Top 9 VIP Experiences in Venice

1.Legendary Venice: Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s & VIP Terrace Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,033 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $76Our pick

Skip the queues and see St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace with VIP options, including possible terrace balcony views over Piazza San Marco.

“Our family traveled through the holidays in Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan. By far our favorite tour. Our guide Helena was terrific in weaving stories and facts to what we were seeing throughout our 3 hour tour. She made it relevant and fun to listen to which made it a fabulous experience. Thank you for your expertise!”

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2.After-Hours St. Mark’s & Doge’s Palace VIP Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 393 reviews · from $157

Avoid crowds on an after-hours St Mark’s and Doge’s Palace VIP tour: private basilica entry, Doge’s apartments, Bridge of Sighs inside.

“This was the best tour we experienced in our two week trip to Rome, ports along the Adriatic Sea and Venice. It was our tour guide, Nico B, that made it the top ranked. His knowledge, deliverance, and passion in making sure we understood the history, people of that time, and the magnificence of all we were experiencing was outstanding. We loved the after hours atmosphere too! This was the only tour we did not fight the crowds, feel rushed, or not heard all the guide was telling us. We walked peacefully and in awe of all we were seeing and hearing. Highly recommend this tour to all. You wont…”

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3.Luxury Tour of Murano & Burano by Private Boat and Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $350Top rated

Private boat to Murano and Burano with a glass master demo, Burano lace stop, and cookies, plus a guide to keep the day smooth.

“Marta was beyond our expectations. She was incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and professional. We had the best time with her on this tour and definitely got our moneys worth. We could not recommend her enough, so much so our two girls cried when she had to leave at the end of the tour.”

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4.Saint Mark’s and Doge’s Palace: VIP After Hours Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 35 reviews · from $274

Small-group after-hours access to St Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace in Venice, with Bridge of Sighs views and a close-up Pala D’oro.

“Seeing the Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica at night, when we basically had the places to ourselves, was completely worth the extra price. Sabrina was a wonderful guide. St Mark’s was particularly special, as (a) we got to see areas that would otherwise be off limits, and (b) they had the place almost completely dark, and turned on the lights slowly and in stages, gradually revealing the wonders of the mosaics.”

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5.Private Murano and Burano VIP Venice Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $581

VIP Venice boat tour to Burano and Murano with hotel pickup, a small-group ride, Burano walk, and a Murano glass-blowing demo.

“Outstanding private tour of murano and burano. Expensive but worth it. Our guide was a+ and the glass tour factory tour was outstanding”

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6.VIP Private Luxury Boat Tour – Riva Aquariva Yacht Venice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $2,156

Riva Aquariva private boat tour in Venice. Crowds stay ashore with St. Mark views, islands, Prosecco, and Murano glass.

“This was an amazing experience on a beautiful boat!! Worth it, 100%! There is no better way to see all that Venice has to offer along with its other islands without going out into the Lagoon. This experience was the highlight of our Venice trip, there is nothing like a Riva and these beautiful Italian islands!! Perfecto!!!”

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7.FriendInVenice Murano Burano Torcello Private Tour By Luxury Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 6 hours 7 minutes (approx.) · from $1,392

Private lagoon tour by luxury boat from Venice to Murano, Burano, and Torcello with a local guide, craft stops, and return water taxi.

“We really engine’s Torcello and the visit to allocate factory in Murano. Nahdia is the best. I would have loved a bit more time in both Murano and Burano, but the rest was perfect.”

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8.Grand Luxury Venice Tour by Boat and Gondola – Skip the Crowds!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

Private Venice boat and gondola tour with hotel pickup, Frari and Rialto stops, San Marco sights, and a quieter route.

“The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions. She did her job well!!”

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9.Arrival by Private Luxury Van Venice Airport VCE to Piazzale Roma

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 20 to 30 minutes (approx.) · from $68Best value

Private Mercedes van transfer from Venice Marco Polo (VCE) to Piazzale Roma with meet and greet, 60-minute wait, and smooth airport arrival.

“Absolutely the best transportation. Drivers were at designated area in airport with clearly labeled signs. Ride was smooth and friendly.”

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