Venice · EVENING EXPERIENCES
The 15 best evening experiences you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.
Venice sunset jazz cruise on a spacious catamaran with aperitivo, cicchetti snacks, and a live saxophonist. San Marco Bay views included.
“Excellent host, Andreas was very welcoming and a great host. We did an evening cruise and very much enjoyed the experience.”
Small-group Venice prison tour near San Marco with cell access, torture rooms, Casanova’s story, and skip-the-line entry to Palazzo delle Prigioni.
“the information or guide gave fantastic and she funny”
A 3-hour Venice sunset food and wine walk with 14+ tastings, cicchetti stops, Rialto sights, and a sit-down meal in historic bacari.
“Great way to get a literal taste of Venice at night and information about the city from a local.”
A 1.5-hour Venice sunset walk through San Polo’s canals and alleys, with crime stories, legends, and real local setting for € and $ value.
“Giulia was amazing! And one part of the tour really gave me goosebumps.”
Venice sunset cruise on a traditional boat with Prosecco, small groups up to 11, and lagoon views of St Mark’s Basin and islands.
“The evening cruise was beautiful! Leonardo was very thorough at explaining all of the things along the cruise! He was very enthusiastic and he was a wonderful tour guide! Would definitely do this cruise again!”
Kayak Venice by day, sunset, or night with a small guide group, gliding through Cannaregio canals and into the lagoon.
“Great fun activity for our teenagers and us! Definitely didn’t expect to kayak through the Venetian canals but such a great way to visit and a highlight of our stay! Highly recommended, professional and very fun guide!”
A 1-hour private Venice Lagoon sunset cruise with chilled prosecco on a historic boat, small-group views of iconic sights and quiet canals.
“We had an incredible experience discovering Venice by night, illuminated by its magical lights. Thanks to Khalel, we had an unforgettable time. This will remain one of our best memories of Venice. Thank you so much!”
A short, small-group tour of Doge’s Prison cells in Venice, with eerie justice stories, torture tools, and time to ask questions.
“Sadly, no representative from the tour showed. We asked each tour company if they were a part of this tour displaying the printed copy of confirmation.. Each said no. Verified we were in the correct spot and took photos. If there was a change of location or time, we were not informed. We have used VIATOR many times successfully and will continue to do so as their tours are great. I'm sure VIATOR will handle this in a professional manner and encouage visitors to experience this most interesting venue.”
Shared 30-minute gondola from St Mark’s area, with Grand Canal views plus quieter side canals. Sunset timing varies with weather and tide.
“Very difficult getting to the meeting point. Guide did not wait for us past 6:20. Tour was 6:30. Meeting point not marked. Empty shack. Very upset. Would not recommend”
A 3-hour Venice wine tasting and cicchetti walk with a local guide, small group of 8, six bites, and five wines included.
“What a wonderful experience!!! Loved all the cool spots we went!! Wines were from the area but all different and the local tapas were very unique but great!!!”
Venice by Night walking tour with licensed guide Valerio, quieter canal stops for photos, and a calm nighttime finish at Piazza San Marco.
“Lovely night walk around the heart of Venice, in a small group, ending with an enchanted surprise in St Marks square.”
A 90-minute Venice lagoon cruise at night with live tenor sax, skyline views, and bar service including one free drink for $71.
“Had a terrific experience! Great music onboard, all ship personnel fun and friendly. Great way to see the city lights at night.”
Venice cicchetti and wine tasting tour in a small group. Walk neighborhoods, sip spritz and prosecco, then finish with gelato.
“Anna was amazing! She has so much enthusiasm and knowledge about Venice, food and wine. She took us to different venues and different tastings and educated us on eating and drinking. Fabulous tour!”
A 3-hour small-group Venice evening with aperitivo, cicchetti, and local sights like the Ghetto and Ponte de Chiodo, ending at an osteria.
“Booked this tour my first day in Venice. The tour guide was a local, but he mostly talked about himself and his family, instead of the city. He may have also had too many cups of coffee and would ramble and repeat himself. My favorite part was the small group and getting to meet people from different countries.”
Small-group Venice evening food walk with 8 tastings, wine and a spritz, plus a sit-down dinner and gelato near Rialto.
“Olympia was fantastic!! The food was glorious and the other folks on the tour were amazing to visit with and get to know. All around an incredible experience, 10 out of 10 would recommend!!!”
Every kind of day on the lagoon, and the best of each.
