fish, cured meats, wine, and artisan gelato. Small group and very filling.
“Mercedes was excellent, as were the choices of food-wine we tasted. It was raining and windy, and terribly terribly cold - and yet, we really enjoyed the experience as well as the company of our small group of eight.”
Book a 3-hour private Venice photo walk with local photographer Stefano, tailored tips for phone or camera, and off-crowd views.
“Stefano is lovely. Knew exactly where to take us to get some lovely pictures away from the crowds. Gave advice when needed. We were not rushed in taking our pictures but time was not wasted either. He advised us where to go for the best shots later in the day as well. It was a great way to start our trip to Venice and we found the real Venice away from the tourist sights.”
Skip the lines for Doge’s Palace on a 3-hour Venice walking tour, covering St Mark’s Square, Mercerie, Santa Maria Formosa, and the Bridge of Sighs.
“Amazing experience and the guide was very helpful. Totally recommend this if you want to learn all about the city.”
A 3-hour private Venice highlights walk with an art historian, from St Mark’s Square to Rialto, plus calmer canal views.
“My friend Mary and myself went on a tour of Venice with a guide called Valentina. She was AMAZING, we arrived 10 minutes late as we got off the vaperetto at the wrong stop. I cannot praise Valentina highly enough, she was informative about every area we went to, she was funny but also very professional. I would Highly recommended a walking tour with Valentina.”
Make fresh homemade pasta and classic tiramisu in a small-group Venice class with wine, 00 flour lessons, and step-by-step guidance.
“This was by far the best experience in Venice. Coletta provided clear instructions on where to meet her and then we walked just a couple minutes to her apartment. We made ravioli with spinach and ricotta, fettuccine with arugula pesto and tiramisu. Everything was so delicious. Coletta is an amazing host with recipes handed down from her Grandmother. I would highly recommend this class!”
Enjoy a private 3-hour Venice Lagoon boat tour past Vignole, Certosa, and Sant'Erasmo, with WiFi, restroom, and drinks for up to 10.
“Great way to see the Lagoon and the surrounding islands! We really enjoyed the evening, there was a beautiful sunset. Very easy to schedule and arrange the meet up point, guide was flexible and very knowledgeable!”
A 3-hour private Venice walk from St. Mark's Square to Rialto and the Doge's Palace, with a licensed guide and smart timing.
“Overall the "Best of Venice" tour was exceptional. Out guide Barbara was very knowledgeable and passionate about Venice. She also helped coordinate our local transportation company as we were having some concerns about the return transportation pickup. She was very flexible to the needs of the group and arranged what we say accordingly.”
3-hour small-group Venice walking tour to St Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge, and the Bridge of Sighs.
“Mr. Wayne detailed knowledge of Venice bought the city's history to life. I highly recommend! You won't be disappointed.”
Venice street and architecture photography workshop with Andrea Zavagnin, from Santa Lucia to San Marco. 3 hours of practical camera tips.
“Andrea was fantastic! He asked questions to find out our experience with the camera and adjusted his tour accordingly. This was a class on photography whilst walking through and practicing techniques using Venice as our canvas. He gave tremendous hints and tips to all oRead more”
Every kind of day on the lagoon, and the best of each.
